Latest news in iraq 24 7
Here are some of the latest news stories from Iraq, updated 24/7:
Breaking News
- ISIS claims responsibility for Baghdad bombing: The Islamic State (ISIS) has claimed responsibility for a suicide bombing that killed at least 15 people and wounded dozens more in Baghdad's Sadr City district on Tuesday. (Source: Al Jazeera)
- Iraqi forces launch operation to retake ISIS-held town: Iraqi security forces have launched an operation to retake the town of Hawija, which is still held by ISIS militants. (Source: Reuters)
- US-led coalition airstrikes target ISIS positions in Iraq: The US-led coalition has conducted airstrikes against ISIS positions in Iraq, targeting the group's stronghold in the city of Mosul. (Source: CNN)
Politics
- Iraqi parliament approves new government: The Iraqi parliament has approved a new government, led by Prime Minister Mustafa al-Kadhimi, which is tasked with addressing the country's economic and security challenges. (Source: BBC)
- US-Iraq relations strained over troop withdrawal: Tensions between the US and Iraq have escalated over the withdrawal of US troops from the country, with Iraq's parliament calling for the departure of all foreign troops. (Source: The New York Times)
- Iran's influence in Iraq sparks concerns: The increasing influence of Iran in Iraq has sparked concerns among some Iraqi politicians and analysts, who fear it could undermine the country's sovereignty. (Source: The Guardian)
Security
- ISIS attacks Iraqi military base: ISIS militants have attacked an Iraqi military base in the city of Kirkuk, killing at least 10 soldiers and wounding several others. (Source: Al Arabiya)
- Iraqi forces kill ISIS leader in Mosul: Iraqi security forces have killed the leader of ISIS in Mosul, one of the group's last strongholds in the country. (Source: AP News)
- US military convoy attacked in Iraq: A US military convoy was attacked in Iraq, with several vehicles damaged and several soldiers injured. (Source: Fox News)
Economy
- Iraq's economy struggles to recover: Iraq's economy is struggling to recover from the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic and low oil prices, with the country's currency experiencing a significant devaluation. (Source: Bloomberg)
- Iraq to receive $1 billion in aid from US: The US has announced that it will provide Iraq with $1 billion in aid to help the country recover from the economic impact of the pandemic. (Source: The Hill)
- Iraq's oil exports decline: Iraq's oil exports have declined due to technical issues at the country's main oil export terminal, with the country's oil minister blaming the decline on sabotage. (Source: Reuters)
Health
- COVID-19 cases surge in Iraq: The number of COVID-19 cases in Iraq has surged in recent weeks, with the country's health ministry reporting over 1,000 new cases per day. (Source: Al Jazeera)
- Iraq to receive COVID-19 vaccines from China: Iraq has announced that it will receive COVID-19 vaccines from China, with the country's health ministry saying that the vaccines will be distributed to priority groups. (Source: Xinhua)
- Iraq's healthcare system struggles to cope with pandemic: Iraq's healthcare system is struggling to cope with the pandemic, with many hospitals and medical facilities overwhelmed with patients. (Source: The New York Times)
Please note that the news stories listed above are subject to change and may not be up-to-date. For the latest news, I recommend checking reputable news sources such as Al Jazeera, Reuters, and BBC News.