In Iraq, voices advocating for the retention of armed militias' weapons are rising, despite increasing calls to limit arms to the state. This trend reflects a complex reality amid ongoing regional crises.
Iraqi armed factions announced early Wednesday the suspension of their operations in Iraq and the region for two weeks. This declaration was made in a brief statement issued under the name 'Islamic Resistance in Iraq', raising questions about the reasons behind this decision and its potential implications.
An Iraqi National Security adviser revealed ongoing coordination efforts between Iraq and Syria to address security threats, particularly from armed groups attacking Syrian territory. This initiative aims to strengthen security cooperation between the two nations.
A man and his wife were killed in a drone strike targeting their home in Erbil, the capital of Iraq's Kurdistan region. This incident highlights the escalating violence in the area, as airstrikes against armed factions increase.
The US Embassy in Baghdad has accused Iranian-backed Iraqi militias of attempting to assassinate American diplomats during attacks on diplomatic facilities. These incidents occur amid rising tensions in the region.
Iranian-backed Iraqi factions launched two attacks on US diplomatic facilities in Iraq, according to the US embassy in Baghdad. The assaults are believed to aim at assassinating American diplomats.
Iran-backed Iraqi militant groups carried out two attacks on US diplomatic facilities in Iraq, including the consulate in Erbil, amid warnings from the US embassy. The attacks are part of ongoing efforts to target American diplomats.
The Iraqi Air Force has launched airstrikes against sites belonging to armed factions as attacks on civilian and military targets increase in Baghdad and the Kurdistan region. These developments come amid escalating security tensions in the country.
Recent field data indicates a significant shift in the pattern of attacks carried out by armed factions in Iraq, with a decline in strikes in Baghdad and an increase in military activities in the Kurdistan region. This change raises questions about the underlying reasons for this strategic transformation.
The Islamic Resistance in Iraq announced today that it has carried out 19 operations against US bases in Iraq and the region within the past 24 hours, reflecting a notable escalation in military activities against the American presence.
The US Embassy in Baghdad has warned of possible attacks by Iranian-backed armed factions in the Iraqi capital within the next 24 to 48 hours. They have reiterated their call for citizens to leave the country.
Unknown armed men kidnapped American journalist <strong>Shelly Kittleson</strong> near <strong>Al-Saadoun Street</strong> in Baghdad, highlighting the increasing security risks facing foreigners in Iraq. Reports suggest she may be transferred to areas controlled by Iran-backed armed factions.
Today, Iraq witnessed a significant security escalation with airstrikes targeting armed factions, alongside rocket and drone attacks. These developments reflect a deterioration in the country's security situation.
Iraqi Interior Minister Abdul Amir al-Shammari has dismissed and detained several security leaders following the destruction of an Iraqi military aircraft at Baghdad Airport due to a missile attack by Iran-affiliated factions. This decision is part of a broader investigation into security failures.
The Iraqi Ministry of Interior has dismissed several security leaders following a rocket attack on Baghdad International Airport, which damaged a military aircraft. This escalation comes amid increasing assaults on diplomatic facilities.
The Kuwaiti Ministry of Foreign Affairs has summoned the Iraqi chargé d'affaires for the second time, protesting against ongoing attacks by Iraqi armed factions targeting Kuwaiti territory, which it deems a violation of sovereignty.
A rocket attack on Monday targeted an Iraqi airbase near Baghdad International Airport, resulting in damage to a military aircraft. Armed factions claimed responsibility for executing 21 attacks in a single day.
The Al-Shaheed Mohammed Alaa Air Base at Baghdad International Airport was hit by a rocket attack early today, destroying an Iraqi military aircraft. This incident comes at a sensitive time following the announcement of enhanced security cooperation between Iraq and the United States.
Several Iranian-allied armed factions in Iraq have rejected military and security directives issued by the Iraqi government, raising questions about the stability of security in the country. This rejection reflects ongoing tensions between the government and these influential armed groups.
Iraqi security sources revealed progress in investigations into rocket and drone attacks targeting diplomatic and security sites. Information about the perpetrators has emerged following the arrest of armed faction members.
Six Arab nations condemned on Wednesday the attacks launched by Iranian-backed armed factions from Iraqi territory against facilities in the Gulf. They deemed these actions a violation of national sovereignty and called on the Iraqi government to take responsibility for stopping these assaults.
The spokesperson for the Iraqi armed forces announced the arrest of four individuals involved in launching rockets toward Syrian territory. This operation was carried out by lawless elements, raising concerns about stability along the Iraqi-Syrian border.
An armed faction in Iraq launched a missile attack from a residential neighborhood in western Baghdad late Saturday, resulting in material damage. This incident is part of an ongoing security escalation in the Iraqi capital.