Iraq

Country Iraq
Capital Baghdad
Continent Asia
Currency Iraqi dinar (IQD)
Languages Arabic & Kurdish

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Formerly part of the Ottoman Empire, Iraq was occupied by Britain during the course of World War I; in 1920, it was declared a League of Nations mandate under UK administration. In stages over the next dozen years, Iraq attained its independence as a kingdom in 1932. A "republic" was proclaimed in 1958, but in actuality a series of strongmen ruled the country until 2003. The last was SADDAM Husayn. Territorial disputes with Iran led to an inconclusive and costly eight-year war (1980-88). In August 1990, Iraq seized Kuwait but was expelled by US-led, UN coalition forces during the Gulf War of January-February 1991. Following Kuwait's liberation, the UN Security Council (UNSC) required Iraq to scrap all weapons of mass destruction and long-range missiles and to allow UN verification inspections. Continued Iraqi noncompliance with UNSC resolutions over a period of 12 years led to the US-led invasion of Iraq in March 2003 and the ouster of the SADDAM Husayn regime. US forces remained in Iraq under a UNSC mandate through 2009 and under a bilateral security agreement thereafter, helping to provide security and to train and mentor Iraqi security forces. In October 2005, Iraqis approved a constitution in a national referendum and, pursuant to this document, elected a 275-member Council of Representatives (CoR) in December 2005. After the election, Ibrahim al-JAAFARI was selected as prime minister; he was replaced by Nuri al-MALIKI in May 2006. The CoR approved most cabinet ministers in May 2006, marking the transition to Iraq's first constitutional government in nearly a half century. On 31 January 2009, Iraq held elections for provincial councils in all provinces except for the three provinces comprising the Kurdistan Regional Government and at-Ta'mim (Kirkuk) province.

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Three injured in Iraq when an axe-wielding man attacks an Assyrian Christian new year parade - Arab NewsThree injured in Iraq when an axe-wielding man attacks an Assyrian Christian new year parade  Arab News

She Devoted Her Life to Serving the U.S. Then DOGE Targeted Her. - The New York TimesShe Devoted Her Life to Serving the U.S. Then DOGE Targeted Her.  The New York Times

Two of Jalandhar rescued from Iraq, return home after 14-days struggle - The TribuneTwo of Jalandhar rescued from Iraq, return home after 14-days struggle  The Tribune

Can Iraq's Gas Projects Survive Trump's Iran Crackdown - Crude Oil Prices Today | OilPrice.comCan Iraq's Gas Projects Survive Trump's Iran Crackdown  Crude Oil Prices Today | OilPrice.com

Flowers, prayers, bonhomie: From Bangkok to Iraq, gloom takes backseat with Eid celebrations - Telegraph IndiaFlowers, prayers, bonhomie: From Bangkok to Iraq, gloom takes backseat with Eid celebrations  Telegraph India

5 year old boy from Iraq undergoes world's first of its kind bone marrow transplantation in India - Times of India5 year old boy from Iraq undergoes world's first of its kind bone marrow transplantation in India  Times of India

UN-Habitat and the Government of Japan Expand Efforts to Support Returnees in Northern Iraq [EN/AR] - ReliefWebUN-Habitat and the Government of Japan Expand Efforts to Support Returnees in Northern Iraq [EN/AR]  ReliefWeb

Iran Joins Russia, Mexico, Venezuela, Ukraine, North Korea, Belarus, Myanmar, and Iraq as US Issues New Do Not Travel Alert: What You Need to Know - Travel And Tour WorldIran Joins Russia, Mexico, Venezuela, Ukraine, North Korea, Belarus, Myanmar, and Iraq as US Issues New Do Not Travel Alert: What You Need to Know  Travel And Tour World

People buy sweets ahead of Eid al-Fitr in Baghdad, Iraq - XinhuaPeople buy sweets ahead of Eid al-Fitr in Baghdad, Iraq  Xinhua

Iran determined to implement all its agreements with Iraq: President Pezeshkian - PressTVIran determined to implement all its agreements with Iraq: President Pezeshkian  PressTV

Three injured in Iraq after axe-wielding man attacks Assyrian Christian new year parade - theweek.inThree injured in Iraq after axe-wielding man attacks Assyrian Christian new year parade  theweek.in

