ISIL detonates historic mosque in Mosul
February 26, 2015 by Hawar Berwani
Nineveh (IraqiNews.com) The ISIL terrorists detonated a historic mosque in Mosul.
Security source stated to IraqiNews.com “The ISIL terrorists detonated al-Khudhir historic mosque in Mosul before the citizens.” /End/
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Thursday, February 26, 2015
Historic Mosque in Mosul Detonated by ISIL
Fear mongering from ISIL terrorists. ~ GNC
Emergency Announcement from the Head of the Donetsk People's Republic
The Donetsk People's Republic have withdrawn their heavy armaments. ~ GNC
Emergency announcement of the Head of the DPR in regard to the withdrawal of heavy armaments
on: February 26, 2015
Head of the DPR Aleksandr Zakharchenko made an emergency announcement in Donetsk on February 26 in regard to the withdrawal of heavy armaments from the line of contact. He recited to the journalists the text of the document submitted to the Head of the OSCE mission in the DPR. “In pursuance of the Declaration of 12.02.2015 and the “Package of measures concerning implementation of the Minsk Agreement” the Donetsk People’s Republic has withdrawn heavy armament to the agreed upon and registered by the given document distance”, the document claims. Aleksandr Zakharchenko remarked that the DPR has withdrawn 90% of artillery, mortar-guns and heavy equipment. “The Ukrainian side evades the commitments formalized by part 2 of the “Package of measures concerning implementation of the Minsk Agreement” and has not started the withdrawal of heavy armaments agreed upon by the sides. The Donetsk People’s Republic offers to Ukrainian side an opportunity to start the withdrawal of heavy armaments envisaged by the “Package of measures concerning implementation of the Minsk Agreement” before 6 PM Kiev time and 7 PM of DPR time on 27.02.2015. In case of violation by the Ukrainian side of the Declaration of 12.02.2015 and the “Package of measures concerning implementation of the Minsk Agreement” the Donetsk People’s Republic is forced to reserve the right to return the heavy armaments to the places of previous dislocation as of 12.02.2015”, the document says. “ The Donetsk People’s Republic lays all the responsibility for the wrecking of the plan of peaceful settlement of the conflict envisaged the Declaration of 12.02.2015 and the “Package of measures concerning implementation of the Minsk Agreement” on the Ukrainian side”, says the document. Aleksandr Zakharchenko also informed the audience about the incessant attacks of Ukrainian forces at the Donetsk airport, Kirovskiy district of Donetsk, Gorlovka, Dokuchayevsk and Yelenovka. “If shelling and attacks do not stop, we reserve the right to consider the Minsk Agreement wrecked by the Ukrainian side. Military equipment will be returned to their previous positions. All attempts to attack our settlements will be checked in the bud”, he stressed. According to the Head of the DPR, the leadership of the LPR will make the similar announcement.
Iraqi Air Force Hits Key Meeting of ISIL Leaders in Anbar
ISIS/ISIL taking casualties day by day. ~ GNC
IAF targets meeting of ISIL key leaders in Anbar
February 26, 2015 by Hawar Berwani
Baghdad (IraqiNews.com) The Iraqi Air Force targeted a meeting for the key terrorist leaders of the ISIL in Anbar.
A statement by the Ministry of Defense received by IraqiNews.com cited “Based on intelligent information, the IAF bombarded the meeting held for the key ISIL leaders at 11:25 a.m. to result in successful results.” /End/
Pavlopol and Pischevik Invaded by the DPR
Couple days old news from Novorossia Today. ~ GNC
The DPR’s Army invaded Pavlopol and Pischevik
on: February 25, 2015
The militias of the DPR’s Army came into Pavlopol and Pischevik, these are the settlements in the southern front, near Mariupol.
They were neutral earlier, and then the fighters of the punitive battalion Azov announced that they started attacking Novoazovsk, that they took Pavlopol, Shirokino and Kominternovo.
Ukrainian occupants came into these settlements and hoisted their flags having used the sharpening situation in Debaltsevo.
Ukrainian Mass Media presented this situation as a great victory, however, when the Army of Novorossia counterattacked Nazis fled.
