Iraq

25th anniversary of September 11 commemorations

24 clusters · 1327 sources · last updated about 10 hours ago

Latest: September 11 attacks: Personal reflections on the 25th anniversary

As the 25th anniversary of the September 11 attacks arrives, the United States and Canada are engaged in widespread commemorations at Ground Zero, the Pentagon, and Shanksville, Pennsylvania. In New York City, tributes i

US-Iran Conflict: Military Escalation and Economic Instabil

1861 clusters · 5757 sources · last updated about 14 hours ago

Latest: Iran threatens retaliation and announces new maritime restricted zone

The US-Iran conflict has entered its seventh month, characterized by intense military exchanges and a growing global energy crisis. While President Donald Trump has predicted hostilities will conclude ‘immediately after’

Iran President Pezeshkian diplomatic and economic activity

16 clusters · 219 sources · last updated about 21 hours ago

Latest: Iran President Pezeshkian warns of critical US and Israeli pressure at BRICS summit

By mid-September 2026, the standoff between Iran and the United States intensified. President Masoud Pezeshkian, while maintaining that Iran remains in a ‘position of power and dignity,’ vowed that the nation would maint

Jordanian trade and economic development

2 clusters · 5 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: Russia and Jordan trade volume increases by one-third

During the first half of 2026, Jordan experienced growth in its industrial and bilateral trade sectors. Jordanian industrial exports rose by 8.9%, reaching 4.4 billion dinars. This growth was driven largely by the chemic

Turkey advances 'Terror-free Turkey' and regional security

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Latest: Turkish Ministry of National Defense addresses PKK surrenders and EU criticism

The ‘Terror-Free Turkey’ initiative, part of the broader ‘Turkey Century’ vision, is advancing through legislative frameworks and regional diplomacy. Following the enactment of the Law on Strengthening National Solidarit

Saudi Arabia East-West pipeline drone attacks

2 clusters · 218 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: Saudi Arabia suspends East-West pipeline after drone attacks

On September 10, 2026, Saudi Arabia precautionally suspended operations on its critical 1,200-kilometer East-West oil pipeline following a series of drone attacks targeting the Riyadh and Medina regions. The strikes targ

US-Iran Hormuz conflict: Blockade and energy crisis

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Latest: U.S. forces redirect 99 commercial vessels under Iran maritime blockade

The US–Iran maritime standoff in the Strait of Hormuz has intensified, causing significant global economic volatility. While President Trump previously claimed the strait was navigable, a diplomatic impasse has stalled r

Extreme heat and shifting weather in MENA

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Latest: Egypt weather: Gradual temperature drop expected amid summer heat

Weather patterns across North Africa and the Middle East continue to fluctuate between extreme heat and intense storm activity. In Morocco, an orange-level weather alert remains in effect as heatwaves driven by hot, dry

Iraq advances $60bn deals amid coalition troop withdrawal

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Latest: Coalition forces begin Iraq withdrawal as regional disarmament talks proceed

As the September 30, 2026, deadline for the U.S.-led coalition’s withdrawal approaches, the Iraqi government has reaffirmed that the date remains an “immovable deadline.” Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi has rejected proposal

Iraq oil production and export response to Hormuz crisis

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Latest: Iraq plans to expand oil exports through Syria and Türkiye

Iraq is adjusting its oil production and export strategies in response to a crisis in the Strait of Hormuz caused by US-Israel strikes on Iran. Initially, reports indicated that Iraqi oil exports had dropped from 3.4 mil

Iraq banking sector, corruption, and fiscal crisis

3 clusters · 8 sources · last updated 4 days ago

Latest: Iraq considers transferring state assets to Central Bank to settle debts

The Central Bank of Iraq has continued its regulatory efforts to maintain financial stability following the seizure of assets from several politicians in late August. In early September, the bank reaffirmed that all depo

Somali piracy resurgence and maritime escalation

9 clusters · 130 sources · last updated 5 days ago

Latest: Somalia faces resurgence of piracy in the Gulf of Aden

Piracy activity off the coast of Somalia and in the Gulf of Aden has surged to its highest levels since 2013. Since the beginning of 2026, at least 15 attacks have been recorded, with eight occurring in the Gulf of Aden

OPEC+ production stability and maritime conflict escalation

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Latest: Brent crude prices exceed $100 amid Middle East tensions

The OPEC+ alliance has decided to maintain its current oil production policy for October 2026, keeping levels consistent with September 2026 requirements. Geopolitical conflicts in Iran and Ukraine have caused actual pro

US military sales to Middle Eastern nations

3 clusters · 51 sources · last updated 7 days ago

Latest: United States approves Bell helicopter and arms sale to Iraq

The United States Department of State has authorized several significant military sales to Middle Eastern nations to bolster regional security and improve interoperability with U.S. forces. The total value of these pote

Syrian diplomatic and economic engagement

2 clusters · 2 sources · last updated 9 days ago

Latest: Syria and Germany discuss economic and investment cooperation

Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa has engaged in high-level diplomatic meetings to expand international cooperation across legal and economic sectors. In August 2026, Syria and Iraq held discussions in Damascus focused o

