Military veterans volunteering to assist 2020 election is “one sacred institution protecting another,” one Marine says.
5 things to know for October 20: Covid-19, economy, US election, Russia, Iraq
Here’s what you need to know to Get Up to Speed and On with Your Day. (You can also get “5 Things You Need to Know Today” delivered to your inbox daily. ) 1. Coronavirus There have now been more than …
France’s Macron, Iraq PM Highlight Importance of Fight Against Terrorism
French President Emmanuel Macron and Iraq Prime Minister Mustafa al-Kadhimi both highlighted the importance of the fight against terrorism following a meeting in Paris, a statement from Macron’s …
Mass grave of Daesh/ISIS victims found in Iraq’s Kirkuk
BAGHDAD, Iraq A mass grave of dozens of Iraqis killed by the Daesh/ISIS terrorist group was unearthed in the northern Kirkuk province, according to a …
Iraq: Erbil governor contracts coronavirus
ERBIL, Iraq The governor of Iraq’s Erbil province has contracted the novel coronavirus, his office said Monday. In a statement, the governorship said …
Russia’s Lukoil plans Iraq oil output boost
While it expects for now to keep output levels unchanged, Lukoil will “soon” submit proposals to Iraqi authorities to develop a separate area in the south known as Block 10.
Russia’s Lukoil Looks Beyond Covid to Boosting Iraq Oil Output
Lukoil PJSC is seeking to develop new oilfield projects in Iraq even as slumping crude prices and OPEC+ supply cuts have compelled the company to slash production in the country.
Christian Refugees From Iraq On Their New Lives In Jordan
Almost two-thirds of Iraq’s Christians have left the country since the U.S. invasion in 2003. NPR caught up with some of them in Jordan to talk about their new life and plans to return to Iraq.
Iraq’s Kadhimi kicks off European tour in Paris
Iraq’s Prime Minister Mustafa al-Khadimi is also slated to visit Germany and the United Kingdom as he looks to deepen economic and security cooperation. Iraq’s Prime Minister Mustafa al-Kadhimi began …
Iraq, Jordan, Egypt economic partnership gains momentum
The tripartite meeting between the foreign ministers of Egypt, Jordan and Iraq, and the ensuing agreements to boost cooperation raises questions about a nascent alliance that could confront Iran’s …