Iraqi PM Haider al-Abadi announces recapture of ISIS bastion Hawija
Iraqi forces have recaptured the Islamic State group`s stronghold Hawija, Prime Minister Haider al-Abadi said in Paris on Thursday.
Oct 05, 2017, 16:45 PM IST
Iraqi PM Haider al-Abadi formally declares victory over IS in Mosul-speech on state TV
Iraqi Prime Minister Haider al-Abadi formally declared victory over Islamic State on Monday in a speech on state television, marking the biggest defeat for the group since it declared a caliphate three years ago.
Jul 10, 2017, 23:10 PM IST
Iraqi PM Haider al-Abadi congratulates troops on 'big victory' in Mosul
Haider al-Abadi spoke during a press conference in Baghdad, less than a week after he declared an end to IS' self-styled caliphate after Iraqi forces achieved an incremental win by retaking the landmark al-Nuri Mosque in the Old City.
Jul 05, 2017, 10:07 AM IST
Kerry backs Iraqi leader, no planned increase in US troops
John Kerry also pledged USD 155 million in new US aid to Iraq.
Apr 08, 2016, 23:53 PM IST
