tn.ai (2025-01-29). Iran Welcomes Iraq's Anti-Terrorism National Strategy. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — An Iranian diplomat in Geneva praised Iraq's national strategy to combat terrorism designed for 2021—2025, stressing the need for the continuation of the scheme considering the threat of ISIL (Daesh) terrorist group to the region.

newarab (2025-01-29). Turkish airstrikes on Iraqi Kurdistan kills six civilians. newarab.com Six civilians were killed in two separate airstrikes in Turkey frequently c…

Steven Ganot (2025-01-29). Iraq Reduces Gas Flaring by 70% in Push for Energy Reform. themedialine.org

newarab (2025-01-29). Kurdish parties struggle to form government in Iraqi Kurdistan. newarab.com Efforts to establish a new government in This political deadlock has cast uncertainty over the r…

The Independent (2025-01-29). Madhvani seeks more 10,000 hectares of land for Amuru Sugar Project. independent.co.ug Amuru, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Madhvani Group of companies has shown interest in acquiring additional 10,000 acres of land in Kololo Parish, Lakang Sub-County in Amuru district for the establishment of a sugar factory plant through the Amuru Sugar Works Ltd. The move was revealed by Amuru district leaders who held a meeting with …

newarab (2025-01-28). Turkish airstrikes on Iraqi Kurdistan kills six civilians. newarab.com Six civilians were killed in two separate airstrikes in Turkey frequently c…

newarab (2025-01-28). Turkish airstrikes on Iraqi Kurdistan kills six civilians. newarab.com Six civilians were killed in two separate airstrikes in Turkey frequently c…

newarab (2025-01-27). Iran's weakening 'will not harm Iraq': deputy parliament speaker. newarab.com Iraq will not be negatively affected by the weakening of Mohsen al-Mandalawi spoke to Reuters in a recent interview after seismic shifts in the Middle East that have seen Iran's armed allies in Gaza and

newarab (2025-01-25). Russia-Israel researcher Tsurkov 'still alive' in Iraq captivity. newarab.com Russian-Israeli researcher Tsurkov was abducted in March 2023 while in Baghdad and is believed to be held by the Iran-linked Iraqi militia Although there has only been o…

presstv.ir (2025-01-25). Iran receives International Gandhi Peace Prize for supporting Palestinians. presstv.ir Iran has been awarded the International Gandhi Peace Prize for its peaceful efforts and support for Palestinians amid the Israeli regime's genocidal war in the Gaza Strip.

newarab (2025-01-24). Russia-Israel researcher Tsurkov 'still alive' in Iraq captivity. newarab.com Russian-Israeli researcher Tsurkov was abducted in March 2023 while in Baghdad and is believed to be held by the Iran-linked Iraqi militia Although there has only been o…

newarab (2025-01-24). Russia-Israel researcher Tsurkov 'still alive' in Iraq captivity. newarab.com Russian-Israeli researcher Tsurkov was abducted in March 2023 while in Baghdad and is believed to be held by the Iran-linked Iraqi militia Although there has only been o…

newarab (2025-01-24). Iraq amnesty could free prisoners convicted of fighting for IS. newarab.com The Iraqi parliament has passed an amnesty law that could lead to the release of thousands of prisoners, including Iraqis convicted of A copy of the law seen by Reuters shows that those found guilty of terrorism leading to murder or disability, manslaughter, vandalising government institutions, and r…

newarab (2025-01-24). Iraq unveils massive oil discovery, bolstering global reserves. newarab.com In a pivotal development, Mohammed Yassin Hassan, Director General of Midland Oil Company said in a statement, "Under the guidance of the…

Alisha, Josh Garber (2025-01-24). Five things Friday roundup: Things I've learned living in Babylon. anabaptistworld.org For followers of Christ, living in the shadow of empire is nothing new. The early Christians navigated life within the Roman Empire, interpreting its systems of power through the coded imagery of Babylon — another empire — found in the book of Revelation. Similarly, the early Anabaptists, whose movement began 500 years ago this week, …

newarab (2025-01-23). Iraq parliament passes disputed laws, could allow child marriage. newarab.com The legislati…

