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Iraq wants new round of talks over withdrawal of remaining US combat forces

According to three government officials, Iraq recently sent an official memo to the U.S. requesting a date for a new round of discussions on bilateral relations and specifically, the withdrawal of remaining combat forces.

3 years ago

This Jan. 3, 2020, file photo, released by the Iraqi Prime Minister Press Office shows a burning vehicle at the Baghdad International Airport following a deadly airstrike in Baghdad, Iraq.

Iraq issues arrest warrant for Trump over Soleimani killing

An arrest warrant was issued Thursday for outgoing President Donald Trump in connection with the killing of an Iranian general and a powerful Iraqi militia leader last year, Iraq’s judiciary said.

3 years ago

Rally in Baghdad marks 1 year since Iran general’s death in US drone strike

Sunday's rally was being held amid heightened tensions between Iran and the U.S. in the final days of President Donald Trump’s administration.

3 years ago

Iraqi leader says country still needs US help to counter ISIS threat

Iraq’s prime minister said Monday ahead of a much anticipated trip to Washington that his country still needs U.S. assistance to counter the threat posed by the Islamic State group.

3 years ago

Two US troops, 1 British soldier killed, as more than 15 rockets slam Iraqi base

OIR has confirmed whether there were any casualties or wounded as a result of the rocket attack.

By Shawn Snow, Aaron Mehta and Howard Altman

4 years ago

US adds leader of Iran-backed Iraqi militia to terrorism blacklist

The Trump administration on Wednesday added the head of an Iran-backed Iraqi militia responsible for attacks on U.S. troops in Iraq to its terrorism blacklist.

4 years ago