Politics November 4 Former Vice President Dick Cheney dead at 84 Former Vice President Dick Cheney, who served under President George W. Bush during the 9/11 attacks and the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan, has died.
Politics November 4 Bush hails Cheney as 'the one I needed' as vice president George W. Bush honors Dick Cheney's legacy following the former vice president's death, calling him a patriot and decent man in a heartfelt tribute.
Donald Trump October 19 Trump taps Detroit entrepreneur Mark Savaya, who boosted Muslim turnout, as special envoy to Iraq President Donald Trump announced on Sunday that he was naming Detroit-area entrepreneur Mark Savaya, who helped boost Muslim American turnout for his campaign, as special envoy to Iraq.
Iran October 6 Iran expands it ‘shadow empire’ across Middle East as Trump pulls troops from Iraq, Syria Iran has built parallel military infrastructure across Syria and Iraq over decades, creating a shadow empire that security analysts fear will grow stronger as the U.S. withdraws.
Iraq September 28 Iraqi president says nation is ‘100% safe’ amid lingering ISIS, militia concerns President Abdullatif Jamal Rashid dismisses concerns about Iranian proxy influence in Iraq, insisting Baghdad maintains independent decision-making as U.S. troops prepare to leave.
Middle East September 18 US ‘ups the ante,’ designates Iran-backed groups in Iraq terrorist organizations State Department targets Iraqi militias responsible for attacks on U.S. forces in Iraq, Syria and Jordan with new foreign terrorist organization designations.
Pentagon August 25 ‘Bold’ general who led US’ ‘Midnight Hammer’ strikes on Iran ends Middle East reign Gen. Michael "Erik" Kurilla hands over CENTCOM leadership to Adm. Brad Cooper after overseeing Iran strikes and Houthis operations during his tenure as commander.
Opinion June 24 SEN. BERNIE SANDERS: America must not go to war with Iran The United States cannot get involved with Iran. We must learn our lessons from Vietnam and Iraq. Trump's Iran strikes and Netanyahu's influence on American policy must be checked.
Iran June 23 Bush's War on Terror vs Trump's Iran approach: How US Middle East strategy evolved Middle East policy shifted from Bush-era interventions to Trump's approach, with Israel acting against Iran's nuclear program while EU-3 negotiation methods falter.
U.S. Defense & Military Politics June 21 Trump attacks Iran nuclear sites: Are our troops in danger from retaliatory strikes? Iran warns of consequences for U.S. intervention in its conflict as Trump weighs striking nuclear sites, putting American troops at Middle Eastern bases at increased risk.
Iran June 18 In Iran's ‘forever war’ against the US, regime has targeted and killed Americans worldwide Iran's resumé against America since the 1979 revolution includes taking hostages, playing a role in the Beirut embassy bombings, funding Taliban and Iraqi proxies and assassination attempts.
Iraq May 28 Rubio urged to punish Iraq with 'maximum pressure' sanctions for its 'complete subjugation' by Iran GOP lawmakers push for sanctions on Iraq, citing its subjugation by Iran and the need to halt U.S. aid, highlighting past policy failures and security concerns.
Terrorism April 29 ISIS suspect arrested in New Orleans Bourbon Street terror attack that killed 14 Iraq officials have arrested an ISIS member in connection with the Bourbon Street terrorist attack that left 15 people dead on New Year's in New Orleans.
Iraq March 14 Senior Islamic State leader killed in Iraq, Trump says his 'miserable life was terminated' The leader of the Islamic State in Iraq and Syria has been killed, with U.S. President Donald Trump saying he was "relentlessly hunted down by our intrepid warfighters."
Refugees March 10 Former Iraqi refugee living in Texas pleads guilty to conspiring to support ISIS Abdulrahman Mohammed Hafedh Alqaysi, 28, pleaded guilty to creating and developing logos for ISIS’s media wing, known as the Kalachnikov team.
Iran March 10 Trump admin ends waiver allowing Iraq to buy Iranian electricity as part of 'maximum pressure' campaign The Trump administration ended a waiver that allowed the Iraqi government to buy Iranian electricity as part of its "maximum pressure" campaign on the Islamic republic.
Iraq February 28 GOP Rep. Joe Wilson trumpets 'Make Iraq Great Again!' message Republican Rep. Joe Wilson of South Carolina shared the message "Make Iraq Great Again!" The congressman has indicated that Iran controls Iraq.
Iran February 25 World braces for impact of Trump's 'maximum pressure' sanctions targeting Iran A new executive order will claw back sanctions waivers offered under the Biden administration to third parties that do business with Iran, with serious implications for global markets.
Barack Obama February 21 Obama fired top military officers to align Pentagon with his policy vision, now Trump set to do the same President Obama fired top generals and commanders who did not align with his vision over the wars in Afghanistan and Iraq, and now Trump is set to do the same.
Politics February 21 Rep. Cory Mills denies wrongdoing as police investigate alleged 'assault' Florida Congressman Cory Mills is under investigation for an alleged assault in Washington D.C. on Wednesday and his office tells Fox News he denies any wrongdoing.
Iraq February 17 Iraqi activists seek to oust Iranian influence, normalize ties with Israel Iraqi activists launched a campaign called "Iraq Only" to reject interference from Iran-aligned armed militias in their nation. Some of the organizers were kidnapped and tortured.
US Army February 15 Shattering the 'iron' ceiling: New series 'Guerrera' explores vital role of US female troops in combat A new series released on Amazon, YouTube nd Google TV uncovers the little-known details about the team of women who tasked to special forces during the War on Terror and helped change the course of U.S. history.
Media February 9 Democratic senator defends USAID allegedly funding Sesame Street show in Iraq for teaching 'values' Sen. Chris Coons, D-Del., defended reports that U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) helped to fund a $20 million children’s program in Iraq.
Donald Trump February 5 'Sesame Street in Iraq': USAID's 'wasteful and dangerous' spending exposed by senator Sen. Joni Ernst, R-Iowa, published a list of USAID funding projects over the years, including pottery classes in Morocco and a version of "Sesame Street" in Iraq.
Iraq January 28 A weakened Iran has Iraq looking to curb Tehran-backed extremists in country The Iraqi government is looking to gain control of Iranian-aligned armed groups that operate inside of Iraq but outside state control, in yet another sign of Iran's weakened position since October 7.
Terrorism January 6 US, Iraqi forces unleash airstrike on ISIS targets, kill terrorists hiding in cave U.S. and partner forces in the Middle East launched airstrikes against ISIS fighters over the past week, killing some in a cave and capturing a cell leader.
Terrorism January 3 ISIS increasingly unopposed following US withdrawal from Afghanistan, collapse of Syria The Islamic State is seeing less resistance in areas of major security concern following the U.S. withdrawal from Afghanistan, the fall of the Assad regime in Syria and potential troop drawdown in Iraq.
National Guard December 30 National Guard soldier dies days after Christmas in 'non-combat' related incident in Iraq An Indiana National Guard soldier deployed to Iraq in support of Operation Inherent Resolve died Saturday in a non-combat incident, Defense Department officials announced Monday.
Culture December 17 Pope Francis reveals he was nearly assassinated during historic Iraq trip Pope Francis revealed an attempt on his life was foiled during his historic trip to Iraq, according to reports, reflecting on the event in his upcoming memoir.
Foreign Policy December 11 Biden admin extends $10B Iran sanctions waiver 2 days after Trump election win The Biden administration has extended a sanctions waiver that allows Iran to access $10 billion in funds from Iraq – a move Republicans say frees up Iran to fund terrorism.
