Iraq

Country Iraq
Capital Baghdad
Continent Asia
Currency Iraqi dinar (IQD)
Languages Arabic & Kurdish

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Formerly part of the Ottoman Empire, Iraq was occupied by Britain during the course of World War I; in 1920, it was declared a League of Nations mandate under UK administration. In stages over the next dozen years, Iraq attained its independence as a kingdom in 1932. A "republic" was proclaimed in 1958, but in actuality a series of strongmen ruled the country until 2003. The last was SADDAM Husayn. Territorial disputes with Iran led to an inconclusive and costly eight-year war (1980-88). In August 1990, Iraq seized Kuwait but was expelled by US-led, UN coalition forces during the Gulf War of January-February 1991. Following Kuwait's liberation, the UN Security Council (UNSC) required Iraq to scrap all weapons of mass destruction and long-range missiles and to allow UN verification inspections. Continued Iraqi noncompliance with UNSC resolutions over a period of 12 years led to the US-led invasion of Iraq in March 2003 and the ouster of the SADDAM Husayn regime. US forces remained in Iraq under a UNSC mandate through 2009 and under a bilateral security agreement thereafter, helping to provide security and to train and mentor Iraqi security forces. In October 2005, Iraqis approved a constitution in a national referendum and, pursuant to this document, elected a 275-member Council of Representatives (CoR) in December 2005. After the election, Ibrahim al-JAAFARI was selected as prime minister; he was replaced by Nuri al-MALIKI in May 2006. The CoR approved most cabinet ministers in May 2006, marking the transition to Iraq's first constitutional government in nearly a half century. On 31 January 2009, Iraq held elections for provincial councils in all provinces except for the three provinces comprising the Kurdistan Regional Government and at-Ta'mim (Kirkuk) province.

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Iraq - Wikipedia
Iraq - CIA World Fact Book
Iraq - BBC
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India beat Iraq 5-0, a step away from Women's Asian Cup qualification - The Hindu
  1. India beat Iraq 5-0, a step away from Women's Asian Cup qualification  The Hindu
  2. India edge closer to Women's Asia Cup qualification with Iraq thrashing  India Today
  3. Table-toppers India ready for penultimate AFC Women’s Asian Cup qualification test against Iraq  AIFF
  4. India knocks out Iraq, remains top of Group B in AFC Women’s Asian Cup 2026 Qualifiers  Sportstar
  5. India vs Iraq Highlights, AFC Women’s Asian Cup 2026 Qualifiers: IND 5-0 IRQ; Blue Tigresses win third consecutive match  Sportstar
  6. AFC Women's Asian Cup 2026 Qualifiers: Indian football team beats Iraq 5-0 to strengthen bid to qualify for main draw  Olympics.com


Climate and mobility in the Middle East June 2025: Al-Qadissiya, Iraq - ReliefWebClimate and mobility in the Middle East June 2025: Al-Qadissiya, Iraq  ReliefWeb

Explosive drone intercepted near Irbil airport in northern Iraq, security statement says - Arab NewsExplosive drone intercepted near Irbil airport in northern Iraq, security statement says  Arab News

Big Attack In Iraq; Rockets Hit Kirkuk Airport Military Zone Runway. Two Injured | Watch Video - Times of IndiaBig Attack In Iraq; Rockets Hit Kirkuk Airport Military Zone Runway. Two Injured | Watch Video  Times of India

Kurdish fighters in northern Iraq to hand over weapons in first step toward disarmament - theweek.inKurdish fighters in northern Iraq to hand over weapons in first step toward disarmament  theweek.in

Iraq War | Summary, Causes, Dates, Combatants, Casualties, & Facts - BritannicaIraq War | Summary, Causes, Dates, Combatants, Casualties, & Facts  Britannica

India a step away from Women's Asian Cup qualification after blanking Iraq - AIFFIndia a step away from Women's Asian Cup qualification after blanking Iraq  AIFF

How regional shifts may shape the future of the Iraq-Syria relationship - Amwaj.mediaHow regional shifts may shape the future of the Iraq-Syria relationship  Amwaj.media

Balancing acts and breaking points: Iraq’s US-Iran dilemma - Atlantic CouncilBalancing acts and breaking points: Iraq’s US-Iran dilemma  Atlantic Council

Iraq: New US$930 Million Project to Extend and Modernize Railways, Promote Regional Connectivity and Boost Growth - World BankIraq: New US$930 Million Project to Extend and Modernize Railways, Promote Regional Connectivity and Boost Growth  World Bank

News - Bidens Celebrate Independence Day With Troops in Iraq - DVIDSNews - Bidens Celebrate Independence Day With Troops in Iraq  DVIDS

What Do Iraq’s Persecuted Yazidis Believe? - Christianity TodayWhat Do Iraq’s Persecuted Yazidis Believe?  Christianity Today