ISIL Evacuates its Shelters in Northern Samara
Here's a small update on the liberation of Tikrit. ~ GNC
ISIL evacuates its shelters northern Samara
February 26, 2015 by Hawar Berwani
Salah il-Din (IraqiNews.com) The ISIL terrorists evacuated their shelters of northern Samara.
Security source stated to IraqiNews.com “The ISIL terrorists evacuated its shelters of northern Samara due to the anticipated attack by the Iraqi Security Forces in Tikrit city.” /End/
Wednesday, February 25, 2015
France Prepares for Campaign against ISIS, Deploys Carrier in the Gulf
Here come the French. ~ GNC
France deploys aircraft carrier to Gulf for campaign against ISIS
February 26, 2015 by Amre Sarhan
(IraqiNews.com) France has deployed its most prestigious aircraft carrier, the Charles de Gaulle, as part of the U.S.-led military campaign against the ISIS group militants, French government officials said.
The Charles de Gaulle aircraft carrier has entered the Gulf as part of the U.S.-led military campaign against the ISIS group militants in Iraq and Syria.
“We’re are all in this together and having the Charles De Gaulle Strike Group in the region gives the coalition more options to help defeat this common threat,” U.S. 5th Fleet spokesman Lt. Joe Hontz said in a statement.
New Zealand Troops Confirmed in Iraq
The Iraqi Army is going to get pretty deadly after being trained by so many countries. ~ GNC
New Zealand 'stands up for what is right' with ISIS deployment
By Susannah Cullinane
Updated 0122 GMT (0922 HKT) February 25, 2015
NZ Prime Minister John Key said the decision to deploy personnel to Iraq had not been taken lightly.
5,000 Strong Arrived in Tikrit Ready to Liberate the Province
5,000+ fighters arrive in Tikrit, ready to liberate the province from ISIS. I guess we'll see what happens. Videos of the battle will be posted if made available. ~ GNC
More than 5,000 fighters arrive in Tikrit in preparation for zero hour
February 25, 2015 by Abdelhak Mamoun
The governor of Salahuddin Raed al-Jubouri
(IraqiNews.com) Salahuddin governor Raed al-Jubouri declared Tuesday the arrival of more than 5,000 volunteer fighters to the outskirts of Tikrit, adding that the military units are ready to begin the operation of liberating the province, pointing out that camps have been built to receive the displaced because of the current military operations.
Jubouri said in an interview for IraqiNews, “More than 5,000 volunteer fighters have arrived in Samarra and Speicher Base; they will take part in the military operation to liberate Tikrit,” noting that, “The military units are ready to declare the beginning of the operation.”
Al-Jubouri added, “The operation will be managed in accordance with a central plan that will start from several directions,” noting that, “The leaderships of Salahuddin and Samarra Operations, and the formations of the defense and interior ministries, as well as the volunteer and tribal fighters of Tikrit, al-Alam district and the surrounding areas; they will all participate in the operation.”
UN Envoy Expresses Concern about Kidnappings in Baghdadi
The UN is doing their 'job' as usual. ~ GNC
UN Envoy expresses concern about situation in Baghdadi
Feb 24th 2015, 22:46, by Ahmed Hussein
Baghdad (IraqiNews.com) The Special Representative of the United Nations Secretary-General (SRSG) for Iraq, Mr. Nickolay Mladenov today expressed his concern at reports coming out of the Baghdadi area of Anbar Province.
"We have information that a substantial number of civilians may have been kidnapped or killed by the so called Islamic State in Iraq and the Levant (ISIL)," Mr. Mladenov said.
