Baghdad
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Why these Iraqi elections are so important
The Explainer The US and Israel are increasingly pressuring Baghdad to tackle Iran-backed militants, while weakened Iran sees Iraq as a vital remaining ally
By Harriet Marsden, The Week UK Published
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With Cuba reinstated, US State Sponsors of Terrorism list expands back to four
The Explainer How the handful of countries on the U.S. terrorism blacklist earned their spots
By David Faris Published
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Iraq protests: can the ‘bloodbath’ be stemmed?
In Depth UN urges action as more than 300 people killed in violent clashes
By Gabriel Power, The Week UK Last updated
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Islamic State car bomb kills 15 at Baghdad ice cream parlour
Speed Read Images posted on social media show ice cream cups scattered on blood-stained ground
By The Week Staff Published
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Isis rampage: history says we must protect Europe’s borders
In Depth If Isis, from a standing start, can threaten Baghdad in a few days, then nothing is safe
By Crispin Black Published
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Iraqi bomb tutor accidentally blows up class of terrorists
Speed Read Locals rejoice as suicide bomb instructor detonates explosive belt, killing himself and 21 students
By The Week Staff Published
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