Iraqi army
Military force of Iraq
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View Timeline →Massoud Barzani Opposes U.S. Plan
Massoud Barzani has rejected a U.S. proposal to merge Kurdish military forces with the Iraqi Army. This decision involves key Kurdish political dynamics and reflects…
Analysis of the Iraq-Turkey Agreement Under the Shadow of U.S. Policies
Iraq and Turkey have agreed to transfer the Bashiqi-Zilkan base to the Iraqi army, reflecting a strategic shift by Turkey, supported by the U.S., from…
Washington Seeks to Integrate Peshmerga into Iraqi Army
The U.S. is advocating for the integration of Kurdish Peshmerga forces into the Iraqi military, drawing parallels with the Syrian Democratic Forces. This move suggests…
On the Edge of the Abyss; The Story of Abadan's Resistance in Fall 1979
In the fall of 1979, Abadan faced a siege by the Iraqi army, which cut off all land routes to the city. This event was…
Destruction of a 100-Meter ISIS Tunnel in Northern Mosul
The Popular Mobilization Forces and the Iraqi Army have successfully identified and destroyed a 100-meter tunnel used by ISIS in northern Mosul. This operation highlights…
ISIS Elements Attack Iraqi Army in Kirkuk
ISIS militants launched an attack on an Iraqi Army base in Kirkuk. This incident highlights the ongoing security challenges in Iraq. It is significant as…
ISIS Attacks an Iraqi Army Base in Kirkuk
ISIS launched an attack on an Iraqi Army base in Kirkuk, indicating ongoing instability in the region. This incident highlights the continued threat posed by…
Why the Mandatory Military Service Proposal in Iraq Has Become Controversial?
The Iraqi Parliament is revisiting the topic of mandatory military service, which was abolished post-2003 invasion. This discussion involves political leaders and military officials, and…
Clashes and Air Shooting by Iraqi Army and Hashd al-Shaabi During Arbaeen Pilgrimage; Iraqi Official: No Injuries Reported
Clashes occurred between the Iraqi army and Hashd al-Shaabi militia in Karbala ahead of the Arbaeen pilgrimage, resulting in air shooting but no injuries. The…
45 Killed in Iraqi Airstrike on ISIS Leaders' Meeting in Syria
An Iraqi airstrike in Syria killed 45 ISIS members, including key leaders, during a meeting in Hajin. This operation reflects Iraq's ongoing military efforts against…
Iraqi Forces Capture Airbase and Industrial Areas from Kurdish Control near Kirkuk
Iraqi forces have captured key positions from Kurdish Peshmerga in southern Kirkuk, including an airbase and industrial areas. This escalation follows a referendum for Kurdish…
Bloody Wednesday in Iraq and Syria; ISIS Executes and Assassinated 55 People
ISIS executed or assassinated over 50 individuals in Syria and Iraq, with a significant massacre occurring in Deir ez-Zor. The group also shot down an…
ISIS Executed Over 6,300 Iraqi Civilians in 2016
In 2016, ISIS executed over 6,300 Iraqi civilians, with significant casualties occurring in Mosul and surrounding areas. The ongoing violence, including airstrikes, continues to impact…
US: Approximately 900 ISIS Members Killed in Mosul Operations
The US military reports that approximately 900 ISIS fighters have been killed in the ongoing Mosul liberation operation, which has seen significant military involvement from…
Iraqi Army Begins Operation to Retake Mosul from ISIS
The Iraqi army, supported by militia allies and the U.S.-led coalition, has launched an operation to retake Mosul from ISIS, which is expected to be…
Iraqi Officials: Iran Encouraged Russia to Conduct Attacks in Syria
Iraqi officials have reported that Iran's Qassem Soleimani encouraged Russia to conduct airstrikes in Syria, emphasizing the necessity of these actions against extremist groups. This…
Weaknesses Faced by Iran in Victory Over Aggressors
The article discusses the weaknesses faced by Iran during the eight-year Iran-Iraq War, highlighting that despite expelling Iraqi forces, Iran suffered from strategic mistakes and…
Islamic State Strengthens Control at Iraq-Syria Border
The Islamic State has strengthened its control over a border area between Iraq and Syria by capturing a key border post, enabling access to major…
Islamic State Group Sets Oil Wells Around Tikrit on Fire
The Islamic State group set fire to oil wells around Tikrit to hinder the advance of Iraqi forces. This action highlights the ongoing conflict in…
US: Iraqi Army and Kurds to Begin Mosul Liberation Operations in Spring
The US military expects the Iraqi army and Kurdish Peshmerga to launch a major operation to liberate Mosul from the Islamic State in April or…