Iraq

Country in West Asia

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Iraq, officially the Republic of Iraq, is a country in West Asia. It is bordered by Saudi Arabia to the south, Turkey to the north, Iran to the east, the Persian Gulf and Kuwait to the southeast, Jordan to the southwest, and Syria to the west. The country covers an area of 438,317 square kilometres (169,235 sq mi) and has a population of over 46 million, making it the 58th largest country by area and the 31st most populous in the world. Baghdad, home to over 8 million people, is the capital city and the largest in the country.

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Iran’s Revolution Began in India? Khomeini’s Ancestral Link to Uttar Pradesh Sparks Global Curiosity After the 12-day Israel-Iran war, an unexpected village in India has entered global focus. Kintoor, a village in Uttar Pradesh, is the ancestral home of Iran’s first Supreme Leader, Ayatollah.. Credit: Oneindia Duration: 04:07Published 3 days ago

Iran’s ‘Victory’ Over Israel Sparks Celebrations Across Tehran, Basra, Beirut \| Crowds Roar Massive celebrations erupted across Iran, Iraq, and Lebanon following what Tehran calls a decisive victory over the Israeli regime. From Azadi Square in Tehran to Basra in southern Iraq and Beirut in.. Credit: Oneindia Duration: 03:32Published 6 days ago

Did Iran Strike BOMB US Base in Baghdad? Attacks ROCK Iraq’s Bases Hours After Al-Udeid Attack Just hours after Iran launched a ballistic missile at the U.S. Al-Udeid Air Base in Qatar, multiple military installations across Iraq were rocked by drone strikes, sparking fears of a wider regional.. Credit: Oneindia Duration: 00:58Published 1 week ago

Iran’s CHILLING Statement Post Strikes at U.S Bases Across Qatar and Iraq \| Iran-Israel Conflict Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps has confirmed its missile strike on the U.S. Al-Udeid Air Base in Qatar under “Operation Tidings of Victory,” declaring it a response to Washington’s.. Credit: Oneindia Duration: 03:54Published 1 week ago

Russia & China Slam U.S. Strikes on Iran \| Fu Cong Urges Diplomacy, Nebenzya Warns of Iraq Repeat Russia and China have strongly condemned the recent U.S. strikes on Iran’s nuclear facilities, urging for a peaceful resolution to the escalating conflict. China’s U.N. Ambassador Fu Cong.. Credit: Oneindia Duration: 08:16Published 1 week ago

‘An Unacceptable Escalation…’ World Leaders ‘Condemn’ US Strikes On Iran \| Iran-Israel Conflict A global wave of condemnation is rising after the U.S. launched strikes on Iranian nuclear sites, sparking fears of a wider war. Nations including Pakistan, Iraq, Venezuela, Cuba, Saudi Arabia, and.. Credit: Oneindia Duration: 03:14Published 1 week ago

‘DEATH to the ZIONIST Regime’ \| MILLIONS Rally in Iran Against Israeli-American STRIKES Massive anti-Israel and anti-U.S. protests erupted across Iran, with thousands marching from Tehran’s Enghelab Square to Azadi Tower. Cities like Qom, Mashhad, Isfahan, and Shiraz joined in, chanting.. Credit: Oneindia Duration: 03:37Published 2 weeks ago

Breaking: Iran’s 14th Attack Wave on Israel Roars In; Missiles Caught on Cam Racing Toward Tel Aviv Iran has unleashed its 14th wave of missile attacks on Israel, with dramatic video footage capturing the terrifying moment projectiles streak across the night sky toward Tel Aviv. The barrage marks a.. Credit: Oneindia Duration: 04:08Published 2 weeks ago

‘All Hostile Incursions Will Be…’ IRGC’s Big Warning As Iran Downs Fourth U.S Made Israeli Drone Iran’s armed forces have shot down another U.S.-made Israeli MQ-9 drone in Ilam province near the Iraq border. This marks the fourth advanced Israeli drone destroyed in the region. Over 44 UAVs were.. Credit: Oneindia Duration: 03:08Published 2 weeks ago

"Justice For Gaza" Chants Echo As Celebrations Erupt Across Palestine \| Tel Aviv DESTROYED By Iran Celebrations broke out in Gaza and parts of the West Bank as Iran launched retaliatory missile strikes against Israel. Videos show Palestinians cheering, waving flags, and chanting slogans as Iranian.. Credit: Oneindia Duration: 03:37Published 3 weeks ago

