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BaghdadBAGHDAD, Iraq — The Iraqi Institution for Strategic Public Policy on Monday introduced the "Iraq 2033 Strategy" at a session in Baghdad, outlining a comprehensive governa…
IraqTEHRAN, Iran — Iran's army will strengthen its defense capabilities during a period of agreement with the United States and is prepared to use force if necessary, army sp…
DiyalaBAQUBA, Iraq — Three suicide cases were recorded in Diyala province within hours on Tuesday, local security sources said, prompting investigations by security authorities…
IraqWASHINGTON, United States — WASHINGTON — A senior US official said Oman has been effectively removed as a mediator in US-Iran talks after Washington accused the Gulf stat…
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…
Dhi QarDHIQAR, Iraq — Security forces in Dhi Qar province have detained 35 people in the past 45 days as part of a broad operation targeting unlicensed money lenders, according …
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…
IraqBAGHDAD, Iraq — A U.S. Air Force B-52 Stratofortress strategic bomber crashed shortly after takeoff from a military base in California, the Air Force said. The service co…
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…
IraqWASHINGTON, United States — A US official said the memorandum of understanding reached with Iran envisages a reduction in American troops in the Middle East once a final …
MüsennaBAGHDAD, Iraq — The head of Busiyya subdistrict in Iraq's southern Maysan province has asked Oil Minister Bassim Allabedi to give local residents hiring priority in oil p…
IraqWASHINGTON, United States — WASHINGTON — U.S. Vice President JD Vance said Iran could access a $300 billion reconstruction fund from Gulf states, but only if Tehran fulfi…
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…
SulaymaniyahSULAYMANIYAH, Iraq — A group of Kurdish women musicians has established a new ensemble called the "Kurdistan Girls Music Ensemble" in Sulaymaniyah, the group announced at…
IraqBAGHDAD, Iraq — Iraq's Ministry of Education issued a written statement on Tuesday rejecting rumors about the marking of examination papers, saying the process is carried…
AnbarBAGHDAD, Iraq — Iraq's constitution lays out a series of formal procedures governing how laws are drafted, passed and enacted by parliament. Article 59 requires that parl…
AnbarANBAR, Iraq — BERLIN — Germany has tightened its migration and asylum rules in recent years, citing labor shortages, rising living costs and international protection obli…
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…
IraqBAGHDAD, Iraq — Iraqi Airways has launched an online check-in service, allowing passengers to obtain boarding passes and select seats before departure through the airline…
