Iraq

Iran Signals Wider Regional Risks as IRGC Showcases New Military Capabilities

The withdrawal of U.S. forces from Iraq after more than two decades is reshaping the country’s security landscape, strengthening Iran-backed groups’ influence while raising concerns over a possible resurgence of Islamic State.

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Publish Date: 29/September/2026 | 15:15

Iran strongly condemns US-Saudi strikes on Iraq

Iran has condemned “aggressive attacks” on Iraq by the US and Saudi Arabia, saying the strikes violated Iraq’s sovereignty and the UN Charter and were aimed at expanding conflict in West Asia.

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Publish Date: 29/July/2026 | 23:39

Iran, Iraq open two temporary air routes for Arbaeen flights

Iran has established two temporary air routes with Iraq to increase flight capacity and improve travel efficiency during the upcoming Arbaeen pilgrimage, the head of Iran’s Civil Aviation Organization said on Saturday.

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Publish Date: 25/July/2026 | 22:23

Iraq ready to host farewell for martyred Leader Ayatollah Khamenei: Karbala governor

Iraq is fully prepared and has taken all security and logistical measures to host a grand farewell and funeral procession for the martyred Leader of Islamic Revolution, Ayatollah Khamenei, the governor of Iraq’s holy city of Karbala said.

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Publish Date: 07/July/2026 | 20:54

Araqchi Holds Talks in Iraq on Funeral Arrangements for Martyred Leader

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi held separate meetings with the governors of Iraq’s holy cities of Karbala and Najaf to coordinate arrangements for the funeral procession of martyred Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyed Ali Khamenei.

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Publish Date: 30/June/2026 | 20:10

Araqchi Visits Iraq for Talks on Bilateral Ties, Regional Issues

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi departed for Baghdad on Sunday morning for an official visit to hold talks with senior Iraqi officials on bilateral relations and regional and international developments.

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Publish Date: 28/June/2026 | 19:10

Araqchi: Outside Interference to Delay Reopening of Hormuz Strait

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi warned on Sunday that any external interference in maritime arrangements would only complicate the situation and delay the reopening process of the Strait of Hormuz.

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Publish Date: 28/June/2026 | 19:05

Iranian, Iraqi security officials discuss issues of mutual interest

Deputy Secretary of Iran’s Supreme National Security Council (SNSC) Ali Bagheri Kani has held talks with Iraq’s National Security Advisor Qasim al-Araji.

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Publish Date: 27/May/2026 | 12:42

Iran Condemns Israeli Assassination of Qassam Brigades Commander

Iran’s Foreign Ministry condemned the Israeli regime’s terrorist assassination of Qassam Brigades Commander Izz al-Din al-Haddad in Gaza, saying the crime reflected the regime’s “desperation and helplessness” in the face of Palestinian resistance.

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Publish Date: 17/May/2026 | 12:01

Iran Reaffirms Respect for Iraq’s Sovereignty after Appointment of PM

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi reaffirmed Tehran’s respect for Iraq’s sovereignty and support for the neighboring country’s political stability and development following the nomination of Ali Faleh al-Zaidi as Iraq’s new prime minister.

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Publish Date: 02/May/2026 | 13:20

Drone Attack in Saudi Arabia Unconnected to Iran: IRGC

The Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) stated that Iran has nothing to do with a recent drone attack on Saudi Arabia’s Riyadh and Eastern Province.

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Publish Date: 15/March/2026 | 16:04

IRGC conducts 3 waves of Op. True Promise 4 in minutes

The Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) has announced launching multiple new waves of its Operation True Promise 4 against sensitive and strategic American and Zionist targets.

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Publish Date: 11/March/2026 | 13:10

Iran seeks to establish goods transport corridor from Kermanshah to Iraq’s Baghdad: VP

Vice President for Executive Affairs Mohammad-Jafar Qaempanah says Iran is seriously pursuing the construction of a railway linking the cities of Kermanshah and Khosravi, with the ultimate goal of establishing an active international corridor for goods transportation.

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Publish Date: 24/February/2026 | 12:38

Iraq Supports Diplomatic Process in Iran-US Talks

Iraq voiced support for the ongoing diplomatic process in the nuclear talks between Iran and the US, expressing hope that the negotiations will yield favorable results for Iran as well as peace and stability in the region.

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Publish Date: 23/February/2026 | 14:00

Iran, Iraq foreign ministers discuss regional developments

Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi held a phone conversation Saturday evening with Iraqi Foreign Minister Fuad Hussein as part of Tehran’s ongoing consultations with regional counterparts.

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Publish Date: 15/February/2026 | 12:48

Araghchi: Expanding Tehran-Baghdad strategic ties focus of talks with Iraqi counterpart

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has announced that strengthening strategic relations was the main focus of his recent meeting with his Iraqi counterpart, Fuad Hussein.

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Publish Date: 20/January/2026 | 21:08

President Accentuates Firm Iran-Iraq Relationship

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian affirmed the deep, historical, and emotional bonds between Iran and Iraq, stating that the mutual ties will remain steadfast.

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Publish Date: 19/January/2026 | 19:29

Iran describes handover of Ain Al-Asad air base as sign of strengthening Iraqi sovereignty

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has welcomed the handover of the Ain Al-Asad Air Base to Iraqi forces, describing it as another sign of strengthening stability and sovereignty in Iraq.

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Publish Date: 18/January/2026 | 22:51

Iran, Iraq set for strategic talks during FM Hussein visit

In a key diplomatic engagement, the foreign ministers of Iran and Iraq are set to meet in Tehran to coordinate on pressing regional issues.

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Publish Date: 18/January/2026 | 12:04

Iran, Iraq military officials discuss bolstering cooperation

Iranian Military Attaché to Iraq Major General Majid Gholipour and Iraq’s National Security Advisor, Qasim al-Araji, held a meeting to discuss boosting security cooperation.

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Publish Date: 08/January/2026 | 20:47