Iraq to limit Houthi activity in country following 'US pressure' - The New ArabIraq to limit Houthi activity in country following 'US pressure'  The New Arab

Activation of TIR system in Iraq to boost connectivity and trade across Central Asia, Middle East and Europe - UNECEActivation of TIR system in Iraq to boost connectivity and trade across Central Asia, Middle East and Europe  UNECE

Iraq seeks more compensation from Turkey, 'blocks' reopening of Kurds' oil pipeline - AL-MonitorIraq seeks more compensation from Turkey, 'blocks' reopening of Kurds' oil pipeline  AL-Monitor

Chinese contractor signs new deal to manage Iraq’s West Qurna 1 oilfield - Upstream OnlineChinese contractor signs new deal to manage Iraq’s West Qurna 1 oilfield  Upstream Online

Iraq joins TIR transit system - Heavy Lift & Project Forwarding InternationalIraq joins TIR transit system  Heavy Lift & Project Forwarding International

Iraq Officially Announces Sunday as First Day of Eid Al Fitr - Morocco World NewsIraq Officially Announces Sunday as First Day of Eid Al Fitr  Morocco World News

Iraq’s PM, Syria’s president stress ‘new chapter’ in countries’ relationship - Arab NewsIraq’s PM, Syria’s president stress ‘new chapter’ in countries’ relationship  Arab News

Iraq and Syrian leaders discuss future cooperation - analysis - The Jerusalem PostIraq and Syrian leaders discuss future cooperation - analysis  The Jerusalem Post

India to play Thailand, Mongolia, Timor Leste, Iraq in AFC Women's Asian Cup Qualifiers - The HinduIndia to play Thailand, Mongolia, Timor Leste, Iraq in AFC Women's Asian Cup Qualifiers  The Hindu

Iraq's Security Service foils attack targeting Eid celebrations in Tikrit - Shafaq News - ??? ????Iraq's Security Service foils attack targeting Eid celebrations in Tikrit - Shafaq News  ??? ????

Iraq Should Consider Extending UNAMI’s Mission - Wilson CenterIraq Should Consider Extending UNAMI’s Mission  Wilson Center

India to play Thailand, Mongolia, Timor Leste, Iraq in AFC Women’s Asian Cup qualifiers - DD NewsIndia to play Thailand, Mongolia, Timor Leste, Iraq in AFC Women’s Asian Cup qualifiers  DD News

TIR goes live in Iraq in breakthrough for Middle East trade and development - IRU | World Road Transport OrganisationTIR goes live in Iraq in breakthrough for Middle East trade and development  IRU | World Road Transport Organisation

Iraq's risky goodbye: UNAMI exit amid Iran-Israel threat - Shafaq News - ??? ????Iraq's risky goodbye: UNAMI exit amid Iran-Israel threat - Shafaq News  ??? ????

Iraq agrees to supply Lebanon with fuel for six months - The New ArabIraq agrees to supply Lebanon with fuel for six months  The New Arab

Pro-Iran militias parade for ‘Quds Day’ in Iraq - The Long War JournalPro-Iran militias parade for ‘Quds Day’ in Iraq  The Long War Journal

Iraq says ‘dangerous’ ISIL leader Abu Khadija killed - Al JazeeraIraq says ‘dangerous’ ISIL leader Abu Khadija killed  Al Jazeera

India’s women’s football team to face Thailand, Mongolia, Iraq and Timor Leste in AFC Asian Cup 2026 Qual - Times of IndiaIndia’s women’s football team to face Thailand, Mongolia, Iraq and Timor Leste in AFC Asian Cup 2026 Qual  Times of India

BP, Iraq Finalize Deal on Oil Development in Kurds-Claimed Province - RigzoneBP, Iraq Finalize Deal on Oil Development in Kurds-Claimed Province  Rigzone

BP Secures Final Ratification for Major Oil Field Redevelopment in Kirkuk, Iraq - ChemAnalystBP Secures Final Ratification for Major Oil Field Redevelopment in Kirkuk, Iraq  ChemAnalyst