Zane McNeill (2025-01-23). DOJ Halts All Civil Rights Cases Following Trump's Directives. truthout.org The U.S. Justice Department (DOJ) has directed its Civil Rights Division to halt ongoing litigation and refrain from initiating new cases as President Donald Trump embarks on a purge of federal Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) programs in his first days in office. This pause comes as Harmeet Dhillon, a Republican lawyer known for advocating conservative causes and serving as the GOP's… |

presstv.ir (2025-01-20). Iraq's Kata'ib Hezbollah: Zionist regime sustained irreparable defeat. presstv.ir Kata'ib Hezbollah has described the Gaza ceasefire deal and release of Palestinian prisoners as an "irreparable defeat" for the Zionist regime.

newarab (2025-01-20). Iraqi parliament 'secretly' passes National Intelligence law. newarab.com

WSWS (2025-01-20). Another set of Israeli lies collapses: Prosecutor admits no evidence of rape in October 7 attack. wsws.org Israel's entire narrative surrounding the events of October 7 has been shown to be a pack of lies.

NEOB (2025-01-20). Eskom to reach 300 days of no load shedding at midnight. sanews.gov.za Eskom to reach 300 days of no load shedding at midnight | At midnight tonight, Eskom will reach 300 days without implementing load shedding — a milestone not seen since June 2018. | Eskom has shown vast improvement since the implementation of the Energy Action Plan introduced by President Cyril Ramaphosa in July 2022, as well as the implementation of the power utility's own Generation Recovery Plan. | "This performance has also resulted in year-to-date diesel savings of R16.42 billion [year-on-year], which is about 62.9% less than the R26.09 billion spent during the same period last year, as a result of the…

RONALD MUSOKE (2025-01-20). Agro-chemicals killing Ugandans. independent.co.ug 459 brands and at least 115 active ingredients blamed ANALYSIS | RONALD MUSOKE | A consortium of civil society organisations (CSOs) has in a Jan.05 statement shown concern about the continued wrong use of dangerous pesticides in the country. Members of the concerned CSOs mainly work to promote sustainable agricultural trade, food safety and sovereignty, climate …

presstv.ir (2025-01-19). Qassam Brigades: Al-Aqsa Strom final nail in Israeli regime's coffin. presstv.ir Hamas has extended its gratitude towards Iran and members of the regional Resistance Front, saying Operation al-Aqsa Strom hammered the final nail in the Israeli regime's coffin.

Mnar Adley (2025-01-16). The Resistance Is Not Dead, With Ghadi Francis. mintpressnews.com The coming year is promising to be a crucial one in the history of West Asia. Just weeks have passed since the ouster of Syria's Bashar al-Assad and his replacement with pro-Western leader Abu Mohammed al-Jolani. | Syria was a key member of the so-called "Axis of Resistance" — a coalition of actors opposing Israel and its actions. What will Assad's departure mean for the resistance against Israel, especially given Jolani's overt friendliness with Tel Aviv? Given their new government, what is in store for Lebanon and Hezbollah now? And how about Iraq and Yemen? | To discuss all of this and more is returning…

Human Rights Watch (2025-01-16). Iraq: Repressive Laws Roll Back Rights. hrw.org Click to expand Image | A woman walks holding a placard as activists demonstrate against female child marriages, in Tahrir Square, central Baghdad, July 28, 2024. | © 2024 Ahmad Al-Rubaye / AFP via Getty Images | (Beirut) — The Iraqi government ramped up attacks on rights by passing or attempting to pass draconian laws that would restrict Iraqis' freedoms throughout 2024, Human Rights Watch said today in its World Report 2025.For the 546-page world report, in its 35th edition, Human Rights Watch reviewed human rights practices in more than 100 countries. In much of the world, Executive Director Tira…

