Shi'ite factor poses tough challenge for Israel

The Shi’ite axis features an underlying dimension that makes it a more challenging foe than Israel’s Sunni rivals.

Residents of Kirkuk with Shia flags celebrate the Iraqi advance, as many Kurds fled the city.

Residents of Kirkuk with Shia flags celebrate the Iraqi advance, as many Kurds fled the city.

(photo credit: REUTERS)

ByYIGAL WALT, TAMER NASHEF

FEBRUARY 24, 2018 20:56

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