Iraq agrees to supply Lebanon with fuel for six months - ReutersIraq agrees to supply Lebanon with fuel for six months  Reuters

Calls mount for Iraq PM to sack coach Casas, FA president Dirjal - The New ArabCalls mount for Iraq PM to sack coach Casas, FA president Dirjal  The New Arab

Iran determined to implement all agreements with Iraq: President - IRNA EnglishIran determined to implement all agreements with Iraq: President  IRNA English

Talks on restarting Iraqi Kurdish oil exports hit snag, two sources say - ReutersTalks on restarting Iraqi Kurdish oil exports hit snag, two sources say  Reuters

Offensive Iraq-Palestine World Cup qualifier video ‘fabricated,’ says Jordan Football Association - Arab NewsOffensive Iraq-Palestine World Cup qualifier video ‘fabricated,’ says Jordan Football Association  Arab News

Palestine keep hopes of first World Cup alive with dramatic Iraq turnaround - Al JazeeraPalestine keep hopes of first World Cup alive with dramatic Iraq turnaround  Al Jazeera

Iran Could Lose Iraq - The Washington InstituteIran Could Lose Iraq  The Washington Institute

Iraq plans to raise oil production capacity above 6 million bpd by 2029 - ReutersIraq plans to raise oil production capacity above 6 million bpd by 2029  Reuters

Iran: Unity with Iraq "key" to counter regional threats - Shafaq News - ??? ????Iran: Unity with Iraq "key" to counter regional threats - Shafaq News  ??? ????

2 Punjab men rescued from Iraq after being duped by travel agents - The Tribune2 Punjab men rescued from Iraq after being duped by travel agents  The Tribune

Türkiye’s Development Road Project advances toward Iraq and Syria - Türkiye TodayTürkiye’s Development Road Project advances toward Iraq and Syria  Türkiye Today

Next phase of Jordan-Iraq power link due by late July - Arabian Gulf Business Insight | AGBINext phase of Jordan-Iraq power link due by late July  Arabian Gulf Business Insight | AGBI

Iraq Targets Africa After U.S. Ends Waivers on Iranian Energy - energynews.proIraq Targets Africa After U.S. Ends Waivers on Iranian Energy  energynews.pro

Sultanpur Lodhi: 2 Punjabi men stuck in Iraq rescued, returns home after 14 days - Babushahi.comSultanpur Lodhi: 2 Punjabi men stuck in Iraq rescued, returns home after 14 days  Babushahi.com

The ghosts of the Iraq War still haunt me, and our foreign policy - Responsible StatecraftThe ghosts of the Iraq War still haunt me, and our foreign policy  Responsible Statecraft

Al-Khanjar on Al-Sudani – Al-Sharaa phone call: Significant gesture - Shafaq News - ??? ????Al-Khanjar on Al-Sudani – Al-Sharaa phone call: Significant gesture - Shafaq News  ??? ????

ICRC: water, life and the fight against climate impacts in Iraq - Red Cross Red Crescent Climate CentreICRC: water, life and the fight against climate impacts in Iraq  Red Cross Red Crescent Climate Centre

"Curbing abuse": Iraq drafts new election law - Shafaq News - ??? ????"Curbing abuse": Iraq drafts new election law - Shafaq News  ??? ????

The death of my friend inspired me to follow my standup dreams - The GuardianThe death of my friend inspired me to follow my standup dreams  The Guardian

A race against time: Restoring Iraq's lost history - Shafaq News - ??? ????A race against time: Restoring Iraq's lost history - Shafaq News  ??? ????

Iran Could Lose Iraq: The Axis of Resistance Is Primed to Take Another Hit - Foreign AffairsIran Could Lose Iraq: The Axis of Resistance Is Primed to Take Another Hit  Foreign Affairs

BP receives final green light from Iraqi government for Kirkuk project - ReutersBP receives final green light from Iraqi government for Kirkuk project  Reuters

Iraq Faces Gas Shortage While Seeking New Oil Export Markets - Crude Oil Prices Today | OilPrice.comIraq Faces Gas Shortage While Seeking New Oil Export Markets  Crude Oil Prices Today | OilPrice.com

