Maliki Takes Steps to Ease Political, Social Divisions in Iraq

Following months of protests in Sunni-majority regions of Iraq, Prime Minister Nouri al-Maliki has finally agreed to take steps to mitigate the crisis and listen to protesters’ demands, writes Mushreq Abbas.

Iraq

Will Anbar Elections Go Ahead?

Questions have been raised in Baghdad over the decision to postpone Anbar's provincial elections, and the decision may be reversed, writes Mustafa al-Kadhimi.

Iraq

After 10 Years of Iraqi Conflict, Only Kurds Emerge as Winners

The Kurds of Iraq have been one of the few unequivocal winners from the U.S.-led invasion of 2003, with a greater role in politics and a burgeoning economy, writes Abdel Hamid Zebari.

Iraq

Iraq Aims to Increase Oil Output

The Iraqi government has drawn up plans to increase the country’s oil production capabilities over the next decade, writes Omar al-Shaher.

Iraq

Despite Boasts, Iraqi Security Fails to Stop al-Qaeda Attacks

In light of the recent attack on the Iraqi Ministry of Justice, Mustafa al-Kadhimi argues that the country’s security services have not done enough to stop al-Qaeda and other terrorist groups.

Iraq

Iraq's Sunni-Shiite Families Fear Renewed Sectarian Violence

Iraq’s estimated 2 million mixed Sunni-Shiite families are worried that renewed sectarian violence could have a devastating effect on their daily lives, writes Bushra Al Mudhafar.

Iraq

Obama Calls for Peace Talks Without Conditions

Obama called on Palestinians to begin talks with Israel despite settlement activity; Iraq is on edge; and it's unclear if a Kurdish initiative and Netanyahu’s apology represent new trends in Turkish foreign policy.

Palestine

Differences Deepen Between Iraqi Kurdish Parties

Differences between the Kurdistan Democratic Party and the Patriotic Union of Kurdistan are coming to the surface, Abdel Hamid Zebari writes.

Iraq

The Iraq War Is Not Over

Geoffrey Aronson writes that while the Iraq War may have ended for Americans, sectarian regional wars are being fought there and in Syria.

Iraq

US, Iraq Seek to Boost Oil Sector Transparency

Washington and Baghdad enter into an agreement to ensure greater transparency in the oil sector, reports Omar al-Shaher.

Iraq

Muqtada al-Sadr: Staying In Iraqi Government a 'Sin'

A statement released by controversial Shiite cleric Muqtada al-Sadr contains stinging criticism of Iraqi Prime Minister Nouri al-Maliki, writes Ali Abel Sadah.

Iraq

Iraq War Lessons, a Decade Later

Iraq's embrace of democracy since the 2003 war has set the stage for sectarian politics and instability by heightening internal tensions and inviting outside interference in times of crisis, writes Nassif Hitti.

Iraq