Iraq – Page 29 – THE OVAL CIRCLE

Trump Dodges Accountability in Iraq, Suggests Region Owes US ‘Billions’

Posted on October 31, 2019October 31, 2019By Editor

As the death toll rises amid continuing mass anti-government demonstrations in Iraq, US President Donald Trump appears to be developing amnesia concerning their hand in the country’s current state of affairs as they co-opt protester claims of not receiving a proper cut of region’s oil revenue. … Read More >Trump Dodges Accountability in Iraq, Suggests Region Owes US ‘Billions’

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Mortar Shells Strike Near US Embassy in Baghdad’s Green Zone, One Security Official Killed

Posted on October 30, 2019October 30, 2019By Editor

An unconfirmed number of rockets were reportedly fired toward the Iraqi capital of Baghdad on Wednesday, and reports are indicating that mortar shells struck the area near the US Embassy in the city’s Green Zone. … Read More >Mortar Shells Strike Near US Embassy in Baghdad’s Green Zone, One Security Official Killed

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Iran’s Khamenei says US & allies behind public turmoil in Iraq, Lebanon after Hariri resignation

Posted on October 30, 2019October 30, 2019By Editor

The supreme leader of Iran, Ali Khamenei, has said the US and its Middle Eastern allies are to blame for the ongoing instability in Iraq and Lebanon. It comes after Lebanese PM Saad Hariri stepped down in response to protests. … Read More >Iran’s Khamenei says US & allies behind public turmoil in Iraq, Lebanon after Hariri resignation

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Iraq declares curfew after scores killed in violent protests

Posted on October 28, 2019October 28, 2019By Editor

The Iraqi government has declared a curfew in the capital Baghdad “until further notice,” as a fresh wave of anti-government demonstrations grips the city. More than 60 people have been killed in recent days. … Read More >Iraq declares curfew after scores killed in violent protests

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

Posted on October 27, 2019October 27, 2019By Editor

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

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‘Taking legal action’: Iraq pleads with UN to kick unauthorized US forces out of country

Posted on October 23, 2019October 23, 2019By Editor

The Iraqi government is seeking international help after US troops withdrawing from Syria entered western Iraq without authorization, with Baghdad now taking legal action against the uninvited presence. … Read More >‘Taking legal action’: Iraq pleads with UN to kick unauthorized US forces out of country

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Transit only: US troops pulled out of Syria & moved to Iraq are now asked OUT of the country

Posted on October 22, 2019October 22, 2019By Editor

US forces that crossed into Iraq after pulling out from Syria can only use its territory for transit and do not have permission to stay, the Iraqi military said on Tuesday. … Read More >Transit only: US troops pulled out of Syria & moved to Iraq are now asked OUT of the country

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US troops rerouted to Iraq & the world protests

Posted on October 22, 2019October 22, 2019By Editor

US troops have left Syria for Iraq, but when will they come home? RT correspondent Faran Fronczak brings us the latest on Julian Assange’s court appearance. Then, Lee Camp and Nick Brana discuss the civil unrest around the world. And what’s an eRosary? … Read More >US troops rerouted to Iraq & the world protests

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

Posted on October 21, 2019October 21, 2019By Editor

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

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

Posted on October 20, 2019October 20, 2019By Editor

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

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