Israel attacked military targets and a factory in Iran in response to missile strikes. Tehran threatens to block the sea route and launches new missiles.
Patriarch Louis Raphael I Sako has officially headed the Chaldean Catholic Church in Baghdad. He replaced Emmanuel III Delly amidst a mass exodus of Christians from Iraq.
Pro-Iranian groups carried out a series of drone attacks on the first day of the truce. Diplomatic personnel are safe, the State Department demands an investigation.
A two-week ceasefire helped airline stocks rise, but fuel shortages will last for months. The cost of flights will remain high.
The journalist was released after a week in captivity in exchange for imprisoned members of the Kataib Hezbollah group. The journalist must now immediately leave Iraqi territory.
The drone attack on March 3 caused significantly more damage than reported. Three floors of the building were destroyed.
The Iraqi Ministry of Interior is searching for the kidnappers of a foreign media worker after pursuing their car. Security forces detained one suspect and seized the vehicle.
The diplomatic mission was attacked with rockets and five UAVs. Air defense shot down some of the targets, but one drone hit the territory, causing a fire and smoke.
Militants attacked hangars at the American base in Baghdad with drones. Trump ignores Ukraine's proposals for providing drone defense systems.
Two drones attacked the American embassy in Iraq, smoke and fire were recorded near the building. Information on the extent of damage and casualties is currently being clarified.
Near the Strait of Hormuz, three vessels were hit by unknown projectiles. Israel and Iran exchanged massive strikes, affecting residential areas of Tehran.
An explosion occurred near the consular section of the US Embassy in Norway, with no casualties reported. Police are investigating the incident amid escalating conflict with Iran.
US C-RAM air defense system shot down a Katyusha rocket near the embassy in Iraq, no casualties reported. The Prime Minister ordered to find those responsible among illegal armed groups.
A complete power outage has occurred in all provinces of Iraq. The causes of the large-scale failure have not been officially named.
In Baghdad, hundreds of demonstrators took to the streets after reports of the death of Iran's Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei. They attempted to storm the "Green Zone" and the US embassy, leading to clashes with police.
Relations between the US and Iran are escalating over Tehran's nuclear program, threatening a major war in the Middle East. Ukraine is interested in peace to avoid rising oil prices and the strengthening of the Russian Federation.
US President Donald Trump threatens to cut off aid to Iraq if Nouri al-Maliki is reappointed as prime minister.
The Iraqi Ministry of Defense announced on January 17 the complete withdrawal of US troops from the Ain al-Asad airbase. The facility is now fully under Iraqi control, in accordance with the 2024 agreements.
Iraq is initiating the creation of a special commission to investigate the recruitment of its citizens into the Russian army. Official Baghdad expressed concern and reminded of the responsibility for mercenary activities.
Iraq has signed a multi-billion dollar deal with Turkey, exchanging crude oil for the construction of dams and land reclamation systems. This is intended to provide the country with water due to the critical shallowing of the Tigris and Euphrates rivers.
Weeks after Iraq recognized Yemen's Houthis and Hezbollah as terrorists, the authorities revoked the decision, citing a mistake.
Exxon Mobil is in talks with Iraq to acquire Lukoil's controlling stake in the West Qurna-2 field. This field accounts for 9% of Iraq's oil production, and potential buyers can negotiate until December 13.
Mohammed Shia al-Sudani stated that the disarmament of armed groups is only possible after the complete withdrawal of American troops. The multinational force withdrawal plan is in effect until September 2026.
Ankara and Baghdad signed an agreement on water infrastructure, where Turkish companies will implement projects financed by Iraqi oil. The agreement provides for the construction of three dams and land reclamation programs.
In the city of Kut, Iraq, a fire in the newly opened "Hypermarket" claimed the lives of over 60 people, including women and children. Another 11 people are considered missing after the incident that occurred on Wednesday evening.
Thousands of people in Middle Eastern countries have protested, condemning the actions of Israel and the US after Israeli strikes on Iran. Demonstrators chanted slogans against both countries and expressed solidarity with the Iranian government.
Brent crude rose to $78 a barrel, the biggest jump since 2022. Israel has struck Iran's nuclear program, raising fears of oil supply disruptions.
Iran has announced the creation of a new uranium enrichment center, increasing tensions with the US and Israel. This was in response to IAEA criticism of Tehran's nuclear commitments.
The United States is preparing for a partial evacuation of the embassy in Iraq. They will also allow the military to leave their locations in the Middle East due to increased risks in the region.
Martin Jäger, the German ambassador to Ukraine, will become the new head of the BND. A reorganization of the service and an increase in funding are expected, which should speed up the collection of intelligence.
