Iraq

‘Lion of Mesopotamia’: How Aymen Hussein beat tragedy to reach World Cup

Iraq’s ‘most expensive footballer’, striker who scored Iraq’s qualifying goal against Bolivia, retraces his journey.

Wars, sanctions and punishments: Iraq's 40-year World Cup wait

Iraq return to the World Cup with ambitions of delivering stronger performances and results than first time round in 1986.

Poisonous invasion: What is the ‘devil’s trumpet’ harming crops in Iraq?

The spread of datura is forcing the Iraqi Interior Ministry to urge farmers and citizens to report if spotted.

Iraq launches desert sweep after reports of secret Israeli bases

Iraqi security forces have launched sweeping operations in the country’s western desert.

Iraq’s new PM Ali al-Zaidi formally takes over

Iraq’s new prime minister Ali al‑Zaidi has formally taken office in Baghdad, pledging reforms.

Iraq’s parliament approves new Ali al-Zaidi government

PM sworn in and 14 ​ministers approved ⁠in new government though parliament fails to reach consensus on several posts.

Kurdistan, the Best Filming Location Nobody Knows About

With a new $2 million fund and a second year at Cannes, the Kurdistan Film Commission, led by H.E. Qubad Talabani, Deputy Prime Minister of the semi-autonomous region in Iraq and…

Ancient Ziggurat of Ur restored in Iraq using traditional methods

Restoration work is underway at the ancient Ziggurat of Ur, a monumental stepped temple in Iraq.

'Attacked 28 times in a day' - BBC visits heavily targeted US-UK base in Iraq

Before the fragile ceasefire in the region, this was one of the most heavily targeted US and UK military bases in the Middle East.

Iraq appoints new prime minister-designate

Iraq appoints new prime minister-designate

Iraq parliament elects Kurdish politician Nizar Amedi as president

New president pledges 'Iraq First' after securing 227 votes, ending five months of political deadlock.

Protesters in Iraq swarm Kuwaiti consulate after deadly rocket attack

Crowds of angry protesters stormed the Kuwaiti consulate building in Iraq’s Basra.

Iraq coach says World Cup can help ‘change perception’ of country

Over those past four decades, Iraq has faced a number of crises, including wars and separatist movements.

Iraq celebrates qualification for FIFA World Cup 2026

The Lions of Mesopotamia secured their World Cup spot with a thrilling 2-1 victory over Bolivia amid war backdrop.

Foreign journalist kidnapped in Iraq: Interior Ministry

Iraq's Ministry of Interior says one suspect arrested after 'unknown individuals' kidnap journalist.

Iraq risks Arab ties as Iran-aligned groups strike Gulf nations

Joint Arab condemnation of cross-border attacks exposes Baghdad's failure to control armed proxies on its soil.

Air strikes in Iraq kill three PMF fighters, two police

Iraq turning into 'expanding battleground' in war, which began on February 28 with US-Israeli strikes on Iran.

Why Iraq is the most fragile front in the US-Israel war on Iran

Iraq is under attack from all sides as militias and foreign powers clash.

Iraq to summon US, Iran envoys over deadly attacks: PM’s office

Iraqi government says it plans to deliver 'formal notes of protest' amid recent strikes tied to US-Israeli war on Iran.

Deadly air attack hits pro-Iran Popular Mobilisation Forces in Iraq

Video shows the aftermath of an airstrike in Iraq’s Anbar province on a headquarters of the Popular Mobilisation Forces.

Drone strike near Iraqi intelligence headquarters in Baghdad kills officer

One police officer killed in strike by 'outlaw groups' on headquarters of Iraqi National Intelligence Service.