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POLITICS2d agoSyria hosts Iraqi PM for visit amid security challenges in north and southSyrian President Ahmad al Sharaa hosted Iraqi Prime Minister Ali al Zaidi in Damascus on October 28 for talks aimed at strengthening bilateral relations, expanding trade, and reviving energy cooperation. The historic visit came as Syria faces continuing security challenges, including a deadly Jordanian airstrike in the south, clashes with foreign jihadists in Idlib, and tensions surrounding the return of displaced Kurds in northern Syria. The post Syria hosts Iraqi PM for visit amid security challenges in north and south appeared first on FDD's Long War Journal.Long War Journal
CONFLICT2d agoIraq: Life sentences for 3 French 'Islamic State' suspectsThe three were among 47 French "Islamic State" suspects transferred from Syrian detention. So far, ten French nationals have received prison terms after being convicted of belonging to the group.DW News [en]
BUSINESS2d agoIraq Removes Import Duties on Solar Energy Systems“The government of Iraq has decided to eliminate customs duties on solar energy systems imported into the country… The removal of customs duties follows a formal proposal submitted by Iraq’s Electricity Minister, Ali Saadi Waheeb, to the Prime Minister last month, which requested a reduction in customs duties on solar energy systems. The rate was […] The post Iraq Removes Import Duties on Solar Energy Systems appeared first on Human Progress.Human Progress
POLITICS4d agoIraqi PM Ali al-Zaidi meets Ahmed al-Sharaa in historic Syria visitTalks focused on enhancing trade, reviving Baniyas oil pipeline and achieving stability through cooperation.Al Jazeera [en]
CONFLICT5d agoIraq sentences seven French nationals to prison for belonging to Islamic StateEuroNews [en]
POLITICS5d agoIraq juggles border security and ties with Iran, Syria, and JordanIraqi Prime Minister Ali al Zaidi is seeking to strengthen border security and regional cooperation amid tensions with Iran over the closure of a key crossing in Iraq’s Maysan province, while also pursuing closer ties with Jordan and Syria. The developments come as Baghdad continues to face threats from Iranian-backed militias, concerns over instability along its borders, and challenges to bringing armed groups under state control. The post Iraq juggles border security and ties with Iran, Syria, and Jordan appeared first on FDD's Long War Journal.Long War Journal
CONFLICT5d agoIran war live: Iran says US ‘not serious’ about talks; ship ablaze off IraqAl Jazeera [en]
POLITICS6d agoIraqi parliament approves most remaining cabinet appointments, including Iran-backed militia figuresLong War Journal
POLITICS6d agoIraqis mark seven years since Tishreen protests with reform demandsThousands gather in Tahrir Square to mark seven years since Iraq’s 2019 ‘Tishreen’ protests.Al Jazeera [en]
POLITICSOct 24Oh , Boyda : Kansas Congresswoman Walks out on General Positive Iraq TestimonyA Kansas Congresswoman walked out during a General's positive testimony regarding Iraq. This action highlights a political disagreement or protest related to foreign policy.newsbusters.org · United States
MILITARYOct 24Iraq reportedly believes Israel struck Iranian weapons bound for militiasjpost.com · Israel
BUSINESSOct 23KLM receives fine from US government for flying over IraqKLM krijgt een boete van 320.000 dollar van het Amerikaanse ministerie van Transport omdat de luchtvaartmaatschappij honderden keren door het luchtruim boven Irak is gevlogen. Dat was in strijd met de regels die de luchtvaartmaatschappij had afgesproken met de Amerikaanse maatschappij Delta Air Lines, waarmee de KLM nauw samenwerkt. De zogenoemde codeshare-overeenkomsten zijn afspraken waarbij twee of meer luchtvaartmaatschappijen vluchten delen onder verschillende vluchtnummers. Het kan betekenen dat een reiziger onder een vluchtnummer van Delta Air vliegt, terwijl op diezelfde vlucht ook reiNOS Buitenland
POLITICSOct 21The withdrawal of the US-led coalition is a loss for Iraq’s sovereigntyThe government secured the withdrawal of foreign partners before securing obedience from armed factions. That leaves Baghdad with less leverage against Iran’s allies in Iraq. The post The withdrawal of the US-led coalition is a loss for Iraq’s sovereignty appeared first on Atlantic Council.Atlantic Council
DISASTEROct 19Gulf states top disaster resilience as Lebanon and Iraq lag far behindAs many as 87% of UAE residents say the government is well prepared for disasters while only 14% of Lebanese citizens believe the same, and more than half of Iraqi and Lebanese respondents say their governments do not care about them at all, latest study shows.EuroNews [en]
CONFLICTOct 18Kurdish opposition group attacked in Iraq amid increased Iran tensionsjpost.com · Israel
BUSINESSOct 17IMF to accelerate talks with Iraq and Lebanon as Mena support growsThe International Monetary Fund (IMF) plans to speed up discussions with Iraq and Lebanon as support for the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region increases. This indicates intensified financial negotiations and regional economic focus.thenationalnews.com
CONFLICTOct 16Iraq’s militias are adjusting for a new era, not going awayWhile signaling restraint, the militias are carving room to consolidate their position and shape the terms of Iraq’s next security order. The post Iraq’s militias are adjusting for a new era, not going away appeared first on Atlantic Council.Atlantic Council
POLITICSOct 16Iraq parliament approves al-Zaidi’s cabinet amid growing economic concernsIraq's parliament has finalised key minister appointments five months after al-Zaidi's government took office.Al Jazeera [en]
CONFLICTOct 15Iraqi commander killed by Islamic State following Iraqi airstrikes against the groupLong War Journal
CONFLICTBREAKINGOct 15Iran launches missiles at US airbase in Iraq , warns against retaliationparadisepost.com · United States
WORLDOct 15China’s Iraq War ‘safe haven’ restaurant film of real people to represent country at OscarsA mainland-produced film about a Chinese restaurant in Baghdad that became a wartime refuge has been selected as China’s entry for next year’s Oscars, bringing global attention to untold stories from the Iraq War. Directed by Wen Muye and starring Shen Teng and Jiang Qiming, Once Upon a Time in the Middle East became a box-office hit after its domestic release in China in August, earning more than 2.3 billion yuan (US$344 million). The film follows Xu Fu, a chef who travels to the Middle East to...South China Morning Post
BUSINESSOct 15Iraq devalues dinar to ease cash crunch, leaving traders in limboThe government hopes a weaker dinar will help pay salaries, but traders face rising import costs and uncertainty.Al Jazeera [en]
CONFLICTOct 14Iraq’s PM tells Saudi crown prince Iraqi territory will not be used for attacksAl Jazeera [en]
CONFLICTOct 13Iran targets Kurdish opposition groups in Iraq with new round of drone attacksLong War Journal
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