Phyllis Bennis talking: there’s no question that the people that are particularly those that are exposed out on Sinjar Mountain are at great risk. It’s … Don’t Go Back to IraqRead more
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Iran’s man is the U.S.’ man
As the U.S. continues airstrikes in the north for a fifth day, a political crisis is escalating in Baghdad. On Monday, Iraq’s president named a … Iran’s man is the U.S.’ manRead more
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CIA behind the rise of ISIS in Iraq
Last month, Islamic insurgent took control of two main Iraqi cities, Mosul and Tikrit, and openly challenged the pro-West Government in Baghdad. ISIS is portrayed … CIA behind the rise of ISIS in IraqRead more
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Expansion of ‘secret’ facility in Iraq suggests closer U.S.-Kurd ties
A supposedly secret but locally well-known CIA station on the outskirts of Irbil’s airport is undergoing rapid expansion as the United States considers whether to … Expansion of ‘secret’ facility in Iraq suggests closer U.S.-Kurd tiesRead more
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Iraq’s Destruction Is a Reminder of the Ugly Face of American Empire
The black-clad fighters of the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant, sweeping a collapsing army and terrified Iraqis before them as they advance toward … Iraq’s Destruction Is a Reminder of the Ugly Face of American EmpireRead more
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The Long Shadow of a Neocon
As jihadists everywhere celebrate their stunning victories in Mosul and Tikrit, as well as the abject retreat of the United States from Afghanistan, we can … The Long Shadow of a NeoconRead more
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Stop Calling the Iraq War a “Mistake”
As Iraq descends into chaos again, more than a decade after “Mission Accomplished,” media commentators and politicians have mostly agreed upon calling the war a … Stop Calling the Iraq War a “Mistake”Read more
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U.S. has historically been a part of the problem
Militants from the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria (ISIS) seized the northern town of Tal Afar after a fierce fight. Many fear Iraq could … U.S. has historically been a part of the problemRead more
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Bush is happy, now Iraq has al-Qaeda
Iraq is on the brink of disintegration as Sunni militants seize more towns and now set their sights on the capital Baghdad. In the past … Bush is happy, now Iraq has al-QaedaRead more
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Iraq’s Next PM?
Pressure is mounting on Iraqi Prime Minister Nouri al-Maliki to form a less sectarian government or to resign. A representative of the influential Shiite cleric … Iraq’s Next PM?Read more