Iraqi forces take back city of Tel Afar from Islamic State
Iraqi forces on Sunday took back the last two neighbourhoods of the northern city of Tel Afar from the hands of the Islamic State, according to the Joint Operations Command.
Aug 28, 2017, 08:21 AM IST
Iraqi general sees easy victory over exhausted IS fighters in Tal Afar
The US role is less conspicuous this time, and the historic citadel is no longer standing because Islamic State blew it up.
Jul 31, 2017, 21:20 PM IST
Pope Francis meets Iraqi PM
Pope Francis held talks with Iraqi Prime Minister Haidar al-Abadi at the Vatican.
Feb 11, 2016, 11:38 AM IST
Iraqi PM opens Green Zone to all citizens
A statement from the premier's office says al-Abadi was the first to pass through the newly-opened Green Zone, or the International Zone as it is officially known.
Oct 05, 2015, 02:55 AM IST
