Iran says participation in nuclear talks ‘unclear’ amid Israel escalation

A sixth round of nuclear talks between Washington and Tehran was scheduled to be held in Oman on Sunday.

Regional countries reopen airspace amid Israel-Iran attacks

Iraq says it will maintain airspace restrictions until 1:00 PM local time, with aircraft and missiles from Iran and Israel having repeatedly crossed its territory and debris having landed across the country.

Israel-bound Iranian projectiles crash in Iraq

Debris believed to be from an Iranian missile landed on a house in Iraq's Qadisiyah province, causing a fire, a source told The New Region.

Iraq’s ruling faction holds emergency meeting on Iran, Israel

The meeting aims to discuss Iraq's official position and ways to prevent the country from slipping into the throes of regional conflicts.

Iran launches retaliatory attack against Israel

The IRGC codenamed the campaign True Promise III, marking the third direct attack by Iran against Israel after the strikes in April 2024 and October 2024.

Iraq files UN complaint over Israeli violations of its airspace

Baghdad seeks consequences for Israel’s use of its airspace during a large-scale offensive it carried out on Iran on Friday, submitting a formal complaint to the United Nations Security Council.

Trump urges Iran to make nuclear deal ‘before there is nothing left’

US President Donald Trump released a statement warning of further attacks should Iran not cooperate with Washington on the nuclear issue, saying, “There is still time to make this slaughter... come to an end.”

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Dying waters: Climate change forces Iraq’s marsh families into urban struggle

Once thriving on the rich ecosystems of Iraq’s southern marshes, families like that of Naji Arhim have been uprooted by severe drought and water shortages. Generations of fishermen and buffalo herders have seen their lands turn to dust, pushing them into cities where their traditional skills no longer apply.

Critics say free speech under attack in Iraq's Anbar province

As elections approach, activists, civil servants, and tribal leaders in Iraq’s Anbar province report arrests, forced transfers, and online surveillance of citizens criticizing the ruling Taqaddum party.

After years of tribal conflicts, Dhi Qar sees decline in violence

After years of tribal conflicts, Iraq’s Dhi Qar province has seen a sharp decline in violence, with only 25 disputes recorded in early 2025 compared to 158 in 2023.

Iraq’s provincial councils face criticism after 2023 return

Since their reinstatement in 2023, Iraq’s provincial councils have failed to deliver meaningful results, instead becoming scenes of political conflict, legal disputes, and public frustration.

Gold mines in Iran’s Kurdish regions: Between riches and sorrows

The gold-rich Kurdish regions of western Iran grapple with the serious environmental and health consequences arising from mining the precious commodity, launching a campaign to stop the drilling which has seen elevated instances of cancer and the destruction of local flora and fauna.

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