"Such reports illustrate the continuing brutality of ISIL and its total disregard of international humanitarian and human rights law and respect for the principles of civilized peoples," the SRSG added
"I call on the Government of Iraq and the international community to do all they can to liberate the area from ISIL and to alleviate the suffering of the people of Baghdadi district," Mr. Mladenov further added. /End/
Iran: No Evidence of US-led Coalition Dropping Aids, Weapons to ISIL/ISIS
Interesting, Iran's saying that there is no evidence of the West dropping aid to ISIL/ISIS? ~ GNC
Jaafary: No evidences over US-led Coalition dropping aids, weapons to ISIL
Feb 24th 2015, 22:19, by Ahmed Hussein
Baghdad (IraqiNews.com) The Foreign Minister, Ibrahim al-Jaafary, stated in a press conference with his Iranian Counterpart, Jawad Dharif, stated that there are no evidences over the involvement of the US-led Coalition in dropping aids and weapons to ISIL. /End/
Dharif: "Iraq's Security is Iran's Security"
Iraq's security is Iran's securty says the Foreign Minister of Iran. ~ GNC
Dharif describes Iraq's security as security of Iran
Feb 24th 2015, 21:19, by Ahmed Hussein
Baghdad (IraqiNews.com) The Foreign Minister of Iran, Mohamed Dharif described Iraq’s security as security of Iran. /End/
Dharif: 'Iran Stands with Iraq'
The Foreign Minister of Iran vows to stand with Iraq in fighting terrorism, read below. ~ GNC
Dharif: Iran stands with Iraq in fighting terrorism
Feb 24th 2015, 20:51, by Ahmed Hussein
Baghdad (IraqiNews.com) The Foreign Minister of Iran, Mohamed Dharif stressed “Iran stands with Iraq in fighting terrorism.”
Civilians Killed and Injured in Southeastern Baghdad Bombing
More car bomb explosions continue in Baghdad. ~ GNC
5 killed, 12 injured in southeastern Baghdad bombing
Feb 24th 2015, 19:52, by Hawar Berwani
Baghdad (IraqiNews.com) An explosion hit in Diyala bridge area of southeastern Baghdad killing 5 persons and injuring 12 others on Tuesday.
Security source stated to IraqiNews.com “A car bomb exploded in the area causing material damage and killing as well as injuring 17 civilians.”
“A security force transported the injured to the hospital for treatment and the dead to the morgue,” the source concluded. /End/
Number of Women set to Attend Army Ranger School
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Number of women set to attend Army Ranger School inches up
Feb 24th 2015, 16:58, by Dan Lamothe
The number of women expected to attend the elite Army Ranger School for the first time in April has inched up to six, following the completion of a recent preparatory course by a female Apache helicopter pilot, Army officials said Tuesday. The woman is a first lieutenant stationed at Fort Carson, Colo., and was the […]
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Iraq news, the latest Iraq news: Two explosions kill 3, injure 6 people in southern Baghdad
The violence continues in Baghdad. ~ GNC
Two explosions kill 3, injure 6 people in southern Baghdad
Feb 24th 2015, 16:30, by Amre Sarhan
Baghdad (IraqiNews.com) On Tuesday, a source within the police force said, that 3 people including a policeman have been killed and 6 others were injured in two explosions in southern Baghdad.
The source informed IraqiNews, "A bomb that was emplaced under a civil vehicle has went off killing a policeman in the area of al-Yusifiyah, located in southern Baghdad," pointing out that, "After the explosion, people crowded around the area, and a second bomb went off killing two civilians and injuring six others."
Iraqi Army Stepping up their Campaign against ISIL in al-Baghdadi
The Armed Forces of Iraq are planning to step up their campaign against the fight on ISIL/ISIS. Hopefully, we'll see ground being gained by the Iraqi Army. ~ GNC
90 Christians Kidnapped in Syria
More & more Christians being killed or captured by ISIS within the recent weeks. ~ GNC
ISIS kidnaps 90 Christians in Syria
Feb 24th 2015, 15:37, by Abdelhak Mamoun
(IraqiNews.com) The ISIS organization militants have detained 90 Christians in two villages they managed to seize in al-Hasakah province in northeastern Syria, following violent clashes with the Kurdish People’s Protection Units.
The Syrian Observatory said in an email, “It is confirmed that ISIS has kidnapped 90 Christians from the villages of Tel Shamiram and Tel Hormuz located in the vicinity of the town of Tel Tamer in al-Hasakah province, after violent clashes with the People’s Protection Units yesterday at dawn.”
The Observatory pointed out ISIS group managed to gain control of the two villages.
Tuesday, February 24, 2015
Iraqi Security Forces Kill 9 ISIS militants in Southeast of Tikrit
ISIS militants are being annihilated by the Iraqi Security Forces. ~ GNC
Security forces kill 9 ISIS militants in southeast of Tikrit
Feb 24th 2015, 15:40, by Amre Sarhan
Representational file photo.
