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Opinion June 24

SEN. BERNIE SANDERS: America must not go to war with Iran

The United States cannot get involved with Iran. We must learn our lessons from Vietnam and Iraq. Trump's Iran strikes and Netanyahu's influence on American policy must be checked.

Iran June 23

Bush's War on Terror vs Trump's Iran approach: How US Middle East strategy evolved

Middle East policy shifted from Bush-era interventions to Trump's approach, with Israel acting against Iran's nuclear program while EU-3 negotiation methods falter.

U.S. Defense & Military Politics June 21

Trump attacks Iran nuclear sites: Are our troops in danger from retaliatory strikes?

Iran warns of consequences for U.S. intervention in its conflict as Trump weighs striking nuclear sites, putting American troops at Middle Eastern bases at increased risk.

Iran June 18

In Iran's ‘forever war’ against the US, regime has targeted and killed Americans worldwide

Iran's resumé against America since the 1979 revolution includes taking hostages, playing a role in the Beirut embassy bombings, funding Taliban and Iraqi proxies and assassination attempts.

Iraq May 28

Rubio urged to punish Iraq with 'maximum pressure' sanctions for its 'complete subjugation' by Iran

GOP lawmakers push for sanctions on Iraq, citing its subjugation by Iran and the need to halt U.S. aid, highlighting past policy failures and security concerns.

Terrorism April 29

ISIS suspect arrested in New Orleans Bourbon Street terror attack that killed 14

Iraq officials have arrested an ISIS member in connection with the Bourbon Street terrorist attack that left 15 people dead on New Year's in New Orleans.

Iraq March 14

Senior Islamic State leader killed in Iraq, Trump says his 'miserable life was terminated'

The leader of the Islamic State in Iraq and Syria has been killed, with U.S. President Donald Trump saying he was "relentlessly hunted down by our intrepid warfighters."

Refugees March 10

Former Iraqi refugee living in Texas pleads guilty to conspiring to support ISIS

Abdulrahman Mohammed Hafedh Alqaysi, 28, pleaded guilty to creating and developing logos for ISIS’s media wing, known as the Kalachnikov team.

Iran March 10

Trump admin ends waiver allowing Iraq to buy Iranian electricity as part of 'maximum pressure' campaign

The Trump administration ended a waiver that allowed the Iraqi government to buy Iranian electricity as part of its "maximum pressure" campaign on the Islamic republic.

Iraq February 28

GOP Rep. Joe Wilson trumpets 'Make Iraq Great Again!' message

Republican Rep. Joe Wilson of South Carolina shared the message "Make Iraq Great Again!" The congressman has indicated that Iran controls Iraq.

Iran February 25

World braces for impact of Trump's 'maximum pressure' sanctions targeting Iran

A new executive order will claw back sanctions waivers offered under the Biden administration to third parties that do business with Iran, with serious implications for global markets.

Barack Obama February 21

Obama fired top military officers to align Pentagon with his policy vision, now Trump set to do the same

President Obama fired top generals and commanders who did not align with his vision over the wars in Afghanistan and Iraq, and now Trump is set to do the same.

Politics February 21

Rep. Cory Mills denies wrongdoing as police investigate alleged 'assault'

Florida Congressman Cory Mills is under investigation for an alleged assault in Washington D.C. on Wednesday and his office tells Ó£ÌÒÊÓƵ he denies any wrongdoing.

Iraq February 17

Iraqi activists seek to oust Iranian influence, normalize ties with Israel

Iraqi activists launched a campaign called "Iraq Only" to reject interference from Iran-aligned armed militias in their nation. Some of the organizers were kidnapped and tortured.

US Army February 15

Shattering the 'iron' ceiling: New series 'Guerrera' explores vital role of US female troops in combat

A new series released on Amazon, YouTube nd Google TV uncovers the little-known details about the team of women who tasked to special forces during the War on Terror and helped change the course of U.S. history.

Media February 9

Democratic senator defends USAID allegedly funding Sesame Street show in Iraq for teaching 'values'

Sen. Chris Coons, D-Del., defended reports that U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) helped to fund a $20 million children’s program in Iraq.

Donald Trump February 5

'Sesame Street in Iraq': USAID's 'wasteful and dangerous' spending exposed by senator

Sen. Joni Ernst, R-Iowa, published a list of USAID funding projects over the years, including pottery classes in Morocco and a version of "Sesame Street" in Iraq.

Iraq January 28

A weakened Iran has Iraq looking to curb Tehran-backed extremists in country

The Iraqi government is looking to gain control of Iranian-aligned armed groups that operate inside of Iraq but outside state control, in yet another sign of Iran's weakened position since October 7.

Terrorism January 6

US, Iraqi forces unleash airstrike on ISIS targets, kill terrorists hiding in cave

U.S. and partner forces in the Middle East launched airstrikes against ISIS fighters over the past week, killing some in a cave and capturing a cell leader.

Terrorism January 3

ISIS increasingly unopposed following US withdrawal from Afghanistan, collapse of Syria

The Islamic State is seeing less resistance in areas of major security concern following the U.S. withdrawal from Afghanistan, the fall of the Assad regime in Syria and potential troop drawdown in Iraq.

National Guard December 30

National Guard soldier dies days after Christmas in 'non-combat' related incident in Iraq

An Indiana National Guard soldier deployed to Iraq in support of Operation Inherent Resolve died Saturday in a non-combat incident, Defense Department officials announced Monday.

Culture December 17

Pope Francis reveals he was nearly assassinated during historic Iraq trip

Pope Francis revealed an attempt on his life was foiled during his historic trip to Iraq, according to reports, reflecting on the event in his upcoming memoir.

Foreign Policy December 11

Biden admin extends $10B Iran sanctions waiver 2 days after Trump election win

The Biden administration has extended a sanctions waiver that allows Iran to access $10 billion in funds from Iraq – a move Republicans say frees up Iran to fund terrorism.

Politics November 16

Republican appears likely to flip majority-Latino California state assembly seat

Republicans in a majority-Latino district in California that includes Indio and Coachella are on course to flip a Democrat state Assembly seat red.

Iran November 13

Iran-linked attacks against US skyrocket by 600% since Oct 2023 Hamas attack on Israel: report

Iran-sanctioned attacks on U.S. personnel has surged since the Oct. 7, 2023, Hamas attacks on Israel as Iran may pressure Washington to ease Israel's fight against Hamas and Hezbollah.

Iraq November 11

Iraq law could lower a girl’s age of consent as an adult from 18 to 9: it ‘legalizes child rape’

The law is going to a second vote by the country's government, but it has opposition from youth activist groups and from 215 women parliamentary members.

Israel November 5

Iran-backed Iraqi militia attacks Haifa, Israel with drones

An Iran-backed Iraqi militia launched a drone attack against Haifa, a port city in northern Israel, early Tuesday, according to Iranian state media.

Syria October 30

US hits ISIS camps in Syria, killing nearly 3 dozen terrorists

U.S. CENTCOM said its forces took out as many as 35 ISIS operatives, including multiple senior ISIS leaders, in a series of airstrikes this week across Syria as the fight against ISIS continues.

Turkey October 24

Turkey hits US-allied Kurds in Syria, Iraq following terrorist attack on defense group

Turkey continued its strikes in Syria and Iraq for a second day following the terrorist attack on a defense company in Ankara, in what Turkey said were targeted hits on PKK terrorist locations.

Donald Trump October 12

'We believe in Donald Trump': More than a dozen Medal of Honor recipients endorse former president

More than a dozen Congressional Medal of Honor recipients endorsed former President Trump in the 2024 presidential race.