Iraq says 14 ISIS members killed in airstrikes Iraqi forces said ISIS leaders were among those killed in the desert strikes, as discussions on the US troop presence in the country and the group’s persistence in neighboring Syria continue. Iraq
Iraq downs Turkish drone over airspace violation, army says The statement comes less than two weeks after Ankara and Baghdad signed a security cooperation deal, and as Turkish officials are preparing to host Iraqi, Emirati and Qatari officials for a major trade corridor project that will connect Iraq and Turkey. Turkey
Turkey to host Iraq, Qatar, UAE officials for Development Road summit The estimated $20 billion project was formalized during Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan’s official visit in April to Baghdad and will link Basra to Turkey via a rail and road network. Turkey
Saudi FM makes unannounced visit to Iraq, meets Sudani: What we know Saudi Arabia and Gulf states are showing increasing interest in Iran-dominated Iraq. Iraq
Analysis Turkey’s security pact with Iraq: Which side came out on top? By Amberin Zaman In London, reporting on geopolitics, minorities, human rights, culture
Exclusive From mountaintops to underground: PKK responds to Turkey’s drones By Amberin Zaman In London, reporting on geopolitics, minorities, human rights, culture
PKK kills Turkish soldier in northern Iraq as Ankara threatens major offensive The militant group killed one Turkish soldier and wounded four others in northern Iraq, as Turkey threatened a major offensive to "annihilate" the Kurdish militant group by summer. Turkey
Analysis What does US sanctions waiver mean for Iraq’s energy dependence on Iran? Iraq is seeking to boost its domestic natural gas sector and find alternatives to Iranian electricity but has not made significant progress, according to one expert. By Adam Lucente In New York City, reporting on regional news, militancy, climate change
Baghdad's PKK ban marks win-win for Iraq, Turkey but warning to Iran The move could ease Turkey's military operations in northern Iraq while at the same allowing Baghdad to extend its presence and control over its territory. Turkey
Iraq bans PKK as security ties with Turkey gain momentum The decision comes after the high-level talks between Turkish and Iraqi officials in Baghdad. Turkey
Three top Turkey officials to visit Iraq as Erdogan threatens Kurdish militants The officials’ visit signals a fresh drive to dial up pressure on the Patriotic Union of Kurdistan, which Ankara accuses of collaborating with Kurdish militants. Turkey
Iraq’s Sudani faces US pressure to fix problems with Kurds ahead of Washington visit Resolving ongoing disputes between Baghdad and Erbil is a matter of priority for Washington. Iraq
Analysis Biden administration backs ‘resilient’ Iraqi Kurdistan Region Visit of Iraqi Kurdistan PM Barzani to Washington a message to Baghdad and Iran. By Week in Review , Andrew Parasiliti
Iraq reopens major Baiji oil refinery after 10 years of closure The North Oil Refinery was taken by the Islamic State in 2014 and took years to rehabilitate. Iraq
Can Turkey, Iraq pull off 'Dry Canal' project? While experts believe the ‘Dry Canal’ project involving road and rail networks faces an uphill battle, the initiative seems to stand a better chance than its alternatives. Turkey
Life after al-Hol: Iraqi women’s uneasy return from ranks of ISIS Iraq has repatriated thousands of women with suspected ties to ISIS, but reintegration is difficult as many face legal discrimination and social stigma. Iraq
What’s next for Iraq and the US after drone strike killed militia leader? The Iraqi government strongly condemned the US strike that killed Abu Baqir al-Saadi, as did Iran-backed militias in the country. Iraq
US brings retribution to Iran-backed militia leader in Baghdad strike The assassination of a Kataib Hezbollah commander in Baghdad on Wednesday came as the US military has struggled to intimidate Iran-backed groups without escalating towards direct conflict with Iran amid tensions over Israel’s war against Hamas in the Gaza Strip. Iraq