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What Is Iraq's Green Zone? Why Protests Broke Out in Baghdad
The latest outbreak of violence in the Green Zone could mean more political instability for Iraq.
Baghdad Protests: What We Know About U.S. Embassy Staff, Curfews
"Reports of unrest throughout Iraq today are disturbing as Iraqi institutions are not being allowed to operate," the U.S. Embassy in Iraq said.
Iran President Demands Trump Be 'Prosecuted, Killed' Over 2020 Drone Strike
"If not, I'm telling all American leaders, don't doubt that the hand of revenge will come out of the sleeves of ummah," said Iran President Ebrahim Raisi.
Iraq Sees Record-Low Election Turnout, Signaling Government Distrust
Security forces combatted the 2019 protests with live ammunition and tear gas, killing more than 600 people and injuring thousands more within a few months.
Over a Dozen Injured, 1 Killed by Iraqi Security Following Baghdad Protests
Hundreds of Iraqis took to the streets of the capital city to protest a rise in targeted killings of prominent activists and journalists.
Iraq Hospital Involved in Deadly Fire Had Blocked Emergency Exits
The fire Saturday at the Ibn al-Khatib hospital's coronavirus ward in Baghdad burned for hours and resulted in 82 dead and 112 injured. One doctor, Sabah Samer, said he heard at least 20 explosions.
ISIS Responsible For Thursday Baghdad Suicide Bombings That Killed 32
The U.S. Embassy called the attack on a Baghdad market that killed more than 30 people "reprehensible."
'Trump Has Pardoned a Child Murderer' Says Lawyer for Iraq Massacre Victims
Paul Dickinson, who represented the family of nine-year-old Ali Kinani killed in the 2007 massacre, is outraged at the president's pardons of the veterans involved.
U.S., Awaiting Response to Scientist Killing, Withdraws Baghdad Staff
Iran has blamed Israel for last week's killing of its top nuclear scientist, and vowed revenge against those responsible.
Security Forces, Protesters Clash in Iraq Amid Virus Spike, Rocket Attack
Videos and images from the scene showed security forces using what appeared to be tear gas and water cannon to disperse demonstrators.
U.S. Embassy in Baghdad Green Zone Hit by Three Rockets, Injuries Reported
The rockets reportedly hit the embassy cafeteria and caused minor injuries to at least one person.
Rocket Attack on Iraq Air Base Wounds 4 Iraqi Servicemen
At least six rockets were fired in the Sunday attack that wounded at least four Iraqi troops.
U.S. Troops Unlikely to Be Forced Out of Iraq, Analysts Say
Iraq's caretaker prime minister called a special session of parliament to discuss the recent U.S. strike that left a prominent Iraqi military commander dead.
Trump Reaction to Iraq Attacks Shows His 'Bipolar' Policy: Fox News Guest
The president campaigned on a vow to bring American troops home, but his standoff with Iran has seen thousands more soldiers deployed to the Middle East.
Donald Trump Jr. Praises Father's Handling of Baghdad U.S. Embassy Attack
"Yesterday's action vs the disgraceful response at Benghazi is all you need to know about leadership then & now!" the president's eldest son said.
Tulsi Gabbard Blames Trump for Baghdad U.S. Embassy Attack
In a series of tweets posted Tuesday afternoon, Rep. Tulsi Gabbard has declared that President Trump's "impulsive" foreign policy lies behind the attack on America's Baghdad embassy.
Protesters Chanting 'Death to America' Storm U.S. Embassy in Baghdad
A State Department spokesperson said U.S. Ambassador to Iraq Matt Tueller had been on "previously scheduled travel for a week" and claimed reports of his evacuation were false.
Detroit Man Dies After Being Deported To Country He Had 'Never Been' To
"His death could have and should have been prevented, as his deportation was essentially a death sentence," said Democratic Michigan Rep. Andy Levin.
White House Asked Pentagon for Options to Attack Iran
"It definitely rattled people," a former senior U.S. administration official told The Wall Street Journal. "People were shocked. It was mind-boggling how cavalier they were about hitting Iran."
Instagram Sensation and Model Shot Dead in Iraq
Tara Fares, 22, was killed in Baghdad. An investigation has been opened into the shooting.
Election Official, Police Arrested For Ballot Box Fire
The fire damaged a warehouse complex holding half of Baghdad's votes from last month's disputed Iraqi parliamentary election.
Iraqi Candidate Who Threw Shoes at Bush Wants U.S. Out
Iraqi journalist Muntazer al-Zaidi, famous for throwing shoes at former President George W. Bush, spoke to Newsweek about the "big ideas" he has for his country.
Iraq Kills Top ISIS Official on Anniversary of U.S. Win
Fifteen years after the fall of Baghdad, Iraq has reportedly killed one of ISIS chief Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi's top men.
After ISIS, Two Iraqs Emerge in Iran's Shadow
After three years of fighting ISIS, Iraq emerged divided, with a political class dominated by Iranian interests and a countryside awash with militias.
End of an Era as Masoud Barzani Stands Down
Barzani has been synonymous with the Kurdish struggle for more than 40 years.
U.S. Commander: ISIS Leader Baghdadi Likely Still Alive
Russia and the U.S. continue to trade claims about the most wanted militant in the world.
Baghdad, Kurds Angered by Lebanon's ISIS Deal
Iraqi Prime Minister Haider al-Abadi called the agreement an "insult" to the Iraqi people.
Kurds: 'No Turning Back' On Vote, U.S. Calls For Delay
Kurdish officials say the political ramifications of suspending the landmark vote are too big to reverse course.
Footage of German Girl Who Joined ISIS in Iraq Released
German authorities say they are providing assistance to the 16-year-old.
U.S. Trained Unit That 'Committed War Crimes' in Mosul
Human Rights Watch said an Iraqi unit trained by American forces summarily executed prisoners in western Mosul.