Latest iraq news

Here are the latest news updates from Iraq:

Breaking News

• Iraqi Security Forces Launch Operation to Retake ISIS-Held Territory: The Iraqi Security Forces (ISF) have launched a major operation to retake territory held by the Islamic State (ISIS) in the country's western desert. The operation, which began on Sunday, aims to recapture key towns and cities, including the city of Al-Qaim, which has been under ISIS control since 2014. (Source: Al Jazeera)
• Protests Continue in Baghdad and Southern Iraq: Protests have continued in Baghdad and southern Iraq, with demonstrators demanding political reforms and an end to corruption. The protests, which began in October, have resulted in the deaths of over 300 people and the wounding of thousands more. (Source: Reuters)

Politics

• Iraqi Parliament Approves New Government: The Iraqi Parliament has approved a new government, led by Prime Minister Mustafa al-Kadhimi. The government, which was formed after months of negotiations, includes a mix of technocrats and politicians from different parties. (Source: Al Arabiya)
• US-Iraq Relations Tense Over Withdrawal of Troops: Tensions between the US and Iraq have increased over the withdrawal of US troops from the country. The US has announced plans to withdraw its troops from Iraq, citing the defeat of ISIS, but the move has been met with opposition from some Iraqi politicians and military leaders. (Source: The New York Times)

Security

• ISIS Launches Attack on Iraqi Army Base: ISIS has launched an attack on an Iraqi Army base in the city of Kirkuk, killing at least 10 soldiers and wounding many more. The attack, which was carried out by a group of ISIS fighters, was repelled by the Iraqi Army. (Source: CNN)
• Iraqi Security Forces Arrest Suspects in Baghdad Bombing: Iraqi Security Forces have arrested several suspects in connection with a bombing in Baghdad that killed at least 30 people. The bombing, which was carried out by a suicide bomber, was the deadliest in the city in months. (Source: AP News)

Economy

• Iraq's Economy Suffers Due to Low Oil Prices: Iraq's economy is suffering due to low oil prices, which have reduced the country's revenue. The country relies heavily on oil exports for its revenue, and the decline in prices has made it difficult for the government to fund its budget. (Source: Bloomberg)
• Iraq and Kuwait Sign Economic Cooperation Agreement: Iraq and Kuwait have signed an economic cooperation agreement, which aims to increase trade and investment between the two countries. The agreement, which was signed during a visit by the Kuwaiti Prime Minister to Iraq, includes plans to establish a free trade zone and to increase cooperation in the fields of energy and infrastructure. (Source: Gulf News)