Attacks on churches and targeted killings of Christians began as Iraq descended into sectarian violence after the fall of Saddam Hussein.
In Iraq, Pope Francis Demands End to Spread of Weapons as Iran Tensions Build
The pontiff said it was his “duty” to travel to the country despite concerns about the pandemic and the military situation.
Pope Francis departs Rome for risky, historic Iraq tour
Pope Francis left Rome on Friday to start a four-day trip to Iraq, his most risky foreign trip since his election in 2012 and the first visit by a pontiff to the country. An Alitalia airplane carrying …
Pentagon Accused of Giving Iran Cover after Iraq Attack as Joe Biden Mulls Retaliation
Pentagon spokesperson John Kirby has come under fire for referring to Iran-aligned fighters as “Shia-backed militias.” …
The true importance of the Pope’s visit to Iraq
Pope Francis will begin a historic visit to Iraq tomorrow, the first in Papal history. In Iraq, Francis will meet political leaders in Baghdad, visit Ur, where the Bible says the Prophet Abraham was …
An American contractor suffered a heart attack and died as rockets rained down on a base hosting US troops in Iraq
The Pentagon said Wednesday that a US civilian contractor died of a “cardiac episode” while taking shelter during the rocket attack.
Pope Francis embarks on historic visit to Iraq
Pope Francis begins a historic visit to Iraq on Friday, the first by a pontiff to the birthplace of the Eastern Churches from where more than a million Christians have fled over the past 20 years. The …
Pope Francis’ historic trip to Iraq embraced by many as a welcome boost
Pope Francis’ upcoming three-day tour of the country will include meetings with political and religious leaders plus visits to historical sites.
Why the pope’s visit to Iraq is so significant
Pope Francis will be the first pope to ever visit this area of great biblical importance — home to ancient civilizations. His trip is happening despite escalating violence, rising COVID cases and …
U.S. officials believe Iran-backed group responsible for latest rocket attack in Iraq
U.S. and Iraqi officials believe that an Iran-backed group with a history of targeting Americans in Iraq was responsible for Wednesday’s attack on an Iraqi air base that hosts U.S. troops. While the …