Iraq Annual Country Report 2024 - Country Strategic Plan 2020 - 2025 - ReliefWebIraq Annual Country Report 2024 - Country Strategic Plan 2020 - 2025  ReliefWeb

Crafting Warfare: Inside the intense, star-studded film about an Iraq War battle and the Navy SEALs who lived it - Entertainment WeeklyCrafting Warfare: Inside the intense, star-studded film about an Iraq War battle and the Navy SEALs who lived it  Entertainment Weekly

Hakim ccalls for Iraq's exemption from sanctions on Iranian gas and electricity imports - Tehran TimesHakim ccalls for Iraq's exemption from sanctions on Iranian gas and electricity imports  Tehran Times

Storks return to Iraq on seasonal migration route - Shafaq News - ??? ????Storks return to Iraq on seasonal migration route - Shafaq News  ??? ????

One Photo From Abu Ghraib Lost the Iraq War. Kristi Noem Continues the Tradition - Rolling StoneOne Photo From Abu Ghraib Lost the Iraq War. Kristi Noem Continues the Tradition  Rolling Stone

Iraq's ambitious tourism plans: Impossible dream come true? - DWIraq's ambitious tourism plans: Impossible dream come true?  DW

Saudi Arabia, Russia, Iraq, the United Arab Emirates, Kuwait, Kazakhstan, Algeria, and Oman reaffirm commitment to market stability on healthier oil market outlook - OPEC.orgSaudi Arabia, Russia, Iraq, the United Arab Emirates, Kuwait, Kazakhstan, Algeria, and Oman reaffirm commitment to market stability on healthier oil market outlook  OPEC.org

Iraq’s Climate Crisis is a Human Rights Crisis - Human Rights WatchIraq’s Climate Crisis is a Human Rights Crisis  Human Rights Watch

ISHM: March 20 – 27, 2025 - ReliefWebISHM: March 20 – 27, 2025  ReliefWeb

Iraq says Iran used forged Iraqi documents on oil tankers, Tehran denies - ReutersIraq says Iran used forged Iraqi documents on oil tankers, Tehran denies  Reuters

Iraq: Using vertical farming to cut down on chemical usage - Vertical Farm DailyIraq: Using vertical farming to cut down on chemical usage  Vertical Farm Daily

PM: Iraq rejects the threats facing the Islamic Republic of Iran - ina.iqPM: Iraq rejects the threats facing the Islamic Republic of Iran  ina.iq

How Iraq’s Islamic State captives became a lucrative ransom trade - Middle East EyeHow Iraq’s Islamic State captives became a lucrative ransom trade  Middle East Eye

US ends sanctions waiver for Iraq to buy electricity from Iran - Al JazeeraUS ends sanctions waiver for Iraq to buy electricity from Iran  Al Jazeera

Iraq - General DebateIraq  General Debate

Iraq leads refined product imports in March - Shafaq News - ??? ????Iraq leads refined product imports in March - Shafaq News  ??? ????

India Drawn in Group B for AFC Women’s Asian Cup 2026 Qualifiers, Set to Face Thailand, Mongolia, Iraq - Telangana TodayIndia Drawn in Group B for AFC Women’s Asian Cup 2026 Qualifiers, Set to Face Thailand, Mongolia, Iraq  Telangana Today

Iraq imposes electronic visa requirements on 37 countries - VisasNewsIraq imposes electronic visa requirements on 37 countries  VisasNews

Iraq Hands BP Final Approval for Kirkuk Oil Development - Crude Oil Prices Today | OilPrice.comIraq Hands BP Final Approval for Kirkuk Oil Development  Crude Oil Prices Today | OilPrice.com

bp Iraq contract ratified - Oil Review Middle Eastbp Iraq contract ratified  Oil Review Middle East

US strike in Iraq eliminates top Islamic State leader - The Long War JournalUS strike in Iraq eliminates top Islamic State leader  The Long War Journal

Head of the Islamic State in Iraq and Syria has been killed, Iraqi prime minister says - AP NewsHead of the Islamic State in Iraq and Syria has been killed, Iraqi prime minister says  AP News

'Warfare' is a beautiful depiction of an ugly war - Task & Purpose'Warfare' is a beautiful depiction of an ugly war  Task & Purpose

