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 is bordered by Turkey to the north, Iran to the east, the Persian Gulf and Kuwait to the …
UN envoy outlines Iraq’s growth and ongoing struggles
WEB8 hours ago · 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. Ms. Hennis-Plasschaert, also the …
Iraq | History, Map, Flag, Population, & Facts | Britannica
WEB3 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.
Iraq War | Summary, Causes, Dates, Combatants, Casualties,
WEBApr 18, 2024 · Iraq War, conflict in Iraq (2003–11) that consisted of two phases: a conventionally fought war in March–April 2003, in which a combined force of troops primarily from the United States and Great Britain invaded Iraq and defeated Iraqi military forces, and a second phase consisting of a U.S.-led occupation of Iraq.
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.
Iraq - World Factbook Glyph
WEBMay 7, 2024 · Iraq has held four national legislative elections since 2006, most recently in 2021. The COR approved Mohammad Shia' al-SUDANI as prime minister in 2022. Iraq has repeatedly postponed elections for provincial councils -- last held in 2013 -- and since 2019, the prime minister has had the authority to appoint governors rather than provincial ...
Iraq country profile - BBC News
WEBSep 13, 2023 · Provides an overview of Iraq, including key dates and facts about this Middle Eastern country.
Iraq war 20 years on: How invasion plunged country into decades …
WEBMar 20, 2023 · Shock And War: Iraq 20 Years On. The BBC's security correspondent Gordon Corera seeks to find new answers to why the Iraq war happened, what it meant, and its legacy today.
Iraq crisis | WHO emergency situation overview
WEBThe humanitarian crisis in Iraq remains one of the largest and most volatile in the world. Conflict has destroyed livelihoods and infrastructure, and many have been threatened, displaced and injured.
Iraq - 2022 World Factbook Archive
WEBDec 21, 2022 · After Iraq's expulsion, the UN Security Council (UNSC) required Iraq to scrap all weapons of mass destruction and long-range missiles and to allow UN verification inspections. Continued Iraqi noncompliance with UNSC resolutions led to the Second Gulf War in March 2003 and the ouster of the SADDAM Husayn regime by US-led forces.
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