Kurdish fighters in northern Iraq to hand over weapons in first step toward disarmament - AP NewsKurdish fighters in northern Iraq to hand over weapons in first step toward disarmament  AP News

AFC Women’s Asian Cup qualifiers: Table-topper India gears up for Iraq challenge - SportstarAFC Women’s Asian Cup qualifiers: Table-topper India gears up for Iraq challenge  Sportstar

Iran-Iraq War | Causes, Summary, Casualties, Chemical Weapons, Dates, & Facts - BritannicaIran-Iraq War | Causes, Summary, Casualties, Chemical Weapons, Dates, & Facts  Britannica

News - On the Ground: Troops Transform Iraq One Village at a Time - DVIDSNews - On the Ground: Troops Transform Iraq One Village at a Time  DVIDS

Iraq - British Occupation, Mandatory Regime - BritannicaIraq - British Occupation, Mandatory Regime  Britannica

News - Bush Says Prevailing in Iraq Essential - DVIDSNews - Bush Says Prevailing in Iraq Essential  DVIDS

India vs Iraq LIVE streaming info: Where to watch AFC Women’s Asian Cup Qualifier between IND and IRQ? - SportstarIndia vs Iraq LIVE streaming info: Where to watch AFC Women’s Asian Cup Qualifier between IND and IRQ?  Sportstar

News - On the Ground: Forces Build Cooperation, Security in Iraq - DVIDSNews - On the Ground: Forces Build Cooperation, Security in Iraq  DVIDS

News - Diyala ‘Sons of Iraq’ Transition to Iraqi Government Control - DVIDSNews - Diyala ‘Sons of Iraq’ Transition to Iraqi Government Control  DVIDS

Persian Gulf War | Summary, Dates, Combatants, Casualties, Syndrome, Map, & Facts - BritannicaPersian Gulf War | Summary, Dates, Combatants, Casualties, Syndrome, Map, & Facts  Britannica

Iraq: energy and security - AtalayarIraq: energy and security  Atalayar

News - Gates Discusses Improved Security Situation in Iraq - DVIDSNews - Gates Discusses Improved Security Situation in Iraq  DVIDS

Iraqi authorities shut down news channel for covering ‘sensitive topics’ - JURIST Legal NewsIraqi authorities shut down news channel for covering ‘sensitive topics’  JURIST Legal News

Jordan to quadruple power supply to Iraq in August - Arabian Gulf Business Insight | AGBIJordan to quadruple power supply to Iraq in August  Arabian Gulf Business Insight | AGBI

Rockets hit Iraq's Kirkuk airport, 2 injured in military zone strike - India TodayRockets hit Iraq's Kirkuk airport, 2 injured in military zone strike  India Today

News - Vice Chairman Recaps Trip to Iraq - DVIDSNews - Vice Chairman Recaps Trip to Iraq  DVIDS

Iran launches missiles at U.S. military bases in Qatar, Iraq - The HinduIran launches missiles at U.S. military bases in Qatar, Iraq  The Hindu

News - Iraqi Government Prepares to Take Control of ‘Sons of Iraq’ Program - DVIDSNews - Iraqi Government Prepares to Take Control of ‘Sons of Iraq’ Program  DVIDS

News - Iraq ‘Now a Different Place’ From Year Ago, Bush Says - DVIDSNews - Iraq ‘Now a Different Place’ From Year Ago, Bush Says  DVIDS

News - Police in Iraq’s Wasit Province Work to Change Image, Focus - DVIDSNews - Police in Iraq’s Wasit Province Work to Change Image, Focus  DVIDS

News - Iraq Takes Charge of ‘Sons of Iraq’ Citizen Security Groups - DVIDSNews - Iraq Takes Charge of ‘Sons of Iraq’ Citizen Security Groups  DVIDS

Excavation Reveals Neanderthal Skeleton In Iraq - MSNExcavation Reveals Neanderthal Skeleton In Iraq  MSN

Jordan to increase power supply to Iraq to 150 megawatts - Iraqi NewsJordan to increase power supply to Iraq to 150 megawatts  Iraqi News

Iraq Travel Advice & Safety - SmartravellerIraq Travel Advice & Safety  Smartraveller

PKK in Iraq begins arms surrender after decades of conflict with Turkey - PressTVPKK in Iraq begins arms surrender after decades of conflict with Turkey  PressTV

News - Sheik Meeting Leads to Information on al Qaeda in Iraq - DVIDSNews - Sheik Meeting Leads to Information on al Qaeda in Iraq  DVIDS

Iraq Claims Top Spot Among OPEC Crude Suppliers to the U.S. - Crude Oil Prices Today | OilPrice.comIraq Claims Top Spot Among OPEC Crude Suppliers to the U.S.  Crude Oil Prices Today | OilPrice.com

