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Does Iran's deep religious influence in Iraq translate to politics? - PBS NewsHour Thu, 07 Dec 2017 01:00:33 GMT

PBS NewsHour

Does Iran's deep religious influence in Iraq translate to politics? PBS NewsHour During the rule of Saddam Hussein, few Iranians dared to make the religious pilgrimage to the holy city of Karbala in Iraq. But the toppling of Saddam has drawn millions of worshippers back, revealing Iran's powerful influence there. In the first of ... and more »

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Pentagon Announces Troop Levels in Iraq, Syria - Department of Defense Wed, 06 Dec 2017 19:45:51 GMT

Department of Defense

Pentagon Announces Troop Levels in Iraq, Syria Department of Defense WASHINGTON, Dec. 6, 2017 — The United States has about 5,200 troops in Iraq and 2,000 in Syria, and those numbers are trending down, Pentagon officials said here today. Pentagon spokesman Army Col. Robert Manning announced the numbers in compliance ... Pentagon: About 2000 US troops in Syria, 5200 in IraqStars and Stripes Pentagon Revises Troop Numbers to 2000 in Syria; 5200 in IraqVoice of America Trump Expanding Mideast Wars: 26000 Troops In Iraq, Syria And AfghanistanMintpress News (blog) all 33 news articles »

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Iraq and Iran negotiating start date for Kirkuk oil exports: Luaibi - Reuters Wed, 06 Dec 2017 13:26:50 GMT

Iraq and Iran negotiating start date for Kirkuk oil exports: Luaibi Reuters BADRA OILFIELD, Iraq (Reuters) - The head of Iraq's state oil marketer SOMO is currently holding talks in Iran to determine a start date for oil exports from Iraq's Kirkuk oilfields, Iraqi Oil Minister Jabar al-Luaibi said on Wednesday. An oil official ... and more »

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Islamic State's 'caliphate' has been toppled in Iraq and Syria. Why isn't anyone celebrating? - Washington Post Tue, 05 Dec 2017 10:05:37 GMT

Washington Post

Islamic State's 'caliphate' has been toppled in Iraq and Syria. Why isn't anyone celebrating? Washington Post BAGHDAD — Every day for more than three years, the U.S.-led coalition bombed Islamic State targets in Iraq and Syria, for a total of nearly 30,000 strikes. But on Nov. 26, not a single airstrike was launched. Just a week earlier, Iraq's military had ... and more »

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Coalition says fewer than 3000 IS fighters remain in Iraq and Syria - Reuters Tue, 05 Dec 2017 15:56:23 GMT

Reuters

Coalition says fewer than 3000 IS fighters remain in Iraq and Syria Reuters When asked if the United States planned to build permanent military bases in Iraq or Syria the defeat of Islamic State, Dillon said it would not. “No - the Government of #Iraq knows where and how many from Coalition are here to support operation to ... Rescuing the lost children of IS - BBC News - BBC.comBBC News Rights group criticises Iraq over jihadist suspectsThe Hindu Iraq: Flawed Prosecution of ISIS SuspectsHuman Rights Watch Daily Mail all 113 news articles »

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Iraq – Visit by Jean-Baptiste Lemoyne (6-7 December 2017) - France Diplomatie (press release) Wed, 06 Dec 2017 16:12:58 GMT

France Diplomatie (press release)

Iraq – Visit by Jean-Baptiste Lemoyne (6-7 December 2017) France Diplomatie (press release) It is fully in line with the meeting held in Paris on October 5 between Iraqi Prime Minister Haider al-Abadi and an important panel of French firms. Within the framework of the France-Iraq Business Council, a delegation of around 20 French firms will ... and more »

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Air Force Combat Controller to Receive Silver Star for Firefight in Iraq - Military.com Wed, 06 Dec 2017 22:30:20 GMT

Military.com

Air Force Combat Controller to Receive Silver Star for Firefight in Iraq Military.com The Air Force will award a combat controller the Silver Star next month for engaging Islamic State fighters and calling in precision strikes during the Mosul offensive under Operation Inherent Resolve. Staff Sgt. Christopher Lewis, a Special Tactics ...

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British Iraq veterans could face war crimes trial, Hague chief prosecutor suggests despite end of 'witch-hunt' inquiry - Telegraph.co.uk Tue, 05 Dec 2017 10:49:46 GMT

Telegraph.co.uk

British Iraq veterans could face war crimes trial, Hague chief prosecutor suggests despite end of 'witch-hunt' inquiry Telegraph.co.uk British Army Iraq veterans and commanders face possible trial in the Hague, the International Criminal Court has suggested, after deciding there was "reasonable basis" to believe troops committed war crimes. The ICC prosecutor said it would press on ... British troops could face trial at the Hague after international court says there is a 'reasonable basis' to believe ...Daily Mail UK troops to face ICC investigation into war crimes claims in Iraqeuronews Reason to believe UK armed forces committed war crimes in Iraq – ICCRT The Guardian all 30 news articles »

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Iraq to hold 2018 elections 3 days earlier - Rudaw Wed, 06 Dec 2017 08:41:18 GMT

Rudaw

Iraq to hold 2018 elections 3 days earlier Rudaw ERBIL, Kurdistan Region — Iraq's 2018 parliamentary and provincial elections will be held three days earlier than previously set in order to not interfere with the start of the holy month of Ramadan. The office of the Iraqi Prime Minister Haider Al ...

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Reopening of SABIC office in Iraq to benefit both sides: Experts - Arab News Thu, 07 Dec 2017 01:00:37 GMT

Arab News

Reopening of SABIC office in Iraq to benefit both sides: Experts Arab News Petrochem giant Saudi Basic Industries Corporation (SABIC) says it is reopening its office in Iraq. (Photo courtesy of SABIC website). RIYADH: Petrochemical giant Saudi Basic Industries Corporation (SABIC) announced the reopening of its office in Iraq ... Saudi oil minister talks of strengthening ties on Iraq visitABC News Saudi's SABIC to open office in Iraq as relations improveDaily Mail SABIC Reopens Office in IraqAsharq Al-awsat English The New Arab -Gulf Digital News all 285 news articles »