Iran, Lebanon, Iraq, Yemen kick off joint naval drills in support of Gaza - PressTVIran, Lebanon, Iraq, Yemen kick off joint naval drills in support of Gaza  PressTV

Iraq Is Building a $17 Billion Trade Corridor to Bypass the Suez Canal - WSJIraq Is Building a $17 Billion Trade Corridor to Bypass the Suez Canal  WSJ

Iraq agrees to supply Lebanon with fuel for 6 months - Anadolu AjansiIraq agrees to supply Lebanon with fuel for 6 months  Anadolu Ajansi

Islamic State leader killed in ‘precision’ Iraq-US strike - politico.euIslamic State leader killed in ‘precision’ Iraq-US strike  politico.eu

Iran's MOIS-Linked APT34 Spies on Allies Iraq & Yemen - Dark ReadingIran's MOIS-Linked APT34 Spies on Allies Iraq & Yemen  Dark Reading

China in Iraq - ClingendaelChina in Iraq  Clingendael

bp and Iraq finalize contract for Kirkuk oil field redevelopment - World Oilbp and Iraq finalize contract for Kirkuk oil field redevelopment  World Oil

India drawn with Thailand, Mongolia, Timor Leste, and Iraq in AFC Women’s Asian Cup qualifiers - Pune Times MirrorIndia drawn with Thailand, Mongolia, Timor Leste, and Iraq in AFC Women’s Asian Cup qualifiers  Pune Times Mirror

Iran committed to implementing agreements with Iraq - ???????Iran committed to implementing agreements with Iraq  ???????

India sends humanitarian aid to Kurdistan region of Iraq, including medical supplies - ET HealthWorldIndia sends humanitarian aid to Kurdistan region of Iraq, including medical supplies  ET HealthWorld

Phone call between President Al-Sharaa and al -Sudani: Syria and Iraq maintain strong bilateral relations - ??????? ??????? ??????? ???????Phone call between President Al-Sharaa and al -Sudani: Syria and Iraq maintain strong bilateral relations  ??????? ??????? ??????? ???????

United Nations in Iraq Statement on International Women’s Day 2025 [EN/AR/KU] - ReliefWebUnited Nations in Iraq Statement on International Women’s Day 2025 [EN/AR/KU]  ReliefWeb

Ayatollah al-Sistani declares Monday as Eid al-Fitr - Shafaq News - ??? ????Ayatollah al-Sistani declares Monday as Eid al-Fitr - Shafaq News  ??? ????

Islamic State leader in Iraq and Syria killed, US says - BBCIslamic State leader in Iraq and Syria killed, US says  BBC

‘Warfare’ review: Alex Garland co-directs tense Iraq combat drama - Screen Daily‘Warfare’ review: Alex Garland co-directs tense Iraq combat drama  Screen Daily

Iraq authorities ‘working to find academic kidnapped in Baghdad’ - Arab NewsIraq authorities ‘working to find academic kidnapped in Baghdad’  Arab News

Iraq: Drought slashes seasonal harvest, water and food supply - nrc.noIraq: Drought slashes seasonal harvest, water and food supply  nrc.no

Tehran open to nuclear talks but not on missiles or Shi'ite groups | Iran International - ????? ??????????Tehran open to nuclear talks but not on missiles or Shi'ite groups | Iran International  ????? ??????????

Iraq to produce 34,000 MW through major deals with GE, Siemens - Iraqi NewsIraq to produce 34,000 MW through major deals with GE, Siemens  Iraqi News

Iraq enforces strict security measures for safe Eid celebrations - Shafaq News - ??? ????Iraq enforces strict security measures for safe Eid celebrations - Shafaq News  ??? ????

Iraq seizes more than one tonne of captagon pills shipped from Syria - ReutersIraq seizes more than one tonne of captagon pills shipped from Syria  Reuters

BP Gets Final Approval for Iraq's Kirkuk Oil Redevelopment - TradingViewBP Gets Final Approval for Iraq's Kirkuk Oil Redevelopment  TradingView

Hammurabi Commercial Bank in Iraq signs for ICS Banks - FinTech FuturesHammurabi Commercial Bank in Iraq signs for ICS Banks  FinTech Futures