Human Rights Watch (2025-01-16). Retreat and Resistance in Dark Times. hrw.org Play Video | (New York) — The events of 2024 have shown that even in the darkest times there are those who dare to resist oppression and demonstrate the courage to seek progress, said Tirana Hassan, executive director at Human Rights Watch, today in releasing the organization's World Report 2025. In the face of rising authoritarianism, repression, and armed conflict, governments should respect and defend universal human rights with more rigor and urgency than ever, and civil society should remain steadfast in holding them accountable.For the 546-page world report, in its 35th edition, Human Rights Watch…

Jeremy Kuzmarov (2025-01-15). North Korea Has Survived 75 Years of Barbaric Imperial Attack Under the Stewardship of the Much Maligned Kim Dynasty. covertactionmagazine.com Development of nuclear weapons has enabled North Korea to avoid the fate of Libya, Syria and Iraq Over the last 75 years, North Korea has been invaded and bombed back to the stone age by the United States, subjected to unprecedented economic warfare, vilified in the international media and had its population targeted in a …

presstv.ir (2025-01-15). Iraqi PM: Iran was in Syria to fight terrorism; presence requested by Damascus. presstv.ir Iraq's PM says Iran's presence in Syria was at the official request of the Assad government with the aim of helping the battle against terrorism.

newarab (2025-01-15). Iraq and BP sign landmark deal to redevelop Kirkuk oil fields. newarab.com

The Independent (2025-01-15). REPORT: Buganda region registers highest cases of child marriages. independent.co.ug Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The main Census findings have shown that the Buganda region has the highest cases of child marriages across the country raising concerns among local leaders. The Children (Amendment) Act 2016 emphasizes the right of every child to education and places responsibilities on parents and the state to ensure children attend …

presstv.ir (2025-01-12). Iranian citizen detained in Italy released, set to return home. presstv.ir Iranian citizen Mohammad Abedini Najafabadi was released from Italy jail and is set to return home within few hours.

dzorinoco (2025-01-09). The 3 Times that Baathist Syria Refused to Betray the Resistance. orinocotribune.com By Mohammad Hussein Wazarati — Jan 6, 2025 | "One must avoid being negligent about the enemy, one must not underestimate the enemy, and one must not trust the enemy's smile. Sometimes the enemy speaks to a person with a pleasant tone and with a smile, but carries a dagger behind his back, waiting for the right opportunity."—Ayatollah Sayed Ali Khamenei, December 11, 2024 | The first time
| On May 4, 2003, just three days after the fall of Saddam Hussein's regime and the US occupation of Iraq, Colin Powell, then US secretary of State, traveled to Syria on George W Bush's orders. Regarding his meet…

tn.ai (2025-01-09). Iraqi PM Highlights Ayatollah Khamenei's Positive Regional Perspective. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — Iraqi Prime Minister Mohammed Shia' Al Sudani highlighted the positive outlook of Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyed Ali Khamenei regarding the region and the need for fostering strong regional ties.

The Media Line Staff (2025-01-09). Israel Intensifies Efforts To Free Researcher Abducted in Iraq. themedialine.org

tn.ai (2025-01-09). US Occupying Forces' Presence in Iraq Illegal: Ayatollah Khamenei. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyed Ali Khamenei warned against the illegal presence of US occupation forces in Iraq.

Tarique Niazi (2025-01-09). The Drought That Felled Assad. fpif.org The meteorological drought that swept through the Fertile Crescent (stretching from the Tigris and Euphrates to the Nile Valley) in the 2000s finally ended up undoing the Assad regime in Syria and forcing Bashar al-Assad to flee to Moscow

Prof Michel Chossudovsky (2025-01-09). Video: End of Trudeau Era. Canada's Transition to a New Government. globalresearch.ca CGTN's Xu Qinduo talks with Prof. Michel Chossudovsky, Prof. Radhika Desai and Benoit Hardy-Chartrand on the resignation of Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and the factors which contributed to such decision. | Click the link below the image to watch the …

newarab (2025-01-09). Al-Qaradawi's X account shut down after UAE deportation. newarab.com

