#Iraq
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PoliticsIraq to Bolster Airspace Security with Imminent Arrival of Advanced Air Defence Systems
Iraq is implementing a three-phase strategy to upgrade its air defence capabilities, with the first batch of advanced systems expected to arrive soon to counter growing drone and missile threats.
PoliticsLebanon Seeks Syrian Extradition in Killing of Ex-Iraqi MP Critical of Iran
Lebanon has requested Syria extradite two suspects in the strangulation death of former Iraqi MP Ahmed al-Alwani, a vocal critic of Iran. Al-Alwani was found dead in a Beirut apartment, and investigators are exploring financial motives and the involvement of individuals with Syrian accents.
PoliticsIraqi PM's Aide: Militia Disarmament Deadline Unlikely This Year, New Target Set for 2027
An Iraqi Prime Minister's aide has indicated that disarming Iran-backed militias will not be completed this year, setting a new deadline of June 2027. The government cites external and internal factors for the delay, emphasizing flexibility while pursuing state control over weapons.
PoliticsIraqi PM Launches Probe into Oil Smuggling Operations Linked to Iran-Backed Militia
Iraqi Prime Minister Ali Al Zaidi has ordered an investigation into the reported smuggling of petroleum products from pipelines in Jurf Al Sakhar, an area controlled by the Iran-backed Kataib Hezbollah militia. The probe comes amid rising tensions between the government and armed factions seeking to assert state authority.
MiscellaneousKurdish Minister Denounces 'Nonsense' Claims Amid Khor Mor Gasfield Attack Investigation
A Kurdish minister has dismissed claims of Kurdish involvement in the Khor Mor gasfield attack, urging patience for the ongoing investigation. The attack has significantly impacted fuel and electricity supplies in Iraq.
MiscellaneousUS Envoy Tom Barrack Proposes Iraq as a Diplomatic Bridge Between the US and Iran
US envoy Tom Barrack suggested Iraq could act as a bridge to ease US-Iran tensions and proposed ambitious oil production targets for Iraq. He emphasized the need for a stable rule of law to attract foreign investment.
MiscellaneousFormer Iraqi Lawmaker Ahmad Al Alwani Found Dead in Beirut; Office Claims 'Assassination'
Former Iraqi legislator Ahmad Al Alwani was found dead in Beirut in what his office is calling an assassination. A Lebanese judicial source indicated he was strangled, and a Lebanese national has been arrested in connection with the case.
MiscellaneousFormer Iraqi Lawmaker Ahmed al-Alwani Found Dead in Beirut, Murder Investigation Launched
Former Iraqi lawmaker Ahmed al-Alwani has been found dead in a Beirut apartment, prompting a murder investigation by Lebanese authorities. Preliminary findings suggest he was strangled, and one suspect has been arrested.
MiscellaneousIraq Denies Landing to Iranian Football Team Amidst US Sanctions
Iraq has prevented an Iranian football team's plane from landing, citing US sanctions as the reason. The incident highlights the impact of international sanctions on sporting events.
MiscellaneousUS Sanctions Force Iraq to Deny Landing to Iranian Football Team's Plane
Iraq denied landing to Iran's national football team's plane in Basra due to US sanctions on Iranian airlines. The team was en route to a four-nation tournament and will now travel by road.
PoliticsIraq Reopens Key Al Sheeb Border Crossing with Iran, Temporarily Closes Mandali Amid US Pressure
Iraq is reopening the Al Sheeb border crossing with Iran while temporarily closing the Mandali crossing for technical upgrades. The move comes amid US pressure on Baghdad to curb Iranian influence and follows a previous closure of Al Sheeb due to security concerns.
EconomyIraq Eyes Doubled Oil Production by 2032 with Ambitious 10 Million Bpd Target
Iraq aims to more than double its oil production to 10 million barrels per day by 2032, a move Prime Minister Ali Al Zaidi believes will significantly boost national development and the economy. The country is in talks with Opec to increase export quotas and is pursuing new deals and export routes.
