Iraq - Wikipedia
WebIraq, officially the Republic of Iraq, is a country in West Asia and in the geopolitical region known as the Middle East. With a population of over 46 million, it is the 31st-most populous country. It is a federal parliamentary republic that consists of 19 governorates.
Iraq | History, Map, Flag, Population, & Facts | Britannica
Web2 days ago · Iraq is a country in southwestern Asia. During ancient times, lands that now constitute Iraq were known as Mesopotamia. The modern nation-state of Iraq was created following World War I from the Ottoman provinces of Baghdad, Basra, and Mosul. The capital city is Baghdad.
Timeline of events: 20 years since U.S.-led invasion of Iraq
WebMar 17, 2023 · BAGHDAD (AP) — It’s been 20 years since the U.S.-led invasion of Iraq began. Here are some key dates from the invasion and following developments. March 20, 2003: The invasion is launched, and Baghdad is attacked with missiles and bombs in an attempt to target Saddam Hussein and bring down the government.
UN envoy outlines Iraq’s growth and ongoing struggles
WebMay 16, 2024 · UN envoy outlines Iraq’s growth and ongoing struggles. Iraq is a nation brimming with potential but still haunted by legacies of past turmoil, the Special Representative of the UN Secretary-General for the country, Jeanine Hennis-Plasschaert, said in a briefing to the Security Council on Thursday. …
Iraq | Today's latest from Al Jazeera
WebApr 27, 2024 · Stay on top of Iraq latest developments on the ground with Al Jazeera’s fact-based news, exclusive video footage, photos and updated maps.
20 Years On, a Question Lingers About Iraq: Why Did the U.S ...
WebMar 18, 2023 · There is a question about the American-led invasion of Iraq that, 20 years later, remains a matter of deep uncertainty and debate among historians, political scientists and even officials who ...
Where does Iraq stand now — 20 years after the U.S. invasion?
WebMar 20, 2023 · LEILA FADEL, HOST: Twenty years ago today, the U.S. bypassed the United Nations and began its invasion of Iraq - a sovereign nation. The pretext for that war was that Saddam Hussein had weapons...
What’s behind Iraq’s explosive political crisis? | CNN
WebAug 1, 2022 · Saudi Press Agency. Iraq is in the midst of its worst and longest political crisis in years. At the center of this overheating conflict stands Iraqi political kingmaker Moqtada al-Sadr and a...
Iraq war 20 years on: How invasion plunged country into ... - BBC
WebMar 20, 2023 · Iraq is more stable so far this year than it has been for a long while. Baghdad, Mosul and other cities are much safer. But Iraqis feel the results of the invasion every day.
Why did the US and allies invade Iraq, 20 years ago? - BBC
WebOn 20 March 2003, US and allied forces invaded Iraq and toppled Saddam Hussein's regime. The US said Iraq had weapons of mass destruction and was a threat to international peace, but most ...
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