Security

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)

Jun 1, 2009

Baghdadis resigned to sporadic violence

They say it will continue to plague the city for some time, but won’t stop them getting on with their lives.

May 28, 2009

Iraq: living in hiding

Lawlessness and sectarian violence quickly engulfed Iraq after the fall of Saddam, leaving women vulnerable.

May 26, 2009

American electricity adviser killed

Right hand to Electricity Minister, others, hit by roadside bomb in Fallujah.

May 25, 2009

Najaf’s displaced struggle to survive

In holy city, Iraqis require basic services after violence forces them from home.

May 25, 2009

Basra’s battered culture re-emerges

Iraq’s artistic centre tries to recover from militia rule.

May 19, 2009

Border conflicts test Kurdish tightrope act

American support seen as crucial to helping Iraqi Kurds resolve rebel conflicts with Turkey and Iran.

May 19, 2009

New violations at the Interior Ministry

Police implicated in gold robbery and killing, renewing fears state agency is involved in crimes.

May 8, 2009

Renewed violence spreads to oil sector

Iraqi oil industry targeted in violent attacks as oil development comes into focus.

Apr 30, 2009

Anbar police chief: we are ready for U.S. troop withdrawal

Niqash talks to Major General Tariq al-Asal on the future of security in what was once the hot spot of the insurgency in Iraq.

Apr 30, 2009

Baghdad nightlife revival

Many see going out as a simple act of defiance against the extremists.