Iraq deploys elite counter-terrorism unit to protect state buildings as chaotic protests rock Baghdad

As anti-government unrest in Iraq continues, authorities have ordered a counter-terrorism force to help restore security in Baghdad. The turmoil is the latest political crisis to hit Iraq after the US-led invasion in 2003. … Read More >Iraq deploys elite counter-terrorism unit to protect state buildings as chaotic protests rock Baghdad

Just going next door: More than 100 armored vehicles cross into Iraq as US troops withdraw from northern Syria

US forces leaving northern Syria have reportedly crossed into Iraq, where they will continue their seemingly endless military presence in the region. Donald Trump had insinuated that the soldiers would be returning home. … Read More >Just going next door: More than 100 armored vehicles cross into Iraq as US troops withdraw from northern Syria

Coming back to another warzone: US troops leaving Syria will find ‘home’ in… western Iraq

Donald Trump recently insinuated that troops stationed in Syria would be returning home, but it appears that more than 700 troops leaving the country are actually destined for another Middle East warzone: Iraq. … Read More >Coming back to another warzone: US troops leaving Syria will find ‘home’ in… western Iraq