Iraq's Counter-Terrorism Service escalates operations against ISIS cells

Per the directives of Prime Minister Haider al-Abadi, the intelligence service will step up its efforts in cracking down on the group's remnants.

ISIS targets Iraqi civilians for money, revenge

The group's remnants have been carrying out attacks in remote areas that are motivated by revenge or a desperate shortage of funds.

Outrage in Iraq after ISIS executes 8 hostages

The group had threatened to execute the captives unless the government releases ISIS female prisoners.

Curfew lifted in Syrian city of al-Raqa

A large number of suspects were detained during a curfew imposed by the Internal Security Forces backed by the Syrian Democratic Forces.

Al-Hawija residents, police build mutual trust

Local residents are providing intelligence on ISIS activity to the security forces, in a sign of the strong relationship between the two sides.

Daraa battle heats up as extremists join the fray

Local residents and moderate opposition factions have expressed alarm at the announced entrance of groups affiliated with al-Qaeda.

Fallujah police quash ISIS extortion attempts

ISIS elements and criminal gangs have been attempting to collect funds through extortion, but police are working to prevent them.

Iraqi film shows suicide bomber's change of heart

The Journey is an intense psychological thriller, based on a true story, that shows the strength of common humanity against the destructive force of terrorism.

Thousands flee Daraa as Syria regime advances

Syrian regime forces pressing an advance in the southern province seized two villages overnight as civilians fled heavy airstrikes and shelling.

Iraqi forces comb Hamreen Hills for ISIS cells

Prime Minister Haider al-Abbadi has given the Iraqi military strict instructions to track down and eliminate ISIS sleeper cells after six Iraqis were kidnapped on the Kirkuk-Baghdad road.

Curfew in effect in Syrian city of al-Raqa

Internal Security Forces backed by the Syrian Democratic Forces have imposed a two-day curfew in response to threats of extremist infiltration.

Iraq proposes international day of solidarity with ISIS victims

The European Parliament will vote next month on the proposal to dedicate an international day in support of the victims of the terror group.

Iraqi forces carry out new plan to secure Kirkuk-Baghdad highway

The plan seeks to put a 'conclusive end' to ISIS attacks against travelers on the thoroughfare, an Iraqi official tells Diyaruna.

Is ISIS a creation of the West?

An investigation into a prevailing conspiracy theory reveals certain actors actively promote the distortion of facts for their own gain.

Baghdad security wall close to completion

The Baghdad Operations Command is close to completing fortifications designed to protect the capital from extremist infiltration attempts.

Iraqi forces maintain security amid post-elections turmoil

Iraq's military has retained its political neutrality in the post-election period and remains focused on the work of stamping out ISIS remnants.

In Syria, a race to save precious property deeds

A group of Syrian lawyers has been working to photograph, log and preserve property deeds and other civil paperwork in opposition areas.

Civilians flee as Syria regime intensifies southern offensive

Heavy regime bombardment in the southern province of Daraa has prompted more than 12,000 civilians in the area to flee their homes.

Iraq recovers hundreds of rare books stolen by ISIS

The books, which belong to Anbar's Anah district library, were uncovered in neighbouring Rawa.

Russia, Iran set for inevitable collision in Syria

Both countries are seeking to establish a long-term presence in Syria to further their own economic and political interests, experts say.

Anbar cities see surge in retail establishments

New co-operatives and shopping malls have sprung up in Anbar post-ISIS, offering residents goods for discounted prices and the ability to pay through installment plans.

Idlib residents scorn Tahrir al-Sham’s actions

The alliance's 'religious police' have been confiscating hookahs on religious grounds and then selling them on to local merchants.

Eid atmosphere permeates northern Syria

Activities for children have brought welcome respite to some areas of Idlib and Aleppo provinces, where festivities go on despite the war.

Al-Hawija's displaced to return home

Security and tribal leaders in al-Hawija have reached an agreement to facilitate the return of residents who had fled to displacement camps following ISIS's assault.

Eid traditions mark end of Ramadan in Iraq

Muslims worldwide began celebrating on June 15th the end of the holy month with the three-day Eid al-Fitr holiday.

Iraq restores electricity to Mosul, but supply remains weak

A large-scale effort to repair damaged power networks has been completed, but officials say the only lasting solution to the chronic power shortage lies in opening the door for investments.

Tahrir al-Sham appropriates property in Idlib

The extremist alliance has been seizing private property in areas under its control and using it to generate revenue for its own purposes.