Iran's Biggest Attack On Israel After IDF Launches Op Rising LION \| 100+ Drones Hit Iron Dome Iran has launched over 100 Shaheed-136 kamikaze drones toward Israel in retaliation for Israeli strikes on nuclear and military sites in Tehran. Several UAVs have been spotted over Iraq as Israeli.. Credit: Oneindia Duration: 03:37Published 3 weeks ago

Trump Sounds Alarm on Iran Nuclear Threat: Israel Poised to Strike, Tehran Vows to Target U.S. Bases The U.S. has begun evacuating non-essential embassy staff and military families from Iraq, Kuwait, and Bahrain, citing growing fears of an Iranian escalation. Donald Trump, in a sharp warning, accused.. Credit: Oneindia Duration: 03:45Published 3 weeks ago

Poland PM’s SHOCKER on Ukraine-Russia War \| Wants to make ‘BIG MONEY’ from ‘ally’ Ukraine Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk sparked controversy by stating Poland aims to make "big money" from Ukraine’s post-war reconstruction. Emphasizing both humanitarian aid and economic opportunity,.. Credit: Oneindia Duration: 03:17Published on May 27, 2025

Gaza ‘Genocide’ DOMINATES Arab League Summit 2025 As Israel Faces Global Outrage Over Deadly Siege The 34th Arab League Summit in Baghdad is dominated by Gaza’s unfolding humanitarian catastrophe. Iraq’s PM labelled Israel’s actions “genocide,” pledging $40 million for Gaza and Lebanon’s.. Credit: Oneindia Duration: 03:35Published on May 17, 2025

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Iran says it's carried out 'mighty and successful' attack on US base - as Qatar air defences 'thwart assault' Iran claims it has carried out a "mighty and successful response" to "America's aggression" after launching missile attacks on a US military base in Qatar and Iraq. Sky News - Published 1 week ago
Iraq's delicate balancing act - where Iran-aligned militia have vowed to attack Americans Iraq is no different to any other country in the region - anxiously waiting to see what happens next after America's multiple bomb strikes on Iran's nuclear facilities. Sky News - Published 1 week ago

Mid-air escape: Air India London-Delhi flight entered Iran airspace as Israel struck with missiles; rerouted over Iraq Following Israeli strikes on Iranian military sites, Air India rerouted or turned back at least 16 international flights, including those from London, Toronto, and New York, due to the closure of.. IndiaTimes - Published 3 weeks ago
'His miserable life was terminated' says Trump after airstrike kills IS leader The head of Islamic State (IS) in Iraq and Syria has been killed in an airstrike in western Iraq, according to Iraqi officials and US military commanders. Sky News - Published on March 15, 2025
IMD predicts rainfall, thunderstorms in THESE 18 states across India as cyclones approach from Iraq, Bangladesh The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued rainfall alerts for 18 states including Jammu and Kashmir, Bihar, West Bengal, Punjab and Haryana amid cyclones originating from Iraq and.. DNA - Published on March 12, 2025

Iraqi man who sparked riots with Koran burnings shot dead in Sweden An Iraqi man who burned copies of the Koran in Sweden has been killed in a shooting, Swedish authorities say. Sky News - Published on January 30, 2025
Iraqi PM frustrated with West's 'failures' over Gaza As uncertainty sweeps through the Middle East, Iraq's prime minister has been focused on development, travelling to London to negotiate a series of deals on the economy and security. Sky News - Published on January 16, 2025
UK investigators assist in arrest of suspected human traffickers in Iraq for first time UK investigators have been involved in the arrest of suspected human traffickers in Iraq for the first time. Sky News - Published on January 14, 2025
Suicide bombers 'planned to attack Pope' Suicide bombers had planned to attack Pope Francis on a trip to Iraq in 2021, but were killed before they could strike, according to his autobiography. Sky News - Published on December 17, 2024

