iraq
Iraq blames public for new virus record, urges vaccinations
Middle East
April 9, 2021
Iraq blames public for new virus record, urges vaccinations
Iraq’s Health Ministry has warned of “dire consequences” ahead because citizens are not heeding coronavirus prevention measures, after the country…
No timetable for withdrawal of troops after US, Iraq talks
Middle East
April 8, 2021
No timetable for withdrawal of troops after US, Iraq talks
BAGHDAD (AP) — The mission of US forces in Iraq has shifted to training and advisory roles, allowing for redeployment…
A growing challenge for Iraq: Iran-aligned Shiite militias
Middle East
March 31, 2021
A growing challenge for Iraq: Iran-aligned Shiite militias
BAGHDAD (AP) — It was a stark message: A convoy of masked Shiite militiamen, armed with machine guns and rocket-propelled…
Iraq’s Yazidis warn of ongoing threats from extremists
Middle East
March 28, 2021
Iraq’s Yazidis warn of ongoing threats from extremists
In a landmark decision this month, Iraq’s parliament passed the Yazidi Female Survivors Law, recognizing the atrocities committed by the…
US, Iraq to hold talks over American troop presence
Middle East
March 24, 2021
US, Iraq to hold talks over American troop presence
BAGHDAD (AP) — The Biden administration is set to resume strategic talks with Iraqi officials next month on the withdrawal…
Iraqi woman who met the pope sees little chance for change
Middle East
March 13, 2021
Iraqi woman who met the pope sees little chance for change
BAGHDAD (AP) — The story of Doha Sabah Abdallah’s personal tragedy and loss deeply resonated with Pope Francis during his…
After historic whirlwind visit, Pope leaves Iraq for Rome
Middle East
March 8, 2021
After historic whirlwind visit, Pope leaves Iraq for Rome
BAGHDAD (AP) — Pope Francis on Monday wrapped up his historic whirlwind tour of Iraq that sought to bring hope…
Where IS ruled, pope calls on Christians to forgive, rebuild
Middle East
March 7, 2021
Where IS ruled, pope calls on Christians to forgive, rebuild
QARAQOSH, Iraq (AP) — Pope Francis called on Iraq’s Christians to forgive the injustices committed against them by Muslim extremists…
Pope Francis visits Iraq’s ruined city of Mosul, hearing residents’ testimony
Middle East
March 7, 2021
Pope Francis visits Iraq’s ruined city of Mosul, hearing residents’ testimony
MOSUL, Iraq (Reuters) – Muslim and Christian residents of Mosul told Pope Francis of their lives under the brutal rule…
Shia powerhouse al-Sistani helped shape today’s Iraq
Egypt
March 6, 2021
Shia powerhouse al-Sistani helped shape today’s Iraq
One highlight of Pope Francis’ historic visit to Iraq is his meeting Saturday with a revered religious leader for Shia…