Russia shirks reconstruction costs in Syria, asks Central Asian countries to pay up

In contrast, the US has provided $7.7 billion in aid for Syria and Syrians displaced throughout the region.

ISIS remnants struggle to survive in Iraq's desert

Reviled by local residents and pursued by the military, ISIS remnants hiding out in Iraq's western desert face days without food or water.

Iraq's al-Kasak oil refinery resumes production

The Iraqi Oil Ministry officially reopened the Ninawa province refinery, which suffered extensive damage at the hands of ISIS, in late May.

ISIS executes 30 of its own in Syria border town

The corpses were thrown into the Euphrates River, and some washed up downstream in Iraq, an Iraqi tribal leader told Diyaruna.

Mass exodus in northern Idlib after Syrian regime bombing

Residents of towns and villages in rural Idlib are fleeing the heavy airstrikes which came in the aftermath of an extremist attack on two regime-held towns.

Security forces in Anbar thwart ISIS suicide attack

Security forces in al-Baghdadi quickly moved in on the hiding place of two ISIS infiltrators, surrounding it and killing the two men.

Ninawa tribes, Yazidis move towards reconciliation

Tribal leaders have pledged to hand over to the authorities any members found to be involved in ISIS's killing and abduction of Yazidis.

Pro-ISIS media platform al-Wafa poses new threat

The media outlet is seeking to revive the group by “correcting” its ideology, rallying disaffected fighters, and calling for fresh attacks.

Iraqi forces search mountains in southern al-Sharqat

Security has been beefed up in and around the district in the last 10 days of Ramadan after Iraqi forces received intelligence about the intention of ISIS to carry out terror attacks.

ISIS executions of Tahrir al-Sham elements roil Idlib

Residents are alarmed as ISIS elements carried out the abductions and beheadings inside an area controlled by Tahrir al-Sham.

Iraqi forces rid Samarra Island of ISIS remnants

A military operation launched Tuesday has successfully eliminated remaining ISIS cells from the area.

Iraqis hail officer who gave life to spare civilians in ISIS attack

Rami Thahir Fleyih, 25, has become a symbol of national heroism after he sacrificed himself to prevent an ISIS suicide bomber from targeting families celebrating Ramadan.

At least 20 dead as arms depot blows up in Baghdad

Twenty were killed and more than 110 were injured after an arms depot, containing rocket-propelled grenades and shells, exploded in a husseiniya in Sadr City.

Idlib flyers urge foreign fighters to go home

Flyers posted around the northern Syrian province call on Tahrir al-Sham emir Abu Yousef al-Britani and other foreign fighters to leave the area.

Anbar residents revive Ramadan traditions

Anbar province is seeing a return of traditions and customs associated with Ramadan that were banned during the ISIS era, residents say.

Iraq beefs up security along Syria border

The border strip between the two countries has recently seen a larger deployment of Iraqi soldiers to help fend off ISIS attacks and infiltration attempts.

Tahrir al-Sham goes after ISIS in rural Idlib

Both sides have suffered losses in ongoing fighting between Tahrir al-Sham and ISIS in the hinterland of the northern city of Salqin.

Education campaign in Maarat al-Numan aims to curb school dropout

A group of local activists have launched a media campaign to raise awareness about the importance of fighting the phenomenon of child recruitment in the ranks of armed groups.

Al-Raqa residents revive Ramadan traditions post-ISIS

The group had banned public gatherings during the holy month and imposed strict rules on celebrations, depriving residents of their long-held practices.

Ninawa police arrest hundreds of ISIS suspects in 1st half of 2018

Around 600 suspects have been arrested this year, most of them ISIS elements, as residents co-operate with the police in tracking down the group's remnants.

Ariha breaks away from Tahrir-al-Sham's authority

The local council of the Idlib province city announced it is seceding from the so-called 'salvation government' controlled by Tahrir al-Sham.

Iraq rights group documents worst ISIS crimes

Iraq's Independent High Commission for Human Rights says it has documented at least 2,000 of the most serious crimes committed by ISIS.

Tahrir al-Sham activates 'religious police' units

Residents of the parts of northern Syria under Tahrir al-Sham control have expressed alarm about the enforcement of restrictive new rules.

Fallujah homeowners begin to receive compensation

The first round of financial compensation has been disbursed to residents of the Anbar province city whose homes were damaged by ISIS.

France stands with Iraq in its fight against ISIS

French forces have supported Iraq in its battle to oust ISIS and are now working to build the combat capabilities of the Iraqi forces.