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(MENAFN) Iran’s president told his French counterpart on Sunday that recent US strikes targeting Kharg Island and Abu Musa Island were carried out from the territories of certain Gulf countries, according to Iranian media reports.

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(MENAFN) The government of Switzerland announced that it had refused two requests from the United States for military aircraft to fly through its airspace in connection with the ongoing conflict involving Iran, while authorizing three other...

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(MENAFN) Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps announced Sunday that it had launched missile and drone strikes against three American military bases in the region, according to statements cited by reports.

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(MENAFN) The Iranian armed forces on Saturday urged residents and workers to evacuate several key ports in the United Arab Emirates as tensions in the region continue to escalate.

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(MENAFN) All six personnel aboard a US KC-135 refueling aircraft that crashed in western Iraq on Thursday were killed, according to the US Central Command (CENTCOM that the crash occurred during Operation Epic Fury, which began last month.

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(MENAFN) Iraqi forces officially assumed command of the Ain al-Asad Airbase in western Anbar province Saturday following the complete withdrawal of US-led coalition personnel, the Defense Ministry confirmed.

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(MENAFN) The Iraqi Defense Ministry announced on Saturday that the Iraqi army has officially taken full control of the Ayn al-Asad Airbase in Anbar province, following the departure of U.S. troops.

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(MENAFN) On Saturday evening, loud explosions were reported in Baghdad, the capital of Iraq as regional tensions continued to escalate, according to local correspondents.

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(MENAFN) Iraq’s Transport Ministry has denied reports that Baghdad International Airport has suspended flights amid fears of a potential US strike on Iran. A ministry spokesperson said the claims were unfounded, confirming that air traffic is...

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(MENAFN) Iraq has dismissed reports claiming that flights at Baghdad International Airport had been suspended due to fears of a potential US strike on Iran. A spokesperson for the Transport Ministry, Maytham Al-Safi, said the claims were baseless,...

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(MENAFN) Iraq's electoral authority has certified the outcome of the November 11 parliamentary vote, revealing Prime Minister Mohammed Shia' al-Sudani's political alliance secured a commanding lead in the fragmented legislature.

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(MENAFN) Iraq has signaled strong intent to purchase Pakistan's JF-17 Thunder combat aircraft following critical talks between top air force commanders from both nations, Pakistan's military media division announced Saturday.

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(MENAFN) US Special Envoy to Iraq Mark Savaya on Thursday praised the successful completion of the country’s parliamentary elections, describing them as a “crucial step toward strengthening democracy and stability in the country.” “I would like to...

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(MENAFN) Iraq has shown strong interest in purchasing Pakistan’s JF-17 Thunder fighter jets following senior-level discussions between the air force leadership of both countries, according to an official military statement released Saturday.

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(MENAFN) Iraqi authorities announced Tuesday that a drone was intercepted and destroyed near Baghdad International Airport, escaping without casualties or material damage, as aerial threats multiplied across the country amid surging regional...

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(MENAFN) Iraqi Parliament Speaker Haibat al-Halbousi disclosed Monday that 44 contenders have formally entered the race for the nation's presidential position, as the nomination period nears its conclusion. "The number of candidates for the...

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(MENAFN) The government of Australia is evaluating the possibility of offering military assistance to countries in the Middle East affected by Iran’s retaliatory strikes, though officials have made it clear that Australian troops will not be sent...

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(MENAFN) The United States Embassy in Baghdad issued a warning on Friday, cautioning that militias aligned with Iran could target hotels commonly used by foreigners in Iraq’s Kurdish Region to neighboring countries such as Jordan, Kuwait, Saudi...

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(MENAFN) Bathed in the vivid glow of red and green lights, the entrance to Baghdad International Airport — renamed Martyr Abu Mahdi al-Muhandis Street in 2024 — was turned into a solemn site of remembrance on Friday.

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(MENAFN) The Azadi camp in northern Iraq was targeted by an attack involving drones and rockets on Friday, according to security and media reports.