Ana Luisa Brown (2025-01-09). Migration; a burning point in El Salvador. plenglish.com The issue is frequently shown in the pages of the country's main media and is the subject of analysis by experts, as is the case this Thursday in an article in the newspaper El Mundo that points out that there are more than 361,800 Salvadorans in the United States with expulsion orders. | Local migrants make up the fourth group with the highest number of deportation orders after Mexico, Honduras and Guatemala, according to a survey by the Inter-American Dialogue (DIA), a U.S. think tank based in Washington, the newspaper said. | If such expulsion were to happen, it would have an immediate impact on remittances,…

Mike Whitney (2025-01-08). The Syria Carve-Up Creates a De Facto Israel-Turkey Border Ensuring a Broader Middle East War. globalresearch.ca One Plan To Guide Them All: "…..The dissolution of Syria and Iraq… into ethnically or religiously unique areas… is Israel's primary target… while the dissolution of the military power of those states serves as the primary short-term …

tn.ai (2025-01-08). Iran, Iraq Share Concerns about Syria: Pezeshkian. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — Calling for plans to ensure Syria's stability and territorial integrity, Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian said Tehran and Baghdad have common concerns about the situation in Syria.

Sukant Chandan (2025-01-08). Lessons from Iraq, Libya, and Syria: Resistance, Betrayal, and Collapse. counterpunch.org The tumultuous collapses of Iraq, Libya and Syria offer stark parallels and contrasts, shedding light on the complex interplay of foreign intervention, internal strife and the fragile dynamics of power in the Middle East. At the heart of anti-colonialism lie two principles which, at first glance, seem to stand in direct opposition. The first calls

newarab (2025-01-08). Iraq's power crisis worsens as PM seeks solution via Tehran. newarab.com The cri…

tn.ai (2025-01-08). Iraqi PM Visits Iran. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — Heading a high-ranking delegation, Prime Minister of Iraq Muhammad Shia' al-Sudani arrived in Tehran on Wednesday, January 8, for an official visit.

tn.ai (2025-01-08). Iran, Iraq Perfectly Suited for Regional Economic Hub: Pezeshkian. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — Iran and Iraq are located in a unique geographical position to form an economic hub in the region, Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian said.

Felicity Arbuthnot (2025-01-08). US-NATO's "Counter-Christmas Crusade" against the Cradle of Civilization and the Holy Land. globalresearch.ca it was the Orthodox Church of the Holy Land which first spotted the dangers of a creeping hate campaign, responding on 31st March 2003, as the bombs fell on Iraq, by excommunicating Tony Blair and George W. Bush from the Church of the Nativity, for life.

Vijay Prashad (2025-01-08). The Ugly Face of War That Casualty Numbers Don't Reveal. orinocotribune.com By Vijay Prashad — Dec 30, 2024 | In the apartment of my friends in Baghdad (Iraq), they tell me about how each of them had been impacted by the ugliness of the US-imposed illegal war on their country that began in 2003. Yusuf and Anisa are unusual people, both members of the Federation of Journalists of Iraq and both with experience as "stringers" for Western media companies that came to Baghdad amid the war. When I first went to their apartment for dinner in the well-positioned Waziriyah district, I was struck by the fact that Anisa—who I had known as a secular person—wore a veil on her face. "

presstv.ir (2025-01-08). Pezeshkian: Iran seeks peace in region; Iraq enjoys stability as Daesh vanquished. presstv.ir Iraq's prime minister travels to Iran's capital Tehran for talks Iranian officials, including President Masoud Pezeshkian.

newarab (2025-01-08). Lebanon to extradite late Muslim cleric al-Qaradawi's son to UAE. newarab.com Lebanon is set to extradite the son of late senior Muslim cleric

