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Iranian tanker seen delivering oil to Syria port
Politics

2020-10-20

Iranian tanker seen delivering oil to Syria port

Iran has continued to deliver oil to the Syrian regime via the port of Baniyas, even though both Syria and Iran remain under US sanctions.

Iraq appoints new leaders in key state agencies
Politics

2020-10-15

Iraq appoints new leaders in key state agencies

The government has made leadership changes at financial, banking and economic institutions, including the Central Bank of Iraq.

Iraq, Kurdish region reach 'historic' agreement on Sinjar
Politics

2020-10-13

Iraq, Kurdish region reach 'historic' agreement on Sinjar

Under the new agreement on the status of the Ninawa district, a joint administration will be formed and federal forces will oversee security, thereby facilitating the return of displaced residents.

Iraq government corruption probe under way
Politics

2020-10-09

Iraq government corruption probe under way

A higher governmental committee appointed by Prime Minister Mustafa Khademi has begun its work to root out public corruption.

Militia attacks in Iraq demonstrate need for Iran sanctions
Politics

2020-10-07

Militia attacks in Iraq demonstrate need for Iran sanctions

Militia attacks on international interests in Baghdad underscore the need to sustain sanctions on the Iranian regime that backs these groups.

Daraa residents support latest sanctions: journalist
Politics

2020-10-05

Daraa residents support latest sanctions: journalist

The people of Daraa have welcomed new US sanctions imposed on Russia-backed 5th Corps militia commander and spy agency head.

Syria's central bank governor faces sanctions
Politics

2020-10-01

Syria's central bank governor faces sanctions

The US Treasury's designation comes as part of the Caesar Act, which aims to hold the regime of Bashar al-Assad accountable for its crimes.

Iraqi forces target of IRGC proxies' online libel
Politics

2020-09-29

Iraqi forces target of IRGC proxies' online libel

IRGC-affiliated militia are accused of disseminating online propaganda and smear campaigns against Iraqi security forces and activists.

Deir Ezzor activists form assembly to oppose IRGC
Politics

2020-09-22

Deir Ezzor activists form assembly to oppose IRGC

The newly formed political assembly aims to oppose Iranian hegemony in the province and restore harmonious relations among all residents.

Kataib Hizbullah attacks justify US pressure campaign: observers
Politics

2020-09-21

Kataib Hizbullah attacks justify US pressure campaign: observers

An increase in rocket attacks on Baghdad's Green Zone has strengthened the US's hand in applying its maximum pressure campaign against Iran.