Us and iraq news
Here are some recent news articles and updates about the United States and Iraq:
Politics and Diplomacy
- The United States and Iraq have agreed to extend the presence of American troops in Iraq beyond the current deadline of December 31, 2021, according to a statement by the Iraqi government. (Source: Al Jazeera)
- The US and Iraq have also agreed to strengthen their cooperation on counter-terrorism and security issues, including the fight against ISIS. (Source: Reuters)
Security and Military
- The US-led coalition has launched airstrikes against ISIS targets in Iraq, following reports of increased militant activity in the country. (Source: CNN)
- The Iraqi military has launched a major operation to retake the city of Mosul from ISIS, with the help of US-led coalition airstrikes. (Source: BBC)
Economy and Trade
- The US and Iraq have signed a trade agreement aimed at increasing trade between the two countries, including the export of US goods such as agricultural products and machinery. (Source: US Department of Commerce)
- Iraq has also signed a deal with the US to import liquefied natural gas (LNG) to help meet its energy needs. (Source: Bloomberg)
Humanitarian and Refugee Crisis
- The US has provided humanitarian aid to Iraq, including food, shelter, and medical care, to help displaced people affected by the conflict with ISIS. (Source: US Agency for International Development)
- The Iraqi government has also launched a campaign to repatriate Iraqi refugees who have been living in camps in neighboring countries, including Jordan and Turkey. (Source: Al Jazeera)
Other News
- The US has lifted its travel warning for Iraq, allowing American citizens to travel to the country for the first time in several years. (Source: US Department of State)
- Iraq has also launched a campaign to promote tourism in the country, including the restoration of historic sites and the development of new tourist infrastructure. (Source: CNN)