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Iraq has increased its gold reserves by 10 tons, totaling 162.7 tons, according to the World Gold Council. This amount comprises 13.6% of its total reserves, ranking Iraq 28th in …
Iraq Enhances Gold Reserves, Ranks Fourth in Arab World According to WGC Read More
TikTok has launched the “Safer Together” initiative in Iraq, aimed at promoting digital literacy and media awareness among youth aged 13-18. The initiative will reach over 33,250 participants and includes …
TikTok’s ‘Safer Together’ Initiative Enhances Digital Literacy in Iraq Read More
Iraq’s Shiite Coordination Framework has agreed on the PMF Retirement Law, maintaining the retirement age at 60. Prime Minister Mohammed Shia Al-Sudani can extend service by five years. The vote …
Iraq to Vote on PMF Retirement Law Next Week Read More
The Iraqi government has struggled to disarm Iran-aligned armed groups, which refuse to integrate into formal military institutions despite discussions with government officials. Groups such as Kataeb Hezbollah and Asa’ib …
Iraq’s Struggle with Armed Groups: Disarmament Efforts In Jeopardy Read More
Mohammad Javad Zarif has resigned from his position as Iran’s Vice President for Strategic Affairs, citing intense pressure and personal attacks over the past six months. His resignation comes amid …
Iran’s Zarif Resigns as Vice President Amidst Rising Pressures and Political Tensions Read More
Syrian transitional President Ahmad Al-Sharaa has commissioned a committee to draft a constitutional declaration following the National Dialogue Conference held on February 25. The decree, published by SANA, appoints seven …
Syria’s Al-Sharaa Issues Directive for Constitutional Draft Amid Transition Challenges Read More
Hundreds of protesters gathered at the West Qurna 1 oil field in Basra on Sunday, demanding jobs. Despite police attempts to disperse them, protests will continue. Local engineers claim that …
Protests Erupt in Basra Oil Field Amid Job Shortages and Police Intervention Read More
David Schenker, former US Assistant Secretary of State, stated that President Trump’s policies tied Iraq to his pressure campaign against Iran during remarks at the 2025 Erbil Forum. He noted …
Trump’s Maximum Pressure Campaign: Iraq’s Role in US Strategy Against Iran Read More
Former US Assistant Secretary David Schenker stated that President Trump’s foreign policy linked Iraq to his maximum pressure campaign against Iran. At the Erbil Forum, he noted that US support …
US Policy on Iraq Under Trump Linked to Iran Pressure Campaign Read More
Syria aims to restore trade with Iraq but faces governmental hesitation. While private sectors manage limited exchanges, political stability in Syria is a prerequisite for formal trade resumption. Banking issues …
Political Hesitation Hinders Syria-Iraq Trade Restoration Read More