Middle East
Iraq's new prime minister faces 'mission impossible' over Iran
Balancing between Washington and Tehran on the militia issue will require a delicate touch from businessman Ali al-Zaidi
May 19, 2026
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Middle East
Kurdistan oil is the Bermuda Triangle of international politics
The U.S., Turkey, Iran, Iraq, Kurds — they all have interests here but risk touching off a war if they each have their way
August 05, 2025
Middle East
How the killing of Iran's top general squandered US leverage in Iraq today
Washington's decision to take out Soleimani in Baghdad ruined its chances for playing a role in mitigating a serious crisis there now.
August 23, 2022
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