Kuwait, Iraq, UAE, Bahrain, Qatar Shut Airspace As Iran Attacks US Air Base - NDTVKuwait, Iraq, UAE, Bahrain, Qatar Shut Airspace As Iran Attacks US Air Base  NDTV

News - Hagel ‘Encouraged’ by Iraq’s Leaders, Progress in ISIL Fight - DVIDSNews - Hagel ‘Encouraged’ by Iraq’s Leaders, Progress in ISIL Fight  DVIDS

News - Army Chief of Staff Assesses Iraq Situation, Notes Future Goals - DVIDSNews - Army Chief of Staff Assesses Iraq Situation, Notes Future Goals  DVIDS

‘Operation New Town’ Molds Trust in Iraq - DVIDS‘Operation New Town’ Molds Trust in Iraq  DVIDS

Drone shot down near Iraqi airport hosting US troops: Security forces - Al Arabiya EnglishDrone shot down near Iraqi airport hosting US troops: Security forces  Al Arabiya English

The Differences Between Iraq in 2003 and Iran in 2025 Matter, Too - World Politics ReviewThe Differences Between Iraq in 2003 and Iran in 2025 Matter, Too  World Politics Review

News - Soldiers Bring Electronic Banking to Iraq - DVIDSNews - Soldiers Bring Electronic Banking to Iraq  DVIDS

GGIP: A Multi-Energy Project to Support Iraq Towards Its Energy Independence - TotalEnergies.comGGIP: A Multi-Energy Project to Support Iraq Towards Its Energy Independence  TotalEnergies.com

News - Comedians Entertain Troops in Iraq - DVIDSNews - Comedians Entertain Troops in Iraq  DVIDS

World Bank approves US$930m to modernise Iraq’s railways - Railway Gazette InternationalWorld Bank approves US$930m to modernise Iraq’s railways  Railway Gazette International

Gov’t sets up committee to repatriate T&T citizens from Syria, Iraq - Loop NewsGov’t sets up committee to repatriate T&T citizens from Syria, Iraq  Loop News

Iraq secures Turkish water boost as drought crisis deepens - The New ArabIraq secures Turkish water boost as drought crisis deepens  The New Arab

Russian-made rockets hit Iraqi military airbase, drone strikes reported - The Jerusalem PostRussian-made rockets hit Iraqi military airbase, drone strikes reported  The Jerusalem Post

India beat Iraq 5-0 in AFC Women’s Asian Cup 2026 Qualifiers - therightnews.inIndia beat Iraq 5-0 in AFC Women’s Asian Cup 2026 Qualifiers  therightnews.in

News - Soldiers at Iraq Outpost Keep Independence Day Vigil - DVIDSNews - Soldiers at Iraq Outpost Keep Independence Day Vigil  DVIDS

News - Gates Visits Troops, Meets Officials in Iraq - DVIDSNews - Gates Visits Troops, Meets Officials in Iraq  DVIDS

News - Engineers in Iraq Defeat Tunnel Terrorists - DVIDSNews - Engineers in Iraq Defeat Tunnel Terrorists  DVIDS

News - On the Ground: Americans Build Schools, Communities in Iraq - DVIDSNews - On the Ground: Americans Build Schools, Communities in Iraq  DVIDS

News - Soldiers Assess Babylon History for Iraq’s Future - DVIDSNews - Soldiers Assess Babylon History for Iraq’s Future  DVIDS

Iraq to retender Baghdad Metro after initial award - Arabian Gulf Business Insight | AGBIIraq to retender Baghdad Metro after initial award  Arabian Gulf Business Insight | AGBI

News - Romanian Forces End Mission in Iraq - DVIDSNews - Romanian Forces End Mission in Iraq  DVIDS

Drone attacks signal elevated risks for Kurdistan - Iraq Oil ReportDrone attacks signal elevated risks for Kurdistan  Iraq Oil Report

News - Gates Wants Faster Progress in Iraq, But Says Iraqi Army Confronting Challenges - DVIDSNews - Gates Wants Faster Progress in Iraq, But Says Iraqi Army Confronting Challenges  DVIDS

Iraq exports over 1.6 million barrels of oil to Jordan - Iraqi NewsIraq exports over 1.6 million barrels of oil to Jordan  Iraqi News

News - Pace Visits Iraq to Assess Surge Progress, Way Forward - DVIDSNews - Pace Visits Iraq to Assess Surge Progress, Way Forward  DVIDS

News - Iraq Drawdown on Track, Transcom Official Says - DVIDSNews - Iraq Drawdown on Track, Transcom Official Says  DVIDS

News - U.S., Iraqi Forces Work to Open New Schools in Iraq - DVIDSNews - U.S., Iraqi Forces Work to Open New Schools in Iraq  DVIDS

News - Hagel: All Assessments Needed for Full Picture in Iraq - DVIDSNews - Hagel: All Assessments Needed for Full Picture in Iraq  DVIDS

