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An alleged blast that rocked the Iraq-Kuwait border is being investigated by the US military.
The tragedy in Beirut has reignited calls by Iraqis for militant factions and groups linked to the government to remove their weapons stockpiles from residential areas.
Review: Once Upon a Time in Iraq
Once Upon a Time in Iraq is a gripping but fragmented portrayal of a nation torn apart by war.
Qatar sends field hospitals to treat Iraq's coronavirus patients
Qatar has sent two field hospitals, including medical supplies and 250 beds, to help Iraq in its ongoing battle with Covid-19.
Iraq airspace reopens after months of virus lockdown
Before boarding, passengers at Baghdad International Airport were required to show negative Covid-19 test results to airport staff wearing masks ...
Without accountability, al-Hashimi's assassination will not be the last
Comment: Al-Hashimi was working towards a robust and inclusive Iraqi state. His assassination must not be met with impunity. What comes next is crucial, writes Hayder Al-Shakeri.
Iraq mourns Hashemi, vows to pursue his killers
National and international figures mourned the killing of Hisham al-Hashemi, who was gunned down on Monday in capital city of Baghdad.
Iraqi researcher on militant groups Hisham al-Hashemi killed
Jihadism expert Hisham al-Hashemi was shot outside his home in Baghdad on Monday and died shortly thereafter at a local hospital, an Iraqi ...
Migrant workers stuck in virus-hit Iraq
Migrant workers in Iraq are stranded without wages by their employers, leaving them at risk.
Jordan and Iraq form joint coronavirus strategy
Jordan has been applauded for its handling of the coronavirus crisis.
Iraq approves last seven members of new government
Iraq's new government has been completed, authorities confirmed on Saturday.
Foreigners evacuated from Iraq gas field after protests
A number of foreign workers were evacuated from Iraq following protests at a Basra gas facility.
The Iraq Report: Kadhimi takes aim at pro-Iran militias
While hailed as a show of force by Iraq's new premier against malign Iranian influence, the arrest of pro-Iran militants may be little more than ...
Turkey to start power generation on controversial Tigris dam
The Ilisu dam, construction of which displaced thousands and submerged an ancient city, will start power generation next week.
Iraq security forces arrest armed men after protester killed
Several men were arrested over the death of an Iraqi protestor.
Iraq oil revenues crash to multi-year low
Iraq sold 103.1 million barrels in April at an average price of $13.80 per barrel, earning the country $1.4 billion.
The Iraq Report: Can new PM-designate break political deadlock?
Mustafa al-Kadhimi is the third candidate in as many months, only this time it appears he may succeed in forming yet another in a long ...
Three rockets land near US oil company in Iraq
The rockets targeted the site of Halliburton in the Burjesia area in the oil-rich Basra province early on Monday. No casualties were ...
Iraqi volunteers help needy families during virus crisis
Sensing that relying on authorities would be unwise, young activists, community figures and local religious leaders have come together to try to ...
Coronavirus Pandemic: Weekly positive stories of resilience and bravery
Top five stories highlighting the Middle East’s resilience in the face of coronavirus this week.
The Middle East At war with coronavirus
Algeria releases 5,000 prisoners in a bid to stop the spread of coronavirus and the World Health Organisation warns Iraq that coronavirus cases ...
The fight for LGBT rights in Iraq's revolution
LGBT Iraqis are fighting for their rights on the frontline of the country's protest movement.
Iraq confirms first coronavirus case, despite closing Iran border
The first novel coronavirus case was confirmed in Iraq on Monday, despite Baghdad closing its border this week.
Kuwait, Bahrain announce first coronavirus cases from Iran
Three people in Kuwait and one person in Bahrain have been diagnosed with the novel coronavirus, authorities said on Monday, noting all of the ...
Arab countries have taken extreme measure to prevent the spread of the virus.
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