Former human rights lawyer avoids jail over fraud linked to cases against British soldiers A former human rights lawyer has been handed a two-year prison sentence, suspended for two years, after admitting three counts of fraud linked to cases against British soldiers in Iraq. Sky News - Published on December 10, 2024
Islamic State militants armed with 'grenades' and 'suicide belts' killed in raid At least 15 Islamic State militants have been killed in a coordinated attack by US and Iraqi forces, according to US Central Command. Sky News - Published on August 31, 2024
Third Suspect Arrested in Vienna Over Taylor Swift Concert Terror Plot Vienna State Police are moving swiftly to make arrests in the foiled Taylor Swift terrorist plot ... and they just busted a third suspect. The third would-be killer -- an 18-year-old Iraqi citizen --.. TMZ.com - Published on August 9, 2024	One of Europe's most notorious human traffickers arrested in Iraq One of Europe's most notorious people smugglers has been arrested in the semi-autonomous Kurdish region of Iraq, British security officials said. Sky News - Published on May 13, 2024
India among 13 countries with high emissions facing ‘some of severest impact’ of climate change: Report India, a major CO2 emitter, faces high climate risk per Verisk Maplecroft. The analysis ranks India third, even in best-case scenarios. Other high-risk countries include Thailand, Brazil, Saudi Arabia,.. IndiaTimes - Published on May 9, 2024	UK considered using Iraq to process asylum seekers in Rwanda-type deal - leaked documents The government at one point considered using Iraq to process asylum seekers - like the Rwanda scheme - according to documents seen by Sky News. Sky News - Published on May 6, 2024
Social media star 'shot dead by gunman on bike who posed as food delivery rider' A well-known Iraqi social media influencer has reportedly been shot dead in her car by a gunman on a motorbike. Sky News - Published on April 27, 2024	Injuries reported after large explosion at Iraq military base Injuries have been reported after a large explosion occurred at a military base in Iraq. Sky News - Published on April 19, 2024
UK soldiers 'exposed' to toxic chemical 'must get answers' British soldiers "exposed" to a toxic chemical during the Iraq war must get answers, Labour has said. Sky News - Published on March 16, 2024	British troops speak out about exposure to toxic chemicals \| Redefining 'extremism' with Sam Coates In the early months of the Iraq war in 2003, around 88 British troops were deployed to the Qarmat Ali water treatment plant to provide round-the-clock security. Sky News - Published on March 14, 2024
British troops 'knowingly exposed' to toxic chemical during Iraq war tell of battles with illness Iraq war veteran Andy Tosh points to his nose where he was treated for skin cancer and shows the red marks on his hand. Sky News - Published on March 13, 2024	UK government 'ignoring' suffering of Palestinians caught in Gaza war, says Iraqi president Iraq's president has said he is "extremely disappointed" with the UK government's response to the war in Gaza - accusing it of "ignoring" the suffering of Palestinians. Sky News - Published on March 7, 2024
Militant group suspected of attack that killed three US troops pauses operations A militant group that's among those suspected of an attack that killed three US soldiers is pausing operations to "prevent embarrassment" to the Iraqi government. Sky News - Published on January 31, 2024	Iraq stun Japan to seal Asian Cup knockout spot Iraq stun Asian Cup favourites Japan to reach the knockout stages thanks to Aymen Hussein's first-half double. BBC Sport - Published on January 19, 2024
Russian crude faces delivery hurdles in India as sanctions bite Russian crude oil tankers face issues delivering at Indian ports due to price cap enforcement by G-7 nations and challenges with shipping entities. India buys from Iraq, UAE, and Saudi Arabia when.. IndiaTimes - Published on January 16, 2024	US 'carries out drone strike' on base of Iranian-backed militia group in Iraq The US has reportedly carried out a drone strike on the base of an Iranian-backed militia in central Baghdad, killing a militia leader it blames for recent attacks on American personnel. Sky News - Published on January 4, 2024
US shoots down drones targeting its troops in Iraq as regional tensions flare Coalition forces have suffered minor injuries during drone attacks at US bases in Iraq, as regional tensions escalate following the deadly explosion at a hospital in Gaza. Sky News - Published on October 19, 2023	Turkey carries out airstrikes in Iraq after suicide attack in Ankara Turkey has carried out an airstrike in northern Iraq after a suicide bombing attack in capital Ankara, its defence ministry said. Sky News - Published on October 1, 2023
Video Shows Start of Iraqi Wedding Fire, Killing Over 100 People New video from inside the horrific fire at a wedding in Iraq shows how quickly the flames spread in only seconds before over 100 people were killed. The clips show the happy couple dancing inside the.. TMZ.com - Published on September 28, 2023	At least 100 people are dead in fire at wedding celebration in Iraq At least 100 people have died and 150 been injured in a fire at a wedding celebration in Iraq's Nineveh province, state media has reported Sky News - Published on September 26, 2023

Iraq

Country in West Asia

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