Iraq

US to Iraq: “Dismantle Factions or Be Targeted”
The US has issued a stern warning to Iraq, demanding that Baghdad prevent any interference by Iraqi armed factions in response to American strikes on Yemen, threatening direct military retaliation inside Iraq.

Washington Reneges on Its Pact with Baghdad: 'ISIS' as a Convenient Pretext
A senior leader in an Iraqi armed faction has dismissed ongoing negotiations between the Iraqi government and the United States regarding the withdrawal of coalition forces, calling them ineffective under the Trump administration.

Secret Iranian Visits to Baghdad to Address Regional Risks
In recent days, Iranian officials have made secret visits to Baghdad to discuss regional security concerns, particularly in light of developments in Syria. An Iraqi political source, speaking to Al-Akhbar on condition of anonymity, said that the visiting..

Baghdad's Election Dilemma: Renewed Pressure to Ban Armed Factions
The statement by Iraq's High Electoral Commission regarding the legal prohibition of political parties with armed wings from participating in the upcoming parliamentary elections has sparked questions within Iraqi circles, especially considering its...

Iraq Steps In to Mediate Between Turkey and SDF
The Iraqi government is actively trying to mediate between Turkey and the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF), according to a senior Iraqi official. This effort was highlighted during the visit of Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan to Baghdad...
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