Turkey intensifies diplomatic outreach

22 clusters · 123 sources · last updated 9 days ago

Latest: Hakan Fidan holds diplomatic calls with Qatar and Jordan

Since late May 2026, Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan has undertaken a global diplomatic tour, securing trade deals, launching a New Asia Initiative, and offering Turkey as a venue for Russia–Ukraine peace talks. In

Turkey Enacts Conditional Pardon Law for PKK Disarmament

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Latest: Turkey passes law to end conflict with PKK

The “National Solidarity and Strengthening Social Integration Law Proposal” has transitioned from legislative debate to formal enactment. President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan has signed the law, which was published in the Offi

Global energy security and geopolitical conflict

2 clusters · 4 sources · last updated 12 days ago

Latest: Global energy security and oil reserve distribution

Global energy security is facing significant instability due to ongoing conflicts in Ukraine and the Middle East. These tensions have transformed oil, gas, and electrical infrastructures into military targets, leading to

Iraq Zaidi: anti-corruption, narcotics, and militia pushback

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Latest: Iraq recovers $1 billion in assets amid anti-corruption campaign

By late August 2026, Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi’s administration is intensifying its multi-front crackdown on organized crime and financial misconduct. The ‘Dawn Raid’ anti-corruption campaign has achieved significant s

Kurdistan Regional Government regional and domestic policy

2 clusters · 3 sources · last updated 14 days ago

Latest: Kurdistan Regional Government pledges to abide by PM al-Zaidi's oil decisions

The Kurdistan Regional Government (KRG) has focused on maintaining neutrality and stability amidst regional tensions and internal Iraqi administrative shifts. Prime Minister Masrour Barzani expressed the KRG’s intent to

US withdrawal from Iraq's Kurdistan

3 clusters · 9 sources · last updated 14 days ago

Latest: US to end military aid to Iraq’s Kurdistan region

In late July 2026, the United States began the final phase of its drawdown from Iraq’s Kurdish region. The last Patriot air‑defence batteries were removed and plans were set to pull roughly 2,000 troops from Harir Air Ba

United States troop withdrawal from Iraq

2 clusters · 7 sources · last updated 15 days ago

Latest: United States to withdraw 200 troops from Nigeria

The United States has announced a deadline of September 30, 2024, to complete a total withdrawal of its troops from Iraq, ending a military presence that began with the 2003 invasion. This withdrawal occurs amid signifi

Iraqi government militia disarmament dispute

3 clusters · 6 sources · last updated 15 days ago

Latest: Iraq struggles to disarm pro-Iranian militias amid coalition withdrawal

The Iraqi government is attempting to consolidate military power by setting a deadline to bring all weapons under state control and restrict operations to official institutions. This initiative has met significant resist

US-Iran and regional Middle East tensions

2 clusters · 8 sources · last updated 15 days ago

Latest: United Nations urges US and Iran to resume diplomatic negotiations

Tensions involving Iran and regional actors have drawn concern from the United Nations. Initially, UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres supported Iraq’s position that the state must maintain a monopoly on force followin

Security instability in Iraqi Kurdistan

2 clusters · 2 sources · last updated 16 days ago

Latest: Erbil: Explosion and drone crash reported in Soran

Tensions have escalated in the Kurdistan Region of Iraq following a series of security incidents involving drones and explosions. In mid-August, reports emerged of drone attacks targeting the private office of Kurdista

Global humanitarian aid funding decline

2 clusters · 26 sources · last updated 17 days ago

Latest: Humanitarian aid costs rise due to global conflict and fuel prices

Global humanitarian and development organizations are facing a significant crisis due to declining official development assistance. Data from the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development indicates that globa

Arbaeen pilgrimage in Karbala, Iraq

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Latest: Karbala hosts millions for annual Arbaeen pilgrimage

The annual Arbaeen pilgrimage in Karbala, Iraq, continues to draw millions of participants to commemorate the martyrdom of Husayn ibn Ali. In early August 2026, an estimated 4,887,660 pilgrims from Iraq and various inter

Libya-Iraq diplomatic and economic cooperation

2 clusters · 2 sources · last updated 18 days ago

Latest: Libya and Iraq sign multi-sector cooperation agreements

The Libyan Government of National Unity and the Iraqi government have signed various cooperation agreements and memorandums of understanding following a joint committee meeting in Baghdad. Led by Libyan official Taher Al

Iraq housing shortage and land distribution efforts

2 clusters · 2 sources · last updated 19 days ago

Latest: Iraq to launch million residential plots initiative in September

Iraq is experiencing a severe housing crisis driven by high land and construction costs, inflation, and the concentration of services in major cities. The Ministry of Construction, Housing, Municipalities and Public Work

Iraq-Saudi Arabia security and energy cooperation

3 clusters · 13 sources · last updated 19 days ago

Latest: Iraq proposes security coordination council for Iran and Saudi Arabia

Diplomatic and security discussions between Iraq and Saudi Arabia have intensified following meetings in Amman between Iraqi Deputy Prime Minister Fuad Hussein and Saudi Foreign Minister Faisal bin Farhan Al Saud. These