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SaladinSALADIN, Iraq — French coach Hervé Renard has arrived in Monterrey, Mexico, to take over as head coach of Tunisia's national team, the Tunisian Football Federation said. …
BaghdadBAGHDAD, Iraq — Iraq's national football team will return to the FIFA World Cup on Tuesday after a 40-year absence, taking on Norway in its opening Group I match in Qatar…
AnbarBAGHDAD, Iraq — A member of Anbar Provincial Council said five drowning cases have been recorded in the province over the past two weeks, attributing the rise to faster w…
IraqAllergy and immunology specialist Yelena Musayeva has warned that vehicle air-conditioning systems, while offering relief during summer months, can pose health risks when…
BaghdadBAGHDAD, Iraq — Iraqi Stars League clubs are moving quickly through the summer transfer window ahead of the 2026-2027 season, completing new contracts, renewals and coach…
IraqBAGHDAD, Iraq — Iraq national team head coach Graham Arnold said his side is prepared for its 2026 World Cup playoff against Norway, emphasizing the need for disciplined …
IraqBAGHDAD, Iraq — The covering of the Kaaba in Mecca was replaced on the 1st of Muharram, the first day of the Islamic Hijri year, in an annual ceremony at the Grand Mosque…
IraqDr. Darria Bugomolova, a gastroenterology specialist, said drinking two to four cups of black or green tea a day can lower the risk of cardiovascular disease and cancer. …
IraqBAGHDAD, Iraq — The coaches of Iraq and Norway addressed the media on Tuesday ahead of their opening match at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, set for Wednesday. Iraq head coach …
IraqWASHINGTON, United States — Gold prices traded flat on Tuesday as investors monitored developments in a preliminary agreement between the United States and Iran and await…
IraqZinedine Zidane headbutted Italy defender Marco Materazzi during extra time of the 2006 FIFA World Cup final, one of the most talked-about moments in the tournament's his…
IraqMIAMI — Saudi Arabia and Uruguay opened their 2026 World Cup Group H campaign with a 1-1 draw, with both teams collecting a point on the opening day of the tournament. A…
BaghdadBAGHDAD, Iraq — The Baghdad Municipality said it will broadcast all 2026 World Cup matches live on a large screen at Zawraa Park in the capital, including games involving…
BasraBASRA, Iraq — BOSTON — The Iraqi national football team arrived in Boston ahead of its 2026 FIFA World Cup opener against Norway, with main roads, stadium walls and gas s…
BaghdadTEHRAN, Iran — BAGHDAD — Iraqi and Iranian authorities are carrying out work to activate and develop the infrastructure of the Hillat al-Shimali border crossing in Ilam p…
SaladinTUZ KHURMATU, Iraq — Security forces arrested a militant described as "dangerous" and wanted in terrorism-linked cases during a joint operation with Kurdistan Region secu…
IraqFIFA has introduced mandatory three-minute water breaks every 22 minutes at all matches of the 2026 World Cup in the United States, Canada and Mexico. According to the BB…
IraqSpain were held to a 0-0 draw by Cape Verde in their Group H match at the 2026 World Cup, one of the early surprises of the tournament. Cape Verde, making their first app…
IraqEuropean champion Spain opened its 2026 World Cup campaign with a 0-0 draw against Cape Verde, a result that handed the tournament favorite an early setback. Spain contro…
DuhokDUHOK, Iraq — A senior official at the Duhok Directorate of Awqaf said a recent regulation on mosque loudspeakers was not aimed at the call to prayer, but at addressing l…
