Heavy rains have triggered severe flooding in Sulaymaniyah, Iraq, leaving streets submerged and damaging dozens of homes. Emergency teams rushed to assist stranded residents as rising water levels disrupted transport and caused widespread property loss.


Iraq floods: Heavy rain triggers flooding in Sulaymaniyah 

Iraq’s province of Najaf has lost nearly 10,000 acres of surface water as climate change intensifies across the region. Rising temperatures, declining rainfall, and rapid evaporation have accelerated water depletion, threatening agriculture, livelihoods, and local ecosystems.

'Najaf' Loses 10,000 Acres of Surface Water Due to Climate Change

Drone Attack on Gas Field Causes Power Cuts in Major Cities in Iraq

Iraq is holding crucial parliamentary elections to elect 329 members to its Council of Representatives, amid growing regional tensions and domestic political uncertainty. The vote is seen as a key test for Iraq’s stability and governance, as neighboring conflicts and economic challenges loom large.

Iraq: Crucial Parliamentary Polls in Iraq Amid Regional Tensions 

Washington is pressing Baghdad to dismantle pro-Iranian paramilitary groups. The move is risky, but it may pay off.


Iraq elections 2025: Iraq polls to test Iran's fractured influence & US pressure 

Iraq heads to the polls as millions of voters elect 239 representatives to the Council of Representatives - the body responsible for choosing the country’s next Prime Minister. This election marks a key moment for Iraq’s political future amid ongoing economic challenges, security concerns, and public demands for reform.

Preparations Underway for Upcoming Polls on November 11

Iraq Elections: Voters To Elect 239 Representatives To Council That Chooses PM

The United Nations has reaffirmed its full support for Iraq’s upcoming parliamentary elections, scheduled for November 11, 2025.
During a meeting in Baghdad, the UN Secretary-General’s Special Representative for Iraq, Mohamed Al Hassan, met with Iraqi Foreign Minister Fuad Hussein to discuss final preparations for the national vote and strategies to ensure a transparent, credible, and fair electoral process.

UN Envoy Vows Support for Iraq’s Upcoming Parliamentary Election 

The armed fighters of the Kurdistan Workers Party began the disarmament process in a ceremonial handover of their weapons. Watch in for more details!

PKK Says Withdrawing All Forces From Turkiye To North Iraq

Severe drought across West Asia has worsened food and water shortages in Syria, Iraq, and Turkiye. Climate change is driving the crisis, threatening millions with scarcity and instability.


Climate change drives food and water shortages in Syria, Iraq & Türkiye

Iraqi authorities have commenced the excavation of mass graves south of Mosul, uncovering victims of ISIL atrocities. The efforts aim to identify the deceased and provide closure for families affected by the terror group’s brutal occupation.

Iraq Begins Mass Grave Excavation from ISIL Carnage Near Mosul 

With the end of the UN investigative mandate in Iraq, mass grave exhumations tied to ISIS atrocities and earlier genocides face new uncertainty. Human Rights Watch warns that hundreds of thousands of victims remain unidentified in sites across the country. From Saddam Hussein’s 1988 genocide of Kurds to ISIS’s 2014–2017 mass killings, calls are growing for justice, proper identification, and accountability for the victims and their families.


Skulls unearthed in Iraq as excavation enters 1st phase | DNA recovery hindered

The transmission lines shutting down caused "a sudden and accidental loss of more than 6,000 megawatts on the grid", the ministry added, with power plants also halting operations.

Iraq gripped with nationwide power outage amid 'record' heat

As Iran and Iraq work to end a prolonged energy dispute, US sanctions and regional heatwaves highlight the fragile balance between diplomacy, domestic demand, and cross-border power reliance.

Iran signals breakthrough on gas supply, payments with Iraq

A disturbing video showed a massive fireball completely engulfing a shopping hypermarket in the city of Kut in eastern Iraq. The fire in the five-storey building started last night. The market also had a restaurant, and many families were inside at the time of the accident. 

Shocking drone video shows Iraq mall engulfed in gigantic fireball; over 60 killed

Operation Bramble Bush, an Israel's Mossad operation to assassinate Iraqi President Saddam Hussein was launched in 1992. 

Israel's Operation Bramble Bush: How Mossad's failed plot to kill Saddam Hussein led to Tze’elim Bet disaster – EXPLAINED

After Irans WARNING Baghdad asks Tehran to avoid strikes on US targets in Iraq

After Iran's WARNING, Baghdad asks Tehran to avoid strikes on US targets in Iraq

Turkey has been rapidly expanding its military deployment in northern Iraq ever since the Kurdistan Workers Party or PKK declared ceasefire early last month. Watch in for more details!

Iraq warns of unprecedented Turkish expansion post-PKK ceasefire

A severe sandstorm hits central and southern Iraq, prompting warnings and advisories for residents to stay indoors and wear masks. Environment Ministry blames global warming for increasing frequency of sandstorms.

Heavy sandstorm hits central and southern Iraq, warning issued in Najaf

Iraq has often been accused of funneling weapons from Iran. Time and again, Iraq has always denied these accusations. Our next report gets you the latest from Baghdad's defence exhibition.

UK, China, US participate in Iraq's defence fair

Despite facing years of executions and abuse by the Islamic State, Yazidis remain resilient. Each year, Yazidis gather at Lalish Temple in Dohuk to mark Red Wednesday, the Yazidi New Year.

Yazidis red wednesday

A wind storm swept across several countries in West Asia this week. From Dubai to Iraq, many braced for poor air quality and near-zero visibility.

Iraq storm: over 3,000 hospitalised

A sandstorm in central and southern Iraq sent more than 3,700 people to hospitals with respiratory problems on Monday, health officials said.

Major sandstorm triggers health crisis in Iraq

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Iraq floods: Heavy rain triggers flooding in Sulaymaniyah

'Najaf' Loses 10,000 Acres of Surface Water Due to Climate Change

Drone Attack on Gas Field Causes Power Cuts in Major Cities in Iraq

Iraq: Crucial Parliamentary Polls in Iraq Amid Regional Tensions

Iraq elections 2025: Iraq polls to test Iran's fractured influence & US pressure

Preparations Underway for Upcoming Polls on November 11

Iraq Elections: Voters To Elect 239 Representatives To Council That Chooses PM

UN Envoy Vows Support for Iraq’s Upcoming Parliamentary Election

PKK Says Withdrawing All Forces From Turkiye To North Iraq

PKK Says Withdrawing All Forces From Turkiye To North Iraq

Climate change drives food and water shortages in Syria, Iraq & Türkiye

Iraq Begins Mass Grave Excavation from ISIL Carnage Near Mosul

Skulls unearthed in Iraq as excavation enters 1st phase | DNA recovery hindered

Iraq gripped with nationwide power outage amid 'record' heat

Iran signals breakthrough on gas supply, payments with Iraq

Drone video shows Iraq mall engulfed in gigantic fireball; over 60 killed

How Israel’s failed plot to kill Saddam Hussein led to Tze’elim Bet disaster?

After Iran's WARNING, Baghdad asks Tehran to avoid strikes on US targets in Iraq

Iraq warns of unprecedented Turkish expansion post-PKK ceasefire

Heavy sandstorm hits central and southern Iraq, warning issued in Najaf

UK, China, US participate in Iraq's defence fair

Yazidis red wednesday

Iraq storm: over 3,000 hospitalised

Major sandstorm triggers health crisis in Iraq