Iraq

Explosion at pro-Iran militia base in Iraq, US military denies involvement

One person was killed and two others were injured as a result of the attack

Shia militants claim missile strikes on Israeli bases, IDF yet to confirm

The statement was accompanied by a video showing the launch of at least four Iranian 351 (Quds-1) cruise missiles.

Iraq announces elimination of ISIS leader

The strike was conducted through investigation and cooperation of security forces and Iraqi intelligence with the Joint Operations Command

Iraqi Shia militants claim attack on Ben Gurion Airport, unconfirmed by Israel

There has been no confirmation of such an attack from the Israeli military. Ben Gurion Airport continues to operate normally.

Erdogan to visit Iraq for first time in 12 years; talks on Suez Canal alternative planned

Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan announced plans for Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan's visit to Iraq in late April, marking the first visit in 12 years.

Jordan shot down two drones launched from Iraq into Israel

The pro-Iran Shia Islamist group Islamic Resistance in Iraq regularly claims successful attacks on Israel

'Miss Iraq' wears dress with Israeli hostage names to Oscars event

Despite the significance of her gesture, Sarah Idan's photo was notably absent from news agencies and media reports.