Iraqi Shiite Cleric's Public COVID Vaccination Prompts Others to Follow
Hundreds of loyal followers of an Iraqi Shiite cleric now wish to receive the COVID-19 vaccine after he was publicly vaccinated.
Saudi Arabia's MBS Wants 'Good' Ties with Iran, Rivals Said to Talk in Iraq
"We do not want the situation of Iran to be difficult, on the contrary, we want a prosperous Iran," Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman said.
Iraq Hospital Involved in Deadly Fire Had Blocked Emergency Exits
The fire Saturday at the Ibn al-Khatib hospital's coronavirus ward in Baghdad burned for hours and resulted in 82 dead and 112 injured. One doctor, Sabah Samer, said he heard at least 20 explosions.
Blood Shed Between Two Rivers | Opinion
It is time President Joe Biden recognize the genocide of the Armenian, Assyrian and Greek people.
CENTCOM Commander General McKenzie Says Iraqi Government Wants U.S. to Stay
The general said that Iraq needs the U.S. support "to continue the fight against ISIS."
Chris Wallace Confronts Jake Sullivan on Afghanistan Withdrawal
The Fox News anchor pointed out that Biden was "just as confident back in 2011 about pulling all U.S. forces out of Iraq."
Pentagon's Bottomless Money Pit: How Biden Can Fund His Infrastructure Plan
It is time the U.S.' fixation on defense spending comes to an end.
Why America Can't End Its "Forever Wars"
The U.S. military's new way of fighting, developed after two decades at war, traps us in conflicts that last forever.
Biden and the Middle East
If there was ever a time for the U.S. to seriously consider a troop withdrawal from the Middle East, that time is now.
Can Congress End 'Forever Wars' Before the U.S. Starts A New One?
"We're all very aware that Congress needs to reassert our war powers authority and stop ceding this authority to the executive branch," California Representative Ted Lieu told Newsweek.
Iran Says Peace Depends on U.S. Syria Withdrawal, but Iraq Attacks Continue
Rockets landed at the Al-Balad airbase north of Baghdad late on Monday, hours after Iran denied involvement in recent attacks.
Pope's Iraq Trip Must Highlight Precarious Situation of Assyrian Christians
Rather than highlight the plight of Assyrians and other Christian groups in the Middle East, Pope Francis' visit may end up worsening their situation.
The Pope Met a Different Kind of Ayatollah—As a Shiite Muslim I am Hopeful
Shiite Islam, including Grand Ayatollah Ali al Sistani and his millions of followers around the world, are important to the future of coexistence in the Middle East and across the world.
Iraq Praises West's Fight Versus ISIS, Syria Says It Only Made Things Worse
"As for Syria, the policy of the European Union and the policy of 'ISIS' are two sides of the same coin, which is the American coin," Syrian Deputy Foreign Minister Ayman Sousan said days before the 10-year anniversary of his country's civil war.
Pope Francis: Pilgrim of Peace
The importance of this first-ever papal visit to Iraq, a country ravaged by war and violence, can hardly be overstated.
Mainstream Media is Erasing Middle Eastern Christians
While the papal tour to Iraq may have inspired hope in many, it also revealed how insidious the systematic erasure of Middle Eastern Christians, and other ethnic and religious minorities, is—and how easily their experiences have been sidelined for the sake of political expediency.
Biden's Syria Strike was Neither Defensive Nor Defensible
The White House sought no congressional permission for the strike, as the Constitution requires.
In Iraq, Pope Demands End to Spread of Weapons as Iran Tensions Build
The pontiff said it was his "duty" to travel to the country despite concerns about the pandemic and the military situation.
Antony Blinken Vows to do Things Differently. Will He?
Secretary Antony Blinken appears to recognize that Washington can frequently be its own worst enemy.
Pentagon Accused of Giving Iran Cover after Attack as Biden Mulls Response
Pentagon spokesperson John Kirby has come under fire for referring to Iran-aligned fighters as "Shia-backed militias."
Iraq Militias at the Center of U.S.-Iran Tensions to Protect Pope Francis
A spokesperson for the Popular Mobilization Forces told Newsweek that the militia collective "is participating in the process of securing the visit of Pope Francis," and, "specifically in Mosul, securing the churches there."
Iran Allies Escalate Attacks Despite Joe Biden Diplomacy, Sanctions
Iran-backed Houthi rebels in Yemen have stepped up attacks on Saudi Arabia as the White House pushes for a diplomatic solution.
U.S. 'Will Take Action' if Needed Against Iraq Attack, But Awaiting Details
"If we assess a further response is warranted, we will take action, again, in a manner and time of our choosing," White House Press Secretary Jen Psaki said, "and we reserve that option."
As Biden Faces New Iran Crisis, Syria Warns of Consequences to U.S. Attacks
A U.S. strike on Syria "sends a negative signal of the new administration's policies and its persistent endeavor to implement the law of force instead of the force of law," Damascus' mission to the United Nations told Newsweek.
Marco Rubio Blames Iran for New Attack on Iraqi Base Hosting U.S. Troops
At least 10 rockets were fired at the Ain Al Asad base in the western Anbar province on Wednesday morning.
Biden's Iran Strategy Is 'Dangerous,' Republicans Say Before Fresh Attack
Ten rockets hit an Iraqi airbase hosting U.S. troops in the west of the country early on Wednesday, in the latest attack on allied forces in the country.
The Republican Party of Misinformation
The Republican Party built its foundation on a string of falsehoods. To protect itself, Republicans acquitted Trump of high crimes and misdemeanors.
In Iraq, Joe Biden Haunted by Obama's Foreign Policy Missteps
"The world has moved on beyond Biden's core views, the U.S. is no longer the 'indispensable nation,'" former U.S. ambassador James Jeffrey told Newsweek, "intervention by the U.S. in countries' inner politics to promote American values is problematic and typically a failure."
Senator Tim Kaine Demands Answers From Biden Administration on Syria Strike
"Congress must be fully briefed on this matter expeditiously," Kaine said after the Biden administration's first military action since taking office.
The Other Khashoggis: Dissidents in Danger Across the Middle East
The U.S. can further honor the memories of Slim, al-Hashemi, Khashoggi and countless unknown activists by naming their murderers and holding them accountable.