September 2017
The United States Does Not Recognize the Independence Referendum in the Kurdistan Region of Iraq
The U.S. has stated it does not recognize the independence referendum held in the Kurdistan Region of Iraq, which saw over 92% support for independence.…
Separatism: Just or Unjust?
Residents of the Kurdistan region held a non-binding referendum where 93% voted for independence from Iraq, leading to celebrations among supporters. However, the Iraqi government…
Four Killed in Turkey's Army Clash with PKK Militants in Northern Iraq
A clash between the Turkish army and PKK militants in northern Iraq resulted in four deaths, including a Turkish soldier. This incident highlights ongoing tensions…
US: Ready to Mediate Between Baghdad and Iraqi Kurdistan if Requested
The US has expressed readiness to mediate between Baghdad and Iraqi Kurdistan if requested, amidst rising tensions following a recent independence referendum in the region.…
ISIS Released an Audio File Attributed to Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi
ISIS has released a new audio file attributed to its leader, Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi, after a year of speculation about his fate. The audio includes…
Turkey Halts Training of Kurdish Peshmerga in Response to Iraqi Kurdistan Independence Referendum
Turkey has halted training for Kurdish Peshmerga forces in northern Iraq due to the independence referendum in Iraqi Kurdistan, fearing it may incite separatism among…
Imam Hussein and Karbala: From Historical Reality to Religious Myth
The article discusses the historical and mythological aspects of the Karbala event and the martyrdom of Imam Hussein, questioning the authenticity of various narratives surrounding…
Bagheri: Iranian and Iraqi Military Teams to Visit Borders on Thursday
Iran's military chief stated that Iran does not recognize the recent independence referendum in Iraq's Kurdistan region and emphasized the importance of a unified Iraq.…
Mattis: New Strategy in Afghanistan Destroys Insurgents' Hope for Victory Through Violence
U.S. Secretary of Defense James Mattis visited Afghanistan to announce a new military strategy aimed at defeating insurgent groups like the Taliban. This strategy involves…
Kurdistan Region of Iraq Ready to Negotiate with Baghdad on International Oversight of Airports
The Kurdistan Regional Government of Iraq is open to negotiations with Baghdad regarding international oversight of its airports, following a referendum where 92.73% voted for…
Kurdistan Region Transport Minister Rejects Baghdad's Deadline for Airport Control Transfer
The Transport Minister of the Kurdistan Region rejected Iraqi Prime Minister Haider al-Abadi's 72-hour ultimatum to transfer control of regional airports to Baghdad. This escalating…
Daqti: The Kurdistan Regional Government Does Not Want Religion to Enter Politics
Reza Daqti, an Iranian journalist, reports on the positive atmosphere in the Kurdistan Region of Iraq during the recent referendum, highlighting the people's desire for…
Iraqi Forces Participate in Turkish Army Exercises
Iraqi military forces participated in Turkish military exercises following a controversial independence referendum in Iraqi Kurdistan. Turkey opposes the referendum and threatens military and economic…
U.S. Supreme Court Postpones Review of Trump's Previous Immigration Order
The U.S. Supreme Court has postponed the review of Trump's previous immigration order that barred citizens from predominantly Muslim countries after he issued a new…
Rouhani Responds Negatively to Kurdish Independence Referendum in Iraq for the Third Time
Iranian President Hassan Rouhani has reiterated his opposition to the Kurdish independence referendum in Iraq, emphasizing the importance of Iraq's territorial integrity. This stance reflects…
Concerns of Iranian and Turkish Leaders Over the Consequences of the Referendum in the Kurdistan Region
Iranian President Hassan Rouhani and Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan expressed concerns over the upcoming independence referendum in the Kurdistan Region of Iraq, warning it…
The Weapon of Oil and the Tanker War in the Persian Gulf (Part One)
The article discusses the strategic significance of oil during the Iran-Iraq War, highlighting how both countries targeted each other's oil facilities and shipping routes. The…
Iraqi Forces Begin Operation to Liberate Hawija from ISIS
Iraqi forces have launched an operation to liberate Hawija from ISIS, one of the last strongholds of the group in Iraq. The operation is complicated…
The Security Council Decides on Assisting Investigations Related to ISIS Actions in Iraq
The UN Security Council is preparing to vote on a resolution allowing inspectors to assist Iraq in investigating ISIS for war crimes, with support from…
Iraqi Forces Retake Akashat Area on Syrian Border from ISIS
Iraqi forces have successfully retaken the Akashat area from ISIS, enhancing their control along the Syrian border. This operation is part of a broader effort…
Two Suicide Attacks in Iraq; At Least 74 People Killed
Two suicide attacks in southern Iraq resulted in at least 74 deaths, including Iranian casualties among pilgrims returning from Karbala. The attacks, claimed by ISIS,…
ISIS Fighters Caravan Arrives in Area Controlled by the Group in Deir ez-Zor
A convoy of ISIS fighters and their families has reached areas controlled by the group in eastern Syria following an agreement with the Syrian government…
Ai Weiwei at Venice Festival; Iranian Refugees Turned Away from the Camera
Ai Weiwei's documentary 'Human Flow' premiered at the Venice Film Festival, focusing on the plight of refugees, particularly highlighting the stories of Iranian refugees who…
Hezbollah Lebanon: Exit of a Group of ISIS from the Lebanon Border as Part of Ceasefire Agreement
Hezbollah Lebanon announced that most of a group of about 300 ISIS militants have exited the Lebanon-Syria border area as part of a ceasefire agreement.…
Suicide Attack on Power Plant in Samarra Leaves Seven Dead
A suicide attack on a power plant in Samarra, Iraq, resulted in seven deaths and multiple injuries, with ISIS claiming responsibility. This incident highlights ongoing…