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One of the most dangerous ISIS terrorists eliminated in Iraq: details of the special operation

One of the most dangerous ISIS terrorists eliminated in Iraq: details of the special operation

Abdullah Maki Mosleh al-Rifai, known as "Abu Khadija", was eliminated in Iraq during a special operation. He was one of the most dangerous terrorists and the "deputy caliph" of ISIS.

News of the World • March 15, 03:40 AM • 17469 views
British intelligence prevents assassination attempt on Pope Francis in Iraq

British intelligence prevents assassination attempt on Pope Francis in Iraq

During Pope Francis' visit to Iraq in 2021, British intelligence prevented a terrorist attack. Suicide bombers, including a woman with explosives, were planning an attack in Mosul.

News of the World • December 18, 03:41 PM • 18586 views
Pope says he escaped double assassination attempt during visit to Iraq 2021

Pope says he escaped double assassination attempt during visit to Iraq 2021

In his new autobiography, Pope Francis spoke about an attempted terrorist attack against him in Iraq in 2021. British intelligence warned of suicide bombers, who were later neutralized by the Iraqi police.

News of the World • December 18, 12:58 AM • 19189 views
In Georgia's elections: ballot stuffing and smashing of electronic ballot boxes

In Georgia's elections: ballot stuffing and smashing of electronic ballot boxes

In Georgia's parliamentary elections, police are investigating mass ballot stuffing at a polling station in Marneuli. In Baghdat municipality, a voter smashed electronic voting equipment.

News of the World • October 26, 10:38 AM • 21489 views
In anticipation of Israel's revenge: Iran announces suspension of indirect talks with the US

In anticipation of Israel's revenge: Iran announces suspension of indirect talks with the US

Iran suspended indirect talks with the United States in Oman due to tensions with Israel. Iran's Foreign Minister said that the talks will not resume until the current crisis is overcome.

News of the World • October 14, 01:49 PM • 14273 views
US strikes in Iraq, killing four people - media

US strikes in Iraq, killing four people - media

The US carried out an air strike on the base of the Iraqi Popular Mobilization Forces south of Baghdad. As a result, 4 members of the group were killed and 4 others were wounded. This is the first known US strike in Iraq since February.

News of the World • July 31, 09:10 AM • 20521 views
British court allows WikiLeaks founder Assange to appeal extradition to the US

British court allows WikiLeaks founder Assange to appeal extradition to the US

The High Court of London has ruled that WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange will have the opportunity to appeal the decision to extradite him to the United States, where he faces espionage charges related to the publication of classified documents.

News of the World • May 20, 12:02 PM • 21783 views
EU and US express concern over criminalization of same-sex relations in Iraq

EU and US express concern over criminalization of same-sex relations in Iraq

The EU and the US have expressed concern over Iraq's new law criminalizing LGBTQ+ relationships with up to 15 years in prison, criticizing it as a threat to human rights and freedoms.

News of the World • April 29, 09:22 AM • 61231 views
A military base south of Baghdad in Iraq was hit by an air strike

A military base south of Baghdad in Iraq was hit by an air strike

An airstrike on a military base south of Baghdad used by the Iraqi militant group al-Hashd al-Shaabi caused material damage, but no casualties were reported.

War • April 20, 12:07 AM • 40703 views
Iraq intends to launch an oil pipeline to supply Turkey in 10 years

Iraq intends to launch an oil pipeline to supply Turkey in 10 years

Iraq is planning to repair the Kirkuk-Ceyhan oil pipeline to Turkey, which will allow it to export up to 350,000 barrels per day by the end of the month, which could cause tensions with the Kurdish authorities over control of oil revenues.

Economy • April 9, 02:38 AM • 31472 views
British court postpones extradition of WikiLeaks founder Assange to the US

British court postpones extradition of WikiLeaks founder Assange to the US

The High Court in London has decided to postpone the extradition of WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange to the United States until the appeal is completed.

News of the World • March 26, 02:16 PM • 26474 views
US drone strike kills Iraqi group leader behind deadly attack on US base

US drone strike kills Iraqi group leader behind deadly attack on US base

A U. S. drone strike in Baghdad killed the commander of the Iraqi group Kataib Hezbollah, who was responsible for planning and participating in attacks on U.S. troops in the region.

News of the World • February 8, 12:20 PM • 24219 views
Reuters: 40 people killed in US air strikes on targets in Iraq and Syria

Reuters: 40 people killed in US air strikes on targets in Iraq and Syria

According to reports, 40 people were killed in US air strikes on targets in Iraq and Syria.

War • February 4, 02:50 AM • 107483 views
Iraq claims 16 killed in overnight US airstrikes

Iraq claims 16 killed in overnight US airstrikes

16 people are killed and 25 wounded in US airstrikes on pro-Iranian targets in Iraq, according to the Iraqi Prime Minister's office.

News of the World • February 3, 10:32 AM • 30742 views
"We are not afraid of war": Iran warns US it won't let any attack go unanswered

"We are not afraid of war": Iran warns US it won't let any attack go unanswered

Iran warns that it will respond decisively to any US attack and will not tolerate threats in response to the ballistic missile attack on a US base in Jordan that killed three US soldiers.

News of the World • February 1, 08:24 AM • 22066 views
Bloomberg: Attack on US base in Jordan puts Biden in front of the most significant challenge of his presidency

Bloomberg: Attack on US base in Jordan puts Biden in front of the most significant challenge of his presidency

The US said Iranian-backed militants attacked troops stationed in northeastern Jordan near the Syrian border, killing three and wounding 25 others.

News of the World • January 29, 02:28 AM • 28475 views