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BAGHDAD (AP) — Islamic State militants have reduced the amount of water flowing to government-held areas in Iraq’s western Anbar province, an official said Thursday, the latest in the vicious war as ...
News Iraq » Al Anbar » People: US troops in Iraq’s Anbar as anti-IS campaign expands
A team of US troops was on the ground in Iraq’s Anbar province on Tuesday as Washington steps up efforts to help Iraqi forces battle the Islamic State jihadist group. The Pentagon confirmed about 50 ...
News Iraq » Al Anbar » People: How militias in Anbar could complicate Iraq’s energy ambitions
Securing western Anbar is emerging as a key test of Iraq’s ability to curb armed factions, attract foreign investment and unlock the province’s vast energy potential. Iraqi soldiers from the new ...
News Iraq » Al Anbar » People: Suicide attack kills at least 14 at Iraqi refugee camp
The blast at 60 Kilo camp located west of Anbar Province's capital Ramadi, also wounded 13 people. Daesh claimed responsibility for the attack.
News Iraq » Al Anbar » People: Iraq faces sovereignty test as US-led military coalition exit nears
The United States-led international military coalition will conclude its mission in Iraq by the end of this month, the country’s armed forces have confirmed to state media. Lieutenant General Abdul ...
News Iraq » Al Anbar » People: Names and Surnames: Iraq Edition
The naming system in Iraq has been deeply shaped by a long history dating back to the Mesopotamian civilization, a strong sense of lineage among Arab nomadic tribes, Islamic traditions (especially the ...