After gun found in lake, French police probe link to 2012 Iraqi family murder A recently discovered Luger pistol may have been used in the mysterious 2012 killing of the al-Hilli family near the Alpine town of Chevaline in eastern France. Iraq
Iraq sentences kidnapper of US journalist Shelly Kittleson to 15 years: What to know The first sentencing in relation to Shelly Kittleson’s abduction comes as Iraq moves to rein in Iran-backed militias. Iraq
Iraq reinforces Saudi border security amid militia tensions: What to know Iraq is sending the reinforcements in response to Iran-backed militia attacks and as it looks to build security ties with Riyadh. Iraq
Newsletter: Daily Briefing Qatari PM heads for Tehran amid flurry of regional diplomacy US designates UK-based Palestine Action, two others as terror outfits; Iraq summons Iran envoy over 'Persian Gulf' post; and more. By Ezgi Akin In Ankara, reporting on diplomacy, EU-Turkey ties, NATO
Newsletter: Daily Briefing Senate Democrats urge Israel to rein in West Bank violence By Ezgi Akin In Ankara, reporting on diplomacy, EU-Turkey ties, NATO
Exclusive Iraq's Zaidi set to make European debut with Macron in France By Amberin Zaman Reporting on geopolitics, minorities, human rights, culture
Kurdish infighting complicates Sinjar offensive In the wake of a massive assault on the Islamic State for the city of Sinjar, Iraq, there is speculation about how disagreements among Kurdish factions will play out. Iraq
As European dream fades, Iraqi Kurds return home Thousands of Kurds who fled to Europe are now seeking to return to Iraq after facing an even harsher reality there. Iraq
Will Washington put more boots on the ground in Iraq? The recent operation in Hawija led by the United States to release Islamic State hostages raised a debate in Iraq about the government’s powers and sovereignty over its territory. Iraq
Is Congress paving the way for a Christian safe zone in Iraq? A bipartisan effort to denounce an ongoing genocide is picking up steam. That's just the first step. Iraq
The child soldiers fighting to stop the Islamic State Iraqis are divided between supporters and opponents of the participation of young people in the war against the Islamic State. Iraq
Kirkuk governor: US must work with Iran to stabilize Iraq Kurdish leader Najmaldin Karim lays out his vision for post-IS peace. Iraq
Why Iraqi women are turning to the Internet to buy books Iraqi women are ordering books from the comfort of their own homes, overcoming the crippling security conditions. Iraq
Why Iraqi Christians are against the establishment of their own autonomous region The secretary-general of the Assyrian Democratic Movement and member of the Iraqi parliament, Yonadam Kanna, speaks to Al-Monitor about the Christians’ status in Iraq, while he denied claims that they are demanding an autonomous region of their own, saying these claims are racist. Iraq
Zawahri and Jerusalem Al-Qaeda leader Ayman al-Zawahri, in a new audio message following a classic pattern, lauds Palestinian attacks in Jerusalem and calls on followers to attack Israel's international backers to hasten the fall of the Jewish state. Palestine
When conflict arises, these Iraqis go to the madeef Madeefs have become a popular alternative to the traditional legal system in Iraq, with Iraqis seeking the assistance of tribes to settle disputes and conflicts. Iraq
Is Abadi key to resolving Kurdish conflict? As the political divide and violent protests worsen in Iraqi Kurdistan, will Baghdad be able to keep the situation under control through peaceful means? Iraq
Pentagon outlines its '3Rs' Islamic State strategy Democrats and Republicans alike have misgivings about the Pentagon's push for a greater US role in Iraq and Syria. Iraq
