Latest in Tag: Iraq Highlight
Latest in Tag: Iraq

Shoukry, Al-Abadi discuss Egypt’s contribution to Iraq reconstruction
During his participation at Munich Security Conference, Shoukry held about 20 meetings

Egypt condemns Kabul terror attack
Al-Azhar calls for exerting greater international efforts to combat terror groups

Export Development Fund boosts shipping cost to Iraqi and Libyan markets by 50%: Kabil
This decision will increase exports to both markets by up to 25%, says minister of trade and industry

Abadi suspends operations against Peshmerga to deploy forces on Iraq’s borders
The decision comes a day after clashes between Iraqi national forces and the Peshmerga near Mosul

Egypt pulls out Arab Labour Organisation candidate in favour of Iraq
Iraq similarly pulls out its candidate for leading the UNESCO in favour of Egypt’s candidate

Egypt says Kurdistan referendum hinders anti-terrorism efforts
US, UN express regret as media highlights oil market, raising of Israeli flag

Regional threats mount as Kurdistan holds referendum
Iraq, Turkey aim at preventing Kurdistan’s oil exports

Shoukry asserts Egypt’s support for Iraq in countering terrorism
Iraqi television earlier announced the victory over IS militants in Mosul

Al-Sisi supports national reconciliation, efforts to fight terrorism in Iraq
Al-Hakeem met with Abdul Aal and agreed on boosting their parliamentary relations

Islamic State broadcasts footage of Cairo Church attacker, promises more attacks
In response to the video that promoted hostility towards Copts, an observatory affiliated with the Dar Al-Ifta warns Egyptians of “malicious IS propaganda that seeks to incite sectarian strife”

Two-state solution only possibility for Palestinians and Israelis: UN Secretary-General
António Guterres met with President Al-Sisi in Cairo and said Egypt is a central player in finding a solution to regional problems

Could Saudi challenges become Iraqi opportunities for Egypt?
In the 1970s, the alliance between Egypt and Saudi Arabia was formed as a result to the countries’ mutual interests and threats. The ties between the two countries were stronger than ever, especially after Egypt had led the Arab participation in the international coalition against former Iraqi president Saddam Hussein in the early 1990s, after …

Terrorist attacks in Baghdad are crimes against humanity: HRW
A series of terrorist attacks hit Iraq over the past few weeks, and most of them were claimed by IS

Iraq to start exporting 1m oil barrels a month to Egypt: Iraqi ambassador to Cairo
Egyptian companies to contribute to reconstruction process after expelling IS

US commander signals new advance against IS in Iraq’s Mosul
US lieutenant colonel Stuart James said Iraqi forces would resume their push against Islamic State forces in Mosul in the coming days. US troops are to be deployed closer to the front line

Al-Sisi offers condolences to Putin over slain ambassador in Turkey
The Egyptian president also discussed terrorism with several country leaders this week

Iraqi Shia cleric Al-Sadr implores Egypt, Saudi Arabia to strive for unity with Iran
The prominent cleric called for protection of holy places across the Islamic world and made some bold suggestions as to how this could be achieved

Dar Al-Ifta warns against possible prosecution against Sunnis in Iraq
In the last months, joint forces including Shi’a paramilitary groups ousted IS troops

Egyptian products to be sold in 275 outlets in Iraq’s Kurdistan: Industry and Foreign Trade Ministry
Egyptian companies will showcase their products for free for the first two years

Egyptian companies to export $12m worth of goods to Iraqi market: Trade Minister
Egyptian exports to the Iraqi market amounted to $782m in 2014 and $470m in 2015

Iraqi military discovers mass grave near Mosul
Some 100 decapitated bodies have been discovered on the outskirts of Mosul, said Iraq’s army.

Mosul: the last stand for ‘Islamic State’ in Iraq
In a rare speech, the militant group’s chief Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi has called for fighters to stand their ground in Mosul.

Joint projects with Iraq in oil, drilling activities under study: Petroleum Ministry
The minister is currently visiting Iraq, discussed potential partnership with Iraqi prime minister

EGPC signs partnership with Kuwait Energy for 15% of Iraq’s Seba gas field
Petrojet to carry out work on project for $200m

Egypt expresses solidarity with Iraq’s battle for Mosul
The battle for liberation may carry on for three weeks; Mosul residents are at risk of mass slaughter, says expert on current Islamic movements

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Baghdad calls on Saudis to replace ambassador
Iraq has asked Saudi Arabia to recall their envoy to Baghdad, citing statements that “overstepped the boundaries” of diplomacy.

Syria, Iraq and the future of jihad
The terror organization ‘Islamic State’ (IS) has suffered serious losses in Syria, and even more in Iraq. It can no longer count on public support. Yet, it still has a few aces up its sleeve.

Iraqi Defence Minister survives assassination attempt in Mosul
Al-Obaidi’s motorcade was sprayed by mortar shells while inspecting forces in Mosul, says Iraqi Defense Ministry
