May 2015
Iraqi Army Leaves U.S.-Provided Equipment Behind in Ramadi
The Iraqi Army abandoned significant U.S.-provided military equipment in Ramadi as they retreated from the city, which has now fallen to Islamic State forces. This…
House-to-House Search by Islamic State Militants in Ramadi
Islamic State militants have captured Ramadi and are conducting house-to-house searches for Iraqi forces, resulting in significant casualties. The U.S. is assisting Iraq in efforts…
US: We Will Help Iraq Retake Ramadi
The U.S. is assisting Iraq in efforts to retake Ramadi from ISIS, emphasizing that Iraqi forces must take responsibility for their own defense. While airstrikes…
White House: One of ISIS Leaders Killed in U.S. Operations in Syria
U.S. special forces killed Abu Sayyaf, a senior ISIS leader, in an operation in eastern Syria, while capturing his wife. The operation was ordered by…
The White House Denies Seymour Hersh's Claims About the Bin Laden Operation
The White House has dismissed Seymour Hersh's claims that the U.S. collaborated with Pakistan in the operation that killed Osama bin Laden, asserting that the…
Masoud Barzani Meets with the President of the United States
Masoud Barzani, President of the Kurdistan Region of Iraq, met with U.S. President Barack Obama and Vice President Joe Biden at the White House. They…
White House: It's Too Early to Link Texas Attack to ISIS
The White House has stated it is premature to link the recent Texas shooting to ISIS, despite the group claiming responsibility. The attackers, Elton Simpson…