Iraq

Arab countries condemn Israel's 'opportunistic scheme' for Golan Heights expansion

This comes after the Israeli government unanimously approved Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's NIS 40 million plan to encourage demographic growth in the Golan Heights.

Netanyahu, Trump up pressure for deal, IDF destroys Hamas command center

Police arrest suspect on Highway 1 • Israel appeals ICC warrants Netanyahu • Trump discuss hostage deal efforts, situation in Syria • 'Window to act against Iran,' Gallant says

 Damage around Qamishli International Airport area, in Syria, December 10, 2024

Southern Syria's resurgence brings Jordan and Iraq back in key roles

Jordan seeks to ensure regional security and stability, including in Syria, including by involving the international community in these prospects.

Blinken makes unannounced Iraq visit as part of Syria diplomacy push

A US official told Reuters that Washington sees this moment as an opportunity to further push back Iran's influence in the region.

By REUTERS
13/12/2024

From fantasy to reality: The vision of an Israel-Iraq highway

More regional connections mean lower costs, greater economic equity, and less vulnerability to supply chain disruptions —outcomes of enormous importance to US national security in a multi-polar world

By ERIC GALLAGHER
12/12/2024

Israel at war: What happened day 432?

Hamas gives Egypt list of hostages terror group holds • Four rockets cross into Israel from Gaza • IAF kills Hamas commander

How will the fall of Assad impact Iranian-backed militias in Iraq?

Now that the Assad regime has collapsed, the Iraqi militias face a dilemma.

Could the unrest in Syria spillover into Iraq? Iran seems to think so

Iran believes that Iraq is in danger - this means that Iran is worried militias it backs in Iraq could lose influence.

IDF calls troops to Golan as rebels force Syrian army from border province

The IDF announced that following a situational assessment, the military would call up additional soldiers for defensive missions in the Golan Heights.

Iraq considers Syrian intervention as rebels advance

Iraqi forces bolster border defenses as Sunni rebels threaten Assad's hold on Syria.

By REUTERS
06/12/2024
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