Salahuddin (IraqiNews.com) On Tuesday, a security source in Salahuddin province said, that 9 elements of the ISIS group have been killed in an artillery strike by the security forces on ISIS sites in southeast of Tikrit.
The source informed IraqiNews, "This afternoon, army forces conducted an artillery strike on gathering sites for the ISIS group militants in the districts of Tikrit and al-Door, located 25 km southeast of Tikrit," pointing out that, "The operation resulted in killing nine elements of the terrorist organization."
"Security forces backed by tribal fighters from the local clans are still advancing on gathering sites and hideouts for the ISIS group militants in Salahuddin province," the source added.
Sunday, February 22, 2015
Russia Wants WAR!
Euromaidan: Anatomy of a Washington-backed coup d'etat
Joe Quinn
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Thu, 19 Feb 2015 21:14 CET
In late November 2013, the 'Euromaidan' in Kiev began as a popular protest against a generalized state of corruption and cronyism in Ukraine. The spark that ostensibly ignited the protests was the inability of then President Yanukovych to sign an EU Association Agreement that would cut Ukraine's economic and military ties to Russia in favor of a closer relationship with the EU and NATO. The EU had made the release of former Ukrainian prime...
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Joe Quinn
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Thu, 19 Feb 2015 21:14 CET
In late November 2013, the 'Euromaidan' in Kiev began as a popular protest against a generalized state of corruption and cronyism in Ukraine. The spark that ostensibly ignited the protests was the inability of then President Yanukovych to sign an EU Association Agreement that would cut Ukraine's economic and military ties to Russia in favor of a closer relationship with the EU and NATO. The EU had made the release of former Ukrainian prime...
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Friday, February 20, 2015
ISIS: 'We Are Coming To Rome'
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Author: Portal Jutarnji.hr
Posted: 1 h and 19 min
ROME
Statement self-proclaimed leader of the Islamic state (IS) Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi Ali how Muslims intend to conquer Rome, was repeated these days on Twitter, where supporters of militants are invited to start using the hashtag #We_Are_Coming_O_Rome (arrive in Rome).
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The threat from militants, who, obviously, have never been to Rome, has raised concern in the Italian media, but also ridicule on the local social networks.
The Romans started to share benevolent advices on Twitter to militants.
One of them advised them to be careful on the Roman ring road on which they could find themselves very easily stuck in traffic jam, and the other warns them not to come by train, since they are always late.
Author: Portal Jutarnji.hr
Posted: 1 h and 19 min
ROME
Statement self-proclaimed leader of the Islamic state (IS) Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi Ali how Muslims intend to conquer Rome, was repeated these days on Twitter, where supporters of militants are invited to start using the hashtag #We_Are_Coming_O_Rome (arrive in Rome).
https://twitter.com/hashtag/We_Are_Coming_O_Rome?src=hash
The threat from militants, who, obviously, have never been to Rome, has raised concern in the Italian media, but also ridicule on the local social networks.
The Romans started to share benevolent advices on Twitter to militants.
One of them advised them to be careful on the Roman ring road on which they could find themselves very easily stuck in traffic jam, and the other warns them not to come by train, since they are always late.
Joint 4,500-strong Military Unit with Poland and Lithuania Ratified by Ukrainian President
Ukrainian President ratifies joint 4,500-strong military unit with Poland and Lithuania
Published time: February 20, 2015 21:48
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Ukraine's President Petro Poroshenko.(Reuters / Valentyn Ogirenko)
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Tags Arms, Conflict, Europe, Military, Ukraine
Ukraine President Petro Poroshenko has signed a law ratifying the creation of a joint military unit with Poland and Lithuania. The unit is set to carry out tasks which have been given a UN Security Council mandate.
Published time: February 20, 2015 21:48
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Ukraine's President Petro Poroshenko.(Reuters / Valentyn Ogirenko)
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Ukraine President Petro Poroshenko has signed a law ratifying the creation of a joint military unit with Poland and Lithuania. The unit is set to carry out tasks which have been given a UN Security Council mandate.
