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ISIS recruitment networks under attack in Iraq
Security

2020-12-01

ISIS recruitment networks under attack in Iraq

Iraqi security forces and intelligence agencies have been working to uncover ISIS cells and obstruct the extremist group's recruitment drive.

Syria, Russia under pressure at chemical weapons watchdog
Security

2020-11-30

Syria, Russia under pressure at chemical weapons watchdog

Syrian regime faces calls for sanctions over sarin attacks in 2017, while Russia is urged to reveal the circumstances of nerve agent poisoning.

Arar crossing reopening expected to boost Iraq's economy
Security

2020-11-30

Arar crossing reopening expected to boost Iraq's economy

The newly reopened crossing that links Anbar with Saudi Arabia is expected to strengthen Iraq's economy and its ties with the kingdom.

Army restores calm in al-Nasiriyah after protestors, Sadr loyalists clash
Security

2020-11-30

Army restores calm in al-Nasiriyah after protestors, Sadr loyalists clash

Eight protestors were reportedly killed and 75 injured in clashes between Sadr loyalists and al-Nasiriyah protestors.

Iraqi government seeks to limit IRGC influence
Security

2020-11-26

Iraqi government seeks to limit IRGC influence

The government has sought to limit the activities and curb the influence of IRGC-affiliated militias to establish peace and protect Iraq's economy.

Iraq to supply Ninawa police with new equipment
Security

2020-11-25

Iraq to supply Ninawa police with new equipment

The interior ministry ordered the provision of 100 specialised vehicles and two explosive detection devices to support Ninawa police forces in the fight against ISIS.

Iraqi forces tighten security near Syria, Jordan borders following ISIS attacks
Security

2020-11-24

Iraqi forces tighten security near Syria, Jordan borders following ISIS attacks

On the heels of new ISIS attacks in Anbar province, measures have been taken to secure the nearby international highway and thwart further terrorist attacks.

Iraq arrests ISIS 'administrative chief' at Baghdad airport
Security

2020-11-24

Iraq arrests ISIS 'administrative chief' at Baghdad airport

Iraq's elite Counter-Terrorism Service detained 'Abu Naba' in October 'as he was getting into a taxi, just after landing in Baghdad'.

Iraq reinforces security along border with Syria
Security

2020-11-24

Iraq reinforces security along border with Syria

Additional Iraqi forces have deployed to fortify the border against ISIS smugglers attempting to transport fighters, weapons and goods.

Salaheddine calls for security support after ISIS attack
Security

2020-11-23

Salaheddine calls for security support after ISIS attack

The province declared three days of mourning after ISIS attacks on civilians and security forces rushing to assist them left 10 people dead.