Country
Iraq
Iraq is a country in the Middle East. It is a focal point of geopolitical conflict, hosting US military bases and being the site of frequent attacks by Iran-backed militias.
Why it’s in the news: It is in the news due to escalating military conflict between US-led forces and Iran-backed groups operating within its borders.
Latest on Iraq
- What does a hit film about the Iraq war say about Chinese views of the world?
- US lifts sanctions on Iraqi airline linked to Iran's Revolutionary Guards
- U.S., Saudis attack Iran-backed groups in Iraq, threatening to intensify conflict
- US, Saudi forces strike Iran-backed 'terrorists' in Iraq: US military
- US-Iran fighting escalates as explosions heard near US base in Iraq, sirens in Bahrain
- US military reports another soldier killed in northern Iraq
- Saudi Arabia borders Iraq
- Iran borders Iraq
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