Iraq

Muqtada al-Sadr to return to politics

Al-Sadr rose to prominence leading resistance against the US invasion of Iraq.

Turkey, Iraq, UAE, and Qatar to collaborate on 'Development Path' project

This $17 billion initiative aims to construct a 1,200-kilometer road and rail route linking ports in Iraq and Turkey.

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.