IRAQ

Iraq has been rocked by months of protests, with official corruption topping the list of grievances

As Iraqis Rally Against Corruption, Ministries Up 'For Sale'

As Iraqis rally against corruption, ministries up 'for sale'

Three New Coronavirus Cases In Iran After Two Deaths

An Iranian street vendor sells protective masks in the capital Tehran

Three new coronavirus cases in Iran after two deaths

Trump 'Offered Pardon' To Assange If He Denied Russia Leak, Court Hears

The revelation came at a case management hearing at Westminster Magistrates' Court before Monday's formal start of Washington's extradition request for him to face espionage charges

Trump 'offered pardon' to Assange if he denied Russia leak, court hears

The Huthis said they took down the Tornado aircraft on Friday over the volatile northern province of Al-Jawf

Saudi Jet 'Downing' In Yemen Stirs Alarm Over Huthi Weaponry

Saudi jet 'downing' in Yemen stirs alarm over Huthi weaponry

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The Damascus airport area has been repeatedly hit by Israeli strikes targeting Iran's military presence in Syria and suspected deliveries of advanced weapons to Israel's foes

Israeli Attack On Damascus Kills 7 Fighters: Monitor

Israeli attack on Damascus kills 7 fighters: monitor

Graphic charting children affected by deadly conflict, according to a new report released by Save the Children.

World Standing By As Children Harmed By Conflict: Charity

World standing by as children harmed by conflict: charity

An Iranian craftsman works at a workshop in the southern Tehran district of Molavi

Iranians Feel Strain Of Turmoil And Sanctions

Iranians feel strain of turmoil and sanctions

A rocket slammed into an Iraqi base where American troops are stationed in the remote province of Kirkuk, Iraq's military and a US security source said' US Secretary of Defense Mark Esper attends a NATO defence ministers' meeting in Brussels on February 1

Rocket Hits Iraq Base Hosting US Troops: Military

Rocket hits Iraq base hosting US troops: military

Senator Tim Kaine, seen here in January 2020, has moved to restrain President Donald Trump from war with Iran

US Senate Votes To Restrain Trump On Iran

US Senate votes to restrain Trump on Iran

The new sanctions come three weeks after the US killing of the Quds Force commander Qasem Soleimani in a missile strike that Washington claimed was preemptive

US - Iran Conflict: Senate Votes To Limit President's Ability To Order Military Action

The resolution requires a president to seek congressional approval before military action can be taken against Iran.

5G mobile networks have become a national security concern as the US has alleged that equipment made by Huawei can allow the Chinese government to spy on voice and data traffic

France Won't Bar But May Restrict Huawei In 5G Network

France won't bar but may restrict Huawei in 5G network

The NATO mission is seen as more palatable to Iraqi authorities owing to its non-combat role and the fact it is not US-led

NATO Agrees To Expand Iraq Training Mission

NATO agrees to expand Iraq training mission

A snowball fight amid the palm trees -- young boys enjoy only the second snowfall in a century to carpet Baghdad and central Iraq

Ultra-rare Snowfall Carpets Baghdad

Ultra-rare snowfall carpets Baghdad

A handout picture released by Iran's defense ministry shows the Zafar rocket, which is Persian for "Victory," ahead of launch at the Imam Khomeini Spaceport in Semnan province

US Accuses Iran Of Building Missiles Through Satellite Bid

US accuses Iran of building missiles through satellite bid

More than 8,000 people last seen in the custody of the Islamic State group remain unaccounted for in Syria despite the exhumation of mass graves, like this one near the jihadists' former stronghold of Raqa

HRW Urges Probes Into Fate Of Missing IS Captives

HRW urges probes into fate of missing IS captives

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Pentagon: Iran Missile Strike Leaves 109 US Troops With Brain Injuries

According to Pentagon officials, the number is only set to rise.

Iran's President Hassan Rouhani says his government "is working daily to prevent military confrontation or war" with the United States

Iran News: Iranian President Rouhani Defends Tehran's Missile Capabilities After Reveal Of New Weapon

Rouhani hopes to reassure other countries in the Middle East region that the missile program is for defensive purposes.

Francis has often spoken up for migrants and has called on the European Union to be more welcoming of those fleeing chaos in their home countriesÂ

Pope To Visit Malta In May

Pope to visit Malta in May

Humans In the Loop has trained a number of refugees to do work created by the growth of artificial intelligenceAn innovative Bulgarian companym, Humans In The Loop (HITL), is using new forms of work created by the growth of artificial intelligence to t

Digital Lifeline For Refugees In Bulgaria -- And Beyond

Digital lifeline for refugees in Bulgaria -- and beyond

National Security Council Ukraine expert Lieutenant Colonel Alexander Vindman and foreign service officer Jennifer Williams, an advisor to Vice President Mike Pence, provided testimony to the House of Representatives impeachment inquiry

Trump Impeachment: Who Is Alexander Vindman? Colonel Who Testified At Inquiry Dismissed From White House

The Purple Heart recipient and Iraq war veteran was dismissed from his post on the National Security Council. His attorney labeled it "revenge" for Vindman's impeachment testimony.

A demonstrator in Baghdad's Tahrir Square appeals for protection after a night of violence blamed on supporters of populist cleric Moqtada Sadr

Top Iraq Cleric Condemns Deadly Attacks On Protesters

Top Iraq cleric condemns deadly attacks on protesters

Iraq's security forces have used live ammunition, tear gas, smoke bombs and even machine gun fire to try to disperse rallies in the capital and Shiite-majority south

Nearly 550 Killed In Iraq Protest Violence: Commission

Nearly 550 killed in Iraq protest violence: commission

Iraqi students also protested in the southern city of Basra on Thursday, the day after a night of violence blamed on supporters of Sadr

In Iraq, Protesters In Last Stand Against A Former Ally

In Iraq, protesters in last stand against a former ally

Russia wants more time before any decision on output cuts

Russia Rejects Oil Output Cuts Proposed By OPEC: Reports

Russia rejects oil output cuts proposed by OPEC: reports

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Ex-Police Officer Convicted For Shooting Man Dead Following Argument At Bar

The Los Angeles County District Attorney’s office stated that Solis was awaiting sentencing on March 11.

Iraqi followers of influential cleric Moqtada Sadr (with batons) clash with protesters as they raid an anti-government protest camp in the central holy city of Najaf on Wednesday

Seven Killed As Rival Protesters Clash In Iraq's Najaf

Seven killed as rival protesters clash in Iraq's Najaf

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