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October 29, 2026
Iraq Takes OIC Helm Amid Regional Peace Push
Geopolitics

Iraq Takes OIC Helm Amid Regional Peace Push

Iraqi Kurds sees opportunities – and risks – in the withdrawal of US troops
Geopolitics

Iraqi Kurds sees opportunities – and risks – in the withdrawal of US troops

US Marks Iraq's National Day with Partnership Pledge
Politics

US Marks Iraq's National Day with Partnership Pledge

Geopolitics

Iraq Takes OIC Helm Amid Regional Peace Push

Iraqi Foreign Minister Fuad Hussein met his Iranian counterpart Abbas Araghchi on the sidelines of the 52nd OIC Council of Foreign Ministers session in Baghdad, with Iran voicing support for Iraq's newly assumed presiden…

Elias Bramwell
October 18, 2026
Iraq Takes OIC Helm Amid Regional Peace Push
Geopolitics

Iraqi Kurds sees opportunities – and risks – in the withdrawal of US troops

The region may become less of a target for groups seeking to pressure the United States. But the Kurds also have less security support now, should they need it.

Politics

US Marks Iraq's National Day with Partnership Pledge

The United States has extended formal congratulations to Iraq on its National Day, observed on October 3, highlighting deepening bilateral ties following Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi's July visit to Washington. The State Department's message pointed to economic partnerships and Iraq's sovereignty efforts as pillars of the relationship.

Middle East

Rubio and Al-Zaidi Chart Course for US-Iraq Ties

Secretary of State Marco Rubio met with Iraqi Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi to discuss the future of the bilateral partnership. The two officials aligned on the need for Iraq to dismantle terrorist militias, halt attacks originating from its territory, and assert full sovereignty.

Middle East

UN Chief Calls for Stronger Protection of Humanitarian Workers on Anniversary of 2003 Baghdad Bombing

UN Secretary-General António Guterres marked the twenty-third anniversary of the bombing of the UN's Baghdad headquarters by honouring the 22 colleagues killed in the attack and urging renewed commitment to protecting humanitarian workers worldwide. Speaking on World Humanitarian Day, Guterres warned that rules designed to safeguard civilians and aid personnel are being violated with alarming frequency and impunity.

Iraq