Steve Topple (2025-01-08). Elon Musk's new plaything Rupert Lowe just made an absolute arse of himself in parliament. thecanary.co Alleged businessman, faux-farmer, and far-right miscreant Rupert Lowe has already shown he's got what it takes to be Reform UK leader. That is, in parliament on Wednesday 8 January he showed just how seriously him and his grifting il take the business of politics — or rather, they don't take it seriously at all. No […] | By

Mike Whitney (2025-01-08). The Syria Carve-Up Creates a De Facto Israel-Turkey Border Ensuring a Broader Middle East War. globalresearch.ca One Plan To Guide Them All: "…..The dissolution of Syria and Iraq… into ethnically or religiously unique areas… is Israel's primary target… while the dissolution of the military power of those states serves as the primary short-term …

tn.ai (2025-01-08). Iran, Iraq Share Concerns about Syria: Pezeshkian. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — Calling for plans to ensure Syria's stability and territorial integrity, Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian said Tehran and Baghdad have common concerns about the situation in Syria.

Sukant Chandan (2025-01-08). Lessons from Iraq, Libya, and Syria: Resistance, Betrayal, and Collapse. counterpunch.org The tumultuous collapses of Iraq, Libya and Syria offer stark parallels and contrasts, shedding light on the complex interplay of foreign intervention, internal strife and the fragile dynamics of power in the Middle East. At the heart of anti-colonialism lie two principles which, at first glance, seem to stand in direct opposition. The first calls

newarab (2025-01-08). Iraq's power crisis worsens as PM seeks solution via Tehran. newarab.com The cri…

tn.ai (2025-01-08). Iraqi PM Visits Iran. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — Heading a high-ranking delegation, Prime Minister of Iraq Muhammad Shia' al-Sudani arrived in Tehran on Wednesday, January 8, for an official visit.

tn.ai (2025-01-08). Iran, Iraq Perfectly Suited for Regional Economic Hub: Pezeshkian. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — Iran and Iraq are located in a unique geographical position to form an economic hub in the region, Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian said.

Felicity Arbuthnot (2025-01-08). US-NATO's "Counter-Christmas Crusade" against the Cradle of Civilization and the Holy Land. globalresearch.ca it was the Orthodox Church of the Holy Land which first spotted the dangers of a creeping hate campaign, responding on 31st March 2003, as the bombs fell on Iraq, by excommunicating Tony Blair and George W. Bush from the Church of the Nativity, for life.

Vijay Prashad (2025-01-08). The Ugly Face of War That Casualty Numbers Don't Reveal. orinocotribune.com By Vijay Prashad — Dec 30, 2024 | In the apartment of my friends in Baghdad (Iraq), they tell me about how each of them had been impacted by the ugliness of the US-imposed illegal war on their country that began in 2003. Yusuf and Anisa are unusual people, both members of the Federation of Journalists of Iraq and both with experience as "stringers" for Western media companies that came to Baghdad amid the war. When I first went to their apartment for dinner in the well-positioned Waziriyah district, I was struck by the fact that Anisa—who I had known as a secular person—wore a veil on her face. "

presstv.ir (2025-01-08). Pezeshkian: Iran seeks peace in region; Iraq enjoys stability as Daesh vanquished. presstv.ir Iraq's prime minister travels to Iran's capital Tehran for talks Iranian officials, including President Masoud Pezeshkian.

newarab (2025-01-08). Lebanon to extradite late Muslim cleric al-Qaradawi's son to UAE. newarab.com Lebanon is set to extradite the son of late senior Muslim cleric

Steve Topple (2025-01-08). Elon Musk's new plaything Rupert Lowe just made an absolute arse of himself in parliament. thecanary.co Alleged businessman, faux-farmer, and far-right miscreant Rupert Lowe has already shown he's got what it takes to be Reform UK leader. That is, in parliament on Wednesday 8 January he showed just how seriously him and his grifting il take the business of politics — or rather, they don't take it seriously at all. No […] | By

newarab (2025-01-07). Western team pushes for Israeli researcher's release in Iraq. newarab.com A Western diplomatic team and local Iraqi parties are in "continuous contact" to secure the release of "Contacts are being conducted by a team from several countries, under the protection and coordination of an international coalition, in an informal manner, with Iraqi parties participating in the political process,…

newarab (2025-01-07). Iraq approves Basra-Haditha pipeline amid regional tensions. newarab.com The The pipeline, estimated to cost 5.97 trillion Iraqi dinars…

aljazeera (2025-01-07). Lebanon approves extradition of Egyptian activist al-Qaradawi to UAE. aljazeera.com Amnesty International warns Abdul Rahman al-Qaradawi could be at risk of human rights violations if extradited to UAE.

