Without US Backing, Iraqi Troops Near Tikrit | Slow going as torops continue to push into nearby town of Dour
Without US Backing, Iraqi Troops Near Tikrit
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Iran Gains Influence as Shi’ite Militias Seize Sunni Territory in Iraq
Iran Gains Influence as Shi’ite Militias Seize Sunni Territory in Iraq | ‘Sunni Triangle’ now dominated by Badr Brigade
Refugee Crisis Looms as Iraqi Troops Reach Outskirts of Tikrit
Refugee Crisis Looms as Iraqi Troops Reach Outskirts of Tikrit | UN sending aid for thousands already displaced
Iraq Officials Cast Doubt on Prospects for an Early Offensive to Retake Mosul
Iraq Officials Cast Doubt on Prospects for an Early Offensive to Retake Mosul
| Officials reiterate they’re not ready
US ‘Concerned’ by Iran’s Involvement in ISIS War
US ‘Concerned’ by Iran’s Involvement in ISIS War | US struggles with narrative on Iran on their side in the war
Growing Civilian Exodus as Iraqi Forces Near Tikrit
Growing Civilian Exodus as Iraqi Forces Near Tikrit | In sectarian battles, civilians see a lose-lose situation
US Left Out as Iran-Backed Forces Advance on Iraq’s Tikrit
US Left Out as Iran-Backed Forces Advance on Iraq’s Tikrit | Badr Brigade leading the charge on ISIS-held city
Iraq DM: We’ll Decide on Timing of Mosul Invasion Ourselves
Iraq DM: We’ll Decide on Timing of Mosul Invasion Ourselves | Expresses annoyance at US announcements
ISIS Snipers Slow Iraqi Offensive Against Tikrit
ISIS Snipers Slow Iraqi Offensive Against Tikrit | Iraqi forces still claim ‘gaining ground’
ISIS: American Suicide Attacker Struck Iraqi Forces Near Samarra
ISIS: American Suicide Attacker Struck Iraqi Forces Near Samarra | Truck bomber hit forces about to attack Tikrit