BAE Chief Executive Eyes Lucrative Arms Deals in Middle East ISIS War
'Tasteless’: BAE chief exec eyes lucrative arms deals in Mid East ISIS war
Published time: February 20, 2015 14:43
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British arms manufacturer BAE Systems says the growing involvement of Middle Eastern states in the battle against the Islamic State has caused a spike in demand for the support services it provides for aircraft and weaponry sold in the region.
Published time: February 20, 2015 14:43
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British arms manufacturer BAE Systems says the growing involvement of Middle Eastern states in the battle against the Islamic State has caused a spike in demand for the support services it provides for aircraft and weaponry sold in the region.
3 School Girls from the UK Missing, Believed to become 'Jihadi brides' in Syria
3 British school girls fly to Turkey, aim to 'become Jihadi brides' in Syria
Published time: February 20, 2015 14:25
Edited time: February 20, 2015 16:22
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Tags Children, Conflict, Syria, Terrorism, Turkey, UK, Violence
Three missing British schoolgirls are believed to have flown to Turkey with the intention of crossing the border into Islamic State territory to become Jihadi brides.
The girls, all pupils at Bethnal Green Academy, are reported to have flown from Gatwick to Istanbul on Tuesday during their half-term break.
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Published time: February 20, 2015 14:25
Edited time: February 20, 2015 16:22
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Three missing British schoolgirls are believed to have flown to Turkey with the intention of crossing the border into Islamic State territory to become Jihadi brides.
The girls, all pupils at Bethnal Green Academy, are reported to have flown from Gatwick to Istanbul on Tuesday during their half-term break.
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Most Russians Believe that a Foreign Military Threat is Real
Foreign military threat real, most Russians believe – poll
Published time: February 20, 2015 12:40
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Topol-M intercontinental ballistic missiles during a parade marking the 69th anniversary of the victory in the Great Patriotic War, on Moscow's Red Square. (RIA Novosti/Alexander Vilf)
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Some 68 percent of Russian citizens hold that the likelihood of foreign military aggression towards their country has increased. At the same time, 49 percent consider the current state of Russian military as ‘good’.
Published time: February 20, 2015 12:40
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Topol-M intercontinental ballistic missiles during a parade marking the 69th anniversary of the victory in the Great Patriotic War, on Moscow's Red Square. (RIA Novosti/Alexander Vilf)
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Some 68 percent of Russian citizens hold that the likelihood of foreign military aggression towards their country has increased. At the same time, 49 percent consider the current state of Russian military as ‘good’.
British Soldier Joins the Ranks of the KPG in the Fight against ISIS
Serving British soldier joins Kurdish fight against ISIS
Published time: February 20, 2015 11:30
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Members of the Kurdish security forces take part during an intensive security deployment after clashes with militants of the Islamic State, formerly known as the Islamic State in Iraq and the Levant (ISIL), in Jalawla, Diyala province. (Reuters/Stringer)
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A British man currently serving in the Army has travelled to the Middle East to join Kurdish troops fighting the Islamic State (IS, formerly ISIS/ISIL).
Published time: February 20, 2015 11:30
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Members of the Kurdish security forces take part during an intensive security deployment after clashes with militants of the Islamic State, formerly known as the Islamic State in Iraq and the Levant (ISIL), in Jalawla, Diyala province. (Reuters/Stringer)
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A British man currently serving in the Army has travelled to the Middle East to join Kurdish troops fighting the Islamic State (IS, formerly ISIS/ISIL).
Iraqi Troops Targetting to Retake Cities from ISIL
US official: Iraqi troops to target retaking cities from ISIL
February 20, 2015 by Hawar Berwani
Baghdad (IraqiNews.com)- A senior U.S. military official says the operation to retake Iraq’s second largest city from Islamic State of Iraq and Syria (ISIS) militants will likely begin in April or May and will involve about 12 Iraqi brigades, or between 20,000 and 25,000 troops.
The initial attack force will consist of about 10,000 Iraqi troops, CBS News correspondent David Martin reports. The rest of the force would be held in reserve and include Kurdish fighters along with Iraqi soldiers and special operations forces. U.S. military advisers will give training to all of the troops in the attack force.
February 20, 2015 by Hawar Berwani
Baghdad (IraqiNews.com)- A senior U.S. military official says the operation to retake Iraq’s second largest city from Islamic State of Iraq and Syria (ISIS) militants will likely begin in April or May and will involve about 12 Iraqi brigades, or between 20,000 and 25,000 troops.
