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Baghdad-Erbil progress fuels hope for counter-insurgency fight

The formation of two joint brigades highlights improving cooperation that could help combat IS militants and close security gaps.

Lt. Gen. Qasim Mohammed al-Mohammadi, commander of federal Iraqi ground forces, receives progress updates on two newly formed joint brigades while visiting command centers in Kirkuk, Salahaddin, and Diyala provinces on Sept. 25, 2024. (Photo credit: Ministry of Defense)

Key energy facilities under ISIS control

As their massive offensive continues, insurgents now control the Baiji refinery and several oil fields, which could be used to support further operations.

Iraqi forces begin Fallujah offensive

Five months after ISIS seized control of Fallujah, Iraqi forces have launched a combined air and ground campaign to retake the city.

Dam takeover highlights worsening Anbar violence

As militants seize control of a dam in Fallujah, the government is planning for April 30 elections in which worsening security problems will not allow many Anbar residents to vote.