Iraq War

2003–2011 war after an American-led invasion

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US prevents catastrophic jailbreak of 6,000 ISIS fighters
military conflicts Feb 18, 2026, 9:34 PM
US prevents catastrophic jailbreak of 6,000 ISIS fighters
  • Concerns about the ISIS detainees in Syria intensified in late 2022, prompting urgent discussions among U.S., Syrian, and Iraqi officials.
  • A multi-agency effort was mobilized, culminating in the transfer of nearly 6,000 ISIS fighters to Iraqi custody within weeks in early 2023.
  • The operation has significantly reduced the immediate threat of these militants re-entering the battlefield, though concerns remain about the security situation surrounding their families left behind.
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US military transfers thousands of IS detainees from Syria to Iraq
military conflicts Feb 13, 2026, 4:01 PM
US military transfers thousands of IS detainees from Syria to Iraq
  • More than 5,700 adult male IS suspects were transferred from Syria to Iraq by US forces.
  • The operation began on January 21, 2026, at the request of the Iraqi government.
  • This transfer aims to bolster regional security and prevent the resurgence of ISIS.
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U.S. transfers over 5,700 IS detainees from Syria to Iraq
military conflicts Feb 13, 2026, 3:34 PM
U.S. transfers over 5,700 IS detainees from Syria to Iraq
  • The U.S. military moved over 5,700 Islamic State detainees from Syria to Iraqi custody in late January 2026.
  • The transfers were conducted at Iraq's request and were supported by the U.S.-led coalition.
  • This action alleviates fears of detainees escaping during escalating conflicts in Syria and underlines the importance of addressing IS terrorism.
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Trump warns against Nouri al-Maliki's political comeback in Iraq
politics Jan 28, 2026, 1:27 PM
Trump warns against Nouri al-Maliki's political comeback in Iraq
  • Nouri al-Maliki, nominated by Iraq's Coordination Framework, seeks to return to the premiership amid U.S. concerns.
  • Trump expresses opposition to al-Maliki's comeback, threatening to withdraw U.S. support for Iraq if he is elected.
  • The situation reflects the ongoing tensions in Iraqi politics, particularly regarding foreign influence and governance challenges.
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