A breathless century on his debut from teenage opener Rahmanullah Gurbaz helped Afghanistan to a 16-run win over Ireland in the first ODI in Abu Dhabi on Thursday. The 19-year-old, who hit a ... ( read original story ...)
Targeted Killings of Afghan Journalists Threaten Free Media in Afghanistan
A recent string of targeted killings in Afghanistan has created an atmosphere of fear among Afghan journalists who say they cannot carry out their duties under growing threats. The Afghan Journalists ... ( read original story ...)
Iraq bombing: IS says it was behind deadly suicide attacks in Baghdad
The Islamic State (IS) group has said it was behind a double suicide bombing in the Iraqi capital, Baghdad, on Thursday that killed at least 32 people and wounded more than 100. The target had been ... ( read original story ...)
Iraq’s general elections pushed to October
The added time shores up Baghdad’s preparations for a more legitimate election process; but time is running out for protesters who fear the government will ignore their demands. ( read original story ...)
Iraq’s Disappearance From Biden’s Agenda Is a Big Mistake
Iraq’s Disappearance From Biden’s Agenda I... Biden’s first 100 days This article is part of Foreign Policy’s ongoing coverage of U.S. President Joe Biden’s first 100 days in office, detailing key ... ( read original story ...)
Protests lead to Gospel advance in Iraq
COVID-19 put an abrupt end to crowded gatherings, but not before the Lord used Iraq’s protests to reach many people with the message of eternal life. ( read original story ...)
In One Year, Ukraine’s Air Force Suffered Bigger Losses Than Syria or Iraq
Whatever the exact reasons, no other military—not even Syria’s or Iraq’s—has suffered such heavy losses in current conflicts. Indeed, the 178 planes and helicopters that U ... ( read original story ...)
Iraq attack: Twin suicide bombings in central Baghdad kill 32
At least 32 people have been killed and 100 others injured in a twin suicide bombing in a busy commercial area in Iraq's capital, Baghdad, officials say. The bombers blew themselves up among a crowd ... ( read original story ...)
Pope, due to visit Iraq in March, condemns Baghdad attack
Pope Francis, who is scheduled to visit Iraq in March, on Thursday condemned a twin suicide bombing that killed at least 32 people in a Baghdad market as a "senseless act of brutality". ( read original story ...)
The Latest: South Korea Has Lowest Case Count in 2 Months
South Korea is reporting its smallest daily increase in coronavirus infections in two months as officials express cautious hope the country is beginning to wiggle out from its worst wave of the ... ( read original story ...)