News - ISIL Loses Control of Once-dominated Iraq Territory - DVIDSNews - ISIL Loses Control of Once-dominated Iraq Territory  DVIDS

News - Soldiers Power Up Peace in Iraq, Afghanistan - DVIDSNews - Soldiers Power Up Peace in Iraq, Afghanistan  DVIDS

News - Historian Captures Evolving Story in Iraq - DVIDSNews - Historian Captures Evolving Story in Iraq  DVIDS

Iraq Muharram - New Castle NewsIraq Muharram  New Castle News

News - Concerned Citizens Turn Over Large Cache in Iraq - DVIDSNews - Concerned Citizens Turn Over Large Cache in Iraq  DVIDS

News - Contractor Keeps Lights on at Iraq Base - DVIDSNews - Contractor Keeps Lights on at Iraq Base  DVIDS

News - Wounded Warriors Return to Iraq - DVIDSNews - Wounded Warriors Return to Iraq  DVIDS

Rocket attack targets Iraqi military air base in Kirkuk, security sources say - Arab NewsRocket attack targets Iraqi military air base in Kirkuk, security sources say  Arab News

Iraq tries to assert state authority during crisis - Middle East InstituteIraq tries to assert state authority during crisis  Middle East Institute

News - Wounded Marines Praise Medical Care, Relate Iraq Experiences - DVIDSNews - Wounded Marines Praise Medical Care, Relate Iraq Experiences  DVIDS

News - Chairman Addresses Iraq, North Korea, ‘Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell’ - DVIDSNews - Chairman Addresses Iraq, North Korea, ‘Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell’  DVIDS

+60Kg seized: Security forces arrest two drug traffickers in northern Iraq - Shafaq News - ??? ????+60Kg seized: Security forces arrest two drug traffickers in northern Iraq - Shafaq News  ??? ????

ISIS Victims Welcome Christian Help, Not Christian Conversion - Christianity TodayISIS Victims Welcome Christian Help, Not Christian Conversion  Christianity Today

Old faces, new money fuel Iraq’s 2025 vote - Shafaq News - ??? ????Old faces, new money fuel Iraq’s 2025 vote - Shafaq News  ??? ????

News - Biden, Odierno Preside Over Naturalization Ceremony in Iraq - DVIDSNews - Biden, Odierno Preside Over Naturalization Ceremony in Iraq  DVIDS

News - Why We Serve: Sailor Shares Iraq Experiences - DVIDSNews - Why We Serve: Sailor Shares Iraq Experiences  DVIDS

US to partially evacuate embassy in Iraq as Iran tensions rise - BBCUS to partially evacuate embassy in Iraq as Iran tensions rise  BBC

What Islamists did to Yazidis in Iraq is so worse than what's happening in Gaza - Elderly women buried alive, Young girls locked in cages !?! - indiaherald.comWhat Islamists did to Yazidis in Iraq is so worse than what's happening in Gaza - Elderly women buried alive, Young girls locked in cages !?!  indiaherald.com

Iraq looks to Türkiye as role model in tackling water crisis - Türkiye TodayIraq looks to Türkiye as role model in tackling water crisis  Türkiye Today

News - Hagel: U.S. to Secure Embassy, Assess Situation in Iraq - DVIDSNews - Hagel: U.S. to Secure Embassy, Assess Situation in Iraq  DVIDS

News - On the Ground: U.S. Forces Build Security at Sea, On Land in Iraq - DVIDSNews - On the Ground: U.S. Forces Build Security at Sea, On Land in Iraq  DVIDS

News - Why We Serve: Small-Town Marine Broadens Horizons in Iraq - DVIDSNews - Why We Serve: Small-Town Marine Broadens Horizons in Iraq  DVIDS

News - Face of Defense: Three Iraq Deployments Mold Supply Soldier - DVIDSNews - Face of Defense: Three Iraq Deployments Mold Supply Soldier  DVIDS

New Iraq Chief Justice vows to reject interference - Shafaq News - ??? ????New Iraq Chief Justice vows to reject interference - Shafaq News  ??? ????

Iraq Power Grid Suffers Capacity Cut as Iran Gas Supply Slumps - Bloomberg.comIraq Power Grid Suffers Capacity Cut as Iran Gas Supply Slumps  Bloomberg.com

PM Sudani: Iraq complains to UN over Israeli violation of airspace to attack Iran - PressTVPM Sudani: Iraq complains to UN over Israeli violation of airspace to attack Iran  PressTV

Iraq’s internal public debt edges down slightly in April - Shafaq News - ??? ????Iraq’s internal public debt edges down slightly in April - Shafaq News  ??? ????

‘Concrete Warriors’ Protect Soldiers in Iraq - DVIDS‘Concrete Warriors’ Protect Soldiers in Iraq  DVIDS