MiscellaneousDrone Attack Sparks Fire, Halts Production at Iraq's Khor Mor Gasfield, Crippling Regional Power
A drone attack on Iraq's Khor Mor gasfield has caused a fire, suspended gas supply to power plants, and left over 70 percent of the Kurdish region without electricity. No casualties were reported, but an investigation has been launched amid heightened regional tensions.
PoliticsBahrain to Re-establish Envoy in Baghdad Following Historic Iraqi PM Visit
Bahrain will re-establish its ambassador in Baghdad following a historic visit by Iraqi Prime Minister Ali Al Zaidi. This move signifies a thaw in relations and an end to a diplomatic rift that began in April.
MiscellaneousDeadly Floods Devastate Iraq, Inundate Gaza's Refugee Camps Amidst Torrential Rains
Heavy rainfall has caused deadly flash floods in northern Iraq, killing two people, while in Gaza, tens of thousands of tents housing displaced Palestinians have been inundated, overwhelming aid efforts.
PoliticsIraq Confirms External Attacks Launched from its Territory, Vows Dialogue
Iraq's Foreign Minister Fuad Hussein confirmed that external parties have used Iraqi territory for attacks on neighbors and stated Baghdad is investigating these incidents. He also discussed efforts to control weapons held by factions and ongoing cooperation with Syria, Jordan, and Turkiye against ISIL.
EconomyTurkey Not Concerned by Syria-Iraq Oil Pipeline, Energy Minister Asserts
Turkey's Energy Minister, Alparslan Bayraktar, stated that Ankara is not concerned about the rehabilitation of the Kirkuk-Baniyas oil pipeline between Iraq and Syria, viewing it as a potential alternative export route that would not threaten Turkey's existing energy infrastructure.
PoliticsKurdish Political Crisis Deepens as PUK Withdraws from KRG Government, Threatening Power-Sharing
The Patriotic Union of Kurdistan (PUK) has withdrawn from the Kurdistan Regional Government (KRG) in northern Iraq, escalating a political crisis and raising fears of parallel administrations. The move follows a parliamentary session boycotted by the PUK, which accused its rival, the Kurdistan Democratic Party (KDP), of undermining democracy.
MiscellaneousUAE and Iraq Unite to Seize 200,000 Captagon Pills and Dismantle Major Drug Smuggling Ring
UAE and Iraqi authorities have dismantled a multinational drug smuggling network, arresting 20 suspects and seizing 200,000 Captagon pills and over 30kg of other narcotics in Ras Al Khaimah. The joint operation highlights the importance of international cooperation in combating drug trafficking.
PoliticsIraq's PM Al-Zaidi Assures Trump Baghdad Won't Be Used for Attacks, Warns Iran Conflict is a 'Disaster'
Iraqi Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi assured President Trump that Baghdad will not allow its territory to be used for attacks on neighbors, while Foreign Minister Fuad Hussein warned that a new war on Iran would be a disaster for Iraq.
PoliticsFrench ISIS Extremist Thomas Barnouin Expresses Regret in Iraqi Court
French extremist Thomas Barnouin, who joined ISIS in 2014, expressed regret for his actions in an Iraqi court on Sunday. Barnouin, whose extremist activities date back to the 2000s, pleaded guilty to belonging to ISIS and participating in terrorist acts.
PoliticsIraq Pledges Neutrality and Gulf Security Amidst Potential US-Iran Conflict
Iraq's national security adviser has stated that the country will remain neutral and work to protect Gulf states if a war between the US and Iran resumes. He also confirmed progress in bringing armed factions' weapons under state control and largely defeating ISIS.
PoliticsProminent Iraqi Politicians Jailed and Fined in Major Corruption Crackdown
Iraq's Central Anti-Corruption Criminal Court has sentenced two prominent Sunni politicians, Muthana Al Samarrai and Ziad Al Janabi, to prison and imposed significant fines as part of a government anti-corruption drive. The convictions are part of a broader crackdown targeting officials and lawmakers.
PoliticsIraqi Court Imposes Life Sentences on Three More French ISIS Members
An Iraqi court has sentenced three more French nationals to life in prison for ISIS membership, bringing the week's total convictions of French citizens to 10. The sentences were handed down under Iraq's anti-terrorism law, with life imprisonment equivalent to 20 years.