The initial attack force will consist of about 10,000 Iraqi troops, CBS News correspondent David Martin reports. The rest of the force would be held in reserve and include Kurdish fighters along with Iraqi soldiers and special operations forces. U.S. military advisers will give training to all of the troops in the attack force.
Mecca and Medina are the Main Targets of ISIS
Mecca and Medina are main ISIS target, says Hassan Nasrallah
February 18, 2015 by Abdelhak Mamoun
The Secretary General of the Lebanese Hezbollah, Hassan Nasrallah
(IraqiNews.com) Secretary-General of Hezbollah, Hassan Nasrallah said that Mecca and Medina are the main targets of ISIS, not Jerusalem, pointing out that its caliphate cannot prevail without the Two Holy Mosques, and that the Iraqis had prevented the terrorist group from accessing the Gulf.
February 18, 2015 by Abdelhak Mamoun
The Secretary General of the Lebanese Hezbollah, Hassan Nasrallah
(IraqiNews.com) Secretary-General of Hezbollah, Hassan Nasrallah said that Mecca and Medina are the main targets of ISIS, not Jerusalem, pointing out that its caliphate cannot prevail without the Two Holy Mosques, and that the Iraqis had prevented the terrorist group from accessing the Gulf.
Thursday, February 19, 2015
US and Turkey Agree to Train and Equip Syrian Rebels against ISIS
US and Turkey agree to train, equip Syrian rebels against ISIS
Published time: February 20, 2015 01:02
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Trends Islamic State in Iraq and Syria
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After months of negotiations, the United States and Turkey have agreed on a plan to train and equip moderate Syrian rebels in the battle against Islamic State militants.
Published time: February 20, 2015 01:02
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Trends Islamic State in Iraq and Syria
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After months of negotiations, the United States and Turkey have agreed on a plan to train and equip moderate Syrian rebels in the battle against Islamic State militants.
Libya, ISIS' Bridge to Europe?
‘Bridge to Europe? Libya turns into main hub for ISIS’
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Libya is just about 350 kilometers from Italy, and is a failed state full of weapons, money, and oil and ISIS is likely use it as a hub to attack Western targets and spread within North Africa, Danni Makki of the Syrian youth movement in the UK, told RT.
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Trends Islamic State
Tags Al-Qaeda, Army, Clashes, Conflict, Human rights, Iraq, Libya, Middle East, Military, Oil, Politics, Religion, Syria, Terrorism, Violence, War
Libya is just about 350 kilometers from Italy, and is a failed state full of weapons, money, and oil and ISIS is likely use it as a hub to attack Western targets and spread within North Africa, Danni Makki of the Syrian youth movement in the UK, told RT.
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Moscow Rejects UK Comment that Russia is a Threat to the Baltics
‘Beyond diplomatic ethics’: Moscow rejects UK comment that Russia is threat to Baltics
Published time: February 19, 2015 11:33
Edited time: February 19, 2015 14:43
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Russian President Vladimir Putin may seek to destabilize the Baltic States of Latvia, Lithuania and Estonia, Defence Secretary Michael Fallon has warned. Moscow labeled his statements "unacceptable."
Speaking to journalists from the Telegraph and the Times on a flight to Sierra Leone, Fallon admitted he was “worried about Putin,” saying the Russian president posed a “real and present danger.”
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Published time: February 19, 2015 11:33
Edited time: February 19, 2015 14:43
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Russian President Vladimir Putin may seek to destabilize the Baltic States of Latvia, Lithuania and Estonia, Defence Secretary Michael Fallon has warned. Moscow labeled his statements "unacceptable."
Speaking to journalists from the Telegraph and the Times on a flight to Sierra Leone, Fallon admitted he was “worried about Putin,” saying the Russian president posed a “real and present danger.”
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Rare Photos of ISIS Leader Abu Bakr Reveal Part of his Past Life
Rare photos of ISIS leader Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi reveal part of his past life
February 20, 2015 by Abdelhak Mamoun
(IraqiNews.com) US network ‘CBS News’ published Wednesday new photos of ISIS leader Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi, showing him in Bucca Camp in early 2004 wearing a yellow prison uniform.
