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Secretary of Defense March 7, 2023

Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin makes unannounced visit to Iraq

Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin made an unannounced trip to Iraq on Tuesday to show a U.S. commitment to maintaining its military presence in the region.

Iraq March 6, 2023

Iraqi alcohol ban targets Christians and minorities, lawmakers argue

Christian and minority lawmakers in Iraq are pushing back on a 2016 alcohol ban that has officially gone into effect, arguing it discriminates against non-Muslims communities.

Congress February 28, 2023

Congress poised to end decades-old Iraq war authorizations

Congress is making another push to end the Iraq war military authorizations, which bipartisan presidents have used for decades to justify military action across the globe.

Iran February 28, 2023

Iran reissues threat to 'kill Trump, Pompeo' for Soleimani death when announcing long-range cruise missile

Iran has renewed threats to target former President Donald Trump and his former Secretary of State Mike Pompeo for the 2020 killing of Qasem Soleimani.

Iraq February 27, 2023

Hundreds protest in Baghdad to denounce a proposed law that would increase Iraq’s electoral district size

People in Baghdad protested a law proposal aimed at increasing the size of Iraq’s electoral districts, which could possibly undermine independent candidates.

UFOs February 18, 2023

‘Mosul Orb’: US silent on UFO filmed by military over Iraq

A UAP was recorded by the military in Mosul, Iraq in 2016, but the Department of Defense told Fox News Digital it "won't discuss intelligence matters."

Iraq February 16, 2023

3 Iraqi soldiers killed during raid on suspected IS cell

Three Iraqi soldiers have been killed in clashes with suspected Islamic State militants. The IS group member detonated an explosive vest during a raid on a suspected IS cell.

Middle East February 1, 2023

Iranian-backed militia launches rockets at Turkish base in northern Iraq

At least eight rockets targeted a Turkish base located in northern Iraq. The attack, which was claimed by an Iranian-backed militia, did not cause any injury or damage to the base.

Iraq January 25, 2023

Iraqi protestors rally near the country's central bank regarding the recent devaluation of the dinar

The Iraqi dinar has been losing value in comparison to the U.S. dollar. The devaluation of the currency has led to protests outside of the central bank in Iraq.

Iraq January 15, 2023

Iraqi prime minister defends US troop presence, says it's necessary for fighting ISIS

Iraqi Prime Minister Mohammed al-Sudani says keeping a contingent of US and NATO troops in the country is necessary to combat ISIS forces.

ISIS January 9, 2023

Alabama woman who joined ISIS hoping to be allowed back in the US

An Alabama woman who fled home to join ISIS in 2014 is hoping to return to the U.S., saying she regrets he actions and vowing to be an advocate against extremism.