newarab (2025-01-07). Family urges Lebanon to free Egypt poet Abdulrahman al-Qaradawi. newarab.com

newarab (2025-01-07). Western team pushes for Israeli researcher's release in Iraq. newarab.com A Western diplomatic team and local Iraqi parties are in "continuous contact" to secure the release of "Contacts are being conducted by a team from several countries, under the protection and coordination of an international coalition, in an informal manner, with Iraqi parties participating in the political process,…

newarab (2025-01-07). Iraq approves Basra-Haditha pipeline amid regional tensions. newarab.com The The pipeline, estimated to cost 5.97 trillion Iraqi dinars…

newarab (2025-01-07). Family urges Lebanon to free Egypt poet Abdulrahman al-Qaradawi. newarab.com

presstv.ir (2025-01-06). Iran, Russia to sign comprehensive cooperation agreement in 'mid-January'. presstv.ir The Iranian and Russian presidents will sign a comprehensive agreement for long-term cooperation in Moscow in mid-January.

Binoy Kampmark (2025-01-06). Frail Egos and Sandpit Colonialism: Australia, the United States and Invading Iraq. counterpunch.org Former Australian Prime Minister John Howard is in the news again. The release of Australian cabinet documents from 2004 — a supposed treat for historians of Australian history each new year — has been given a typically modest, calm and boringly anodyne treatment in media outlets. One topic featured should have caused continued sharp intakes of breath

newarab (2025-01-06). Iraqi PM Al-Sudani dismisses regime change speculation. newarab.com Iraqi Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani has dismissed speculation about regime change in His remarks, delivered on Saturday during a memorial event for the 2003 assassination of Mohammed Baqir al-Hakim, underscored Iraq's sovereig…

newarab (2025-01-06). Iraq marks Army Day amid calls for weapon oversight by military. newarab.com The event, under the theme, "A Hand…

Staff (2025-01-06). Indonesia se adhiere a los BRICS como miembro de pleno derecho del grupo (+ Video). cubadebate.cu Indonesia se convirtió en un miembro de pleno derecho del grupo BRICS, comunicó el Gobierno brasileño, que ostenta la presidencia rotativa de la asociación a partir del 1 de enero de 2025. La candidatura de Indonesia fue respaldada por consenso de los líderes del grupo en la Cumbre de Johannesburgo en agosto de 2023.

newarab (2025-01-06). Family urges Lebanon to free Egypt poet Abdulrahman al-Qaradawi. newarab.com

Owen Schalk, Canadian Dimension. (2025-01-06). Why Be A Doormat? popularresistance.org US President-elect Donald Trump recently referred to Canada as the "51st State" and Prime Minister Justin Trudeau as its "governor." While on one level, such ridiculous statements are part and parcel of Trump's political persona, they reveal something deeper about the role that Canada occupies in the American economy and political imagination. This is an issue that the Canadian Marxist historian Stanley B. Ryerson explored in a pamphlet entitled "Why Be a Doormat?" published by the Labor-Progressive Party in 1948. | "Canadians need complete and permanent union with the US… Since Canada has shown that she cannot…

WSWS (2025-01-06). Taiwan's former presidential candidate Ko Wen-je charged with bribery. wsws.org Ko is the second major politician to face anti-graft investigations and charges since President Lai Ching-te took power in May 2024. Both have shown an interest in competing for president in 2028, and they were and continue to be Lai's political opponents.