Previous investigations revealed that al-Baghdadi was one of the 12 ISIS leaders who were imprisoned in Bucca, which is considered one of the toughest US prisons in Iraq. Al-Baghdadi spent 10 months behind jails, from February to December 2004, along with about 12 others; all of which have become leaders of the extremist organization.
February 20, 2015 by Abdelhak Mamoun
(IraqiNews.com) US network ‘CBS News’ published Wednesday new photos of ISIS leader Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi, showing him in Bucca Camp in early 2004 wearing a yellow prison uniform.
Previous investigations revealed that al-Baghdadi was one of the 12 ISIS leaders who were imprisoned in Bucca, which is considered one of the toughest US prisons in Iraq. Al-Baghdadi spent 10 months behind jails, from February to December 2004, along with about 12 others; all of which have become leaders of the extremist organization.
2 American Helicopters Land in Mowilha, Reason Unknown
2 American helicopters land in Mowilha area north of Babylon, reason unknown
February 20, 2015 by Abdelhak Mamoun
(IraqiNews.com) On Wednesday, chairman of the security committee of north Babylon, Thamer Zeban revealed that two American helicopters had landed in Mowilha area north of Babylon without knowing the reasons.
The Zeban said in an interview for IraqiNews.com, “Two American helicopters landed, today, in Mowilha area (60 km north of Babylon).”
“The reason why the helicopters landed in that area remains unknown,” Theban added.
February 20, 2015 by Abdelhak Mamoun
(IraqiNews.com) On Wednesday, chairman of the security committee of north Babylon, Thamer Zeban revealed that two American helicopters had landed in Mowilha area north of Babylon without knowing the reasons.
The Zeban said in an interview for IraqiNews.com, “Two American helicopters landed, today, in Mowilha area (60 km north of Babylon).”
“The reason why the helicopters landed in that area remains unknown,” Theban added.
Ukraine Commander: 'We Will Burn Down Crimea, With All Its Residents'
'We Will Burn Down Crimea, With All Its Residents'
Wednesday, February 18, 2015
ISIS Elements Killed, Injured in Airstrikes Southeast of Mosul
Dozens of ISIS elements killed, injured in aerial bombing southeast of Mosul
February 19, 2015 by Abdelhak Mamoun
Salahuddin (IraqiNews.com) A source in the Peshmerga forces announced on Tuesday that dozens of ISIS militants had been killed or wounded in aerial strikes by the US-led international coalition southeast of Mosul.
The source said in an interview for IraqiNews.com, “Today evening, the international coalition aircrafts intensely bombed a number of ISIS sites in Makhmour district southeast of Mosul, which resulted in killing and wounding dozens of ISIS militants.”
The source, who requested to remain anonymous, added, “The bombings also resulted in the destruction of a number of ISIS armored vehicles.”
February 19, 2015 by Abdelhak Mamoun
Salahuddin (IraqiNews.com) A source in the Peshmerga forces announced on Tuesday that dozens of ISIS militants had been killed or wounded in aerial strikes by the US-led international coalition southeast of Mosul.
The source said in an interview for IraqiNews.com, “Today evening, the international coalition aircrafts intensely bombed a number of ISIS sites in Makhmour district southeast of Mosul, which resulted in killing and wounding dozens of ISIS militants.”
The source, who requested to remain anonymous, added, “The bombings also resulted in the destruction of a number of ISIS armored vehicles.”
Key Aide to ISIS Leader Killed by Security Forces in al-Baghdadi
Security forces kill key aide to ISIS leader al-Baghdadi in Diyali
February 19, 2015 by Amre Sarhan
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Diyali (IraqiNews.com) On Wednesday, a security source in Diyali province said, that the Iraqi forces have managed to kill a key aide to the ISIS group leader Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi during a security operation in north of Baqubah.
The source stated to IraqiNews in an interview, “In the late hours of yesterday, Iraqi security forces clashed with elements of the ISIS group hiding at the heights of a valley, located 3 km north of Saddul-Azim in the district of Baqubah,” pointing out that, “The army troops have managed to kill the top ISIS leader Abu Mu’mar al-Masri along with one of his aides.”
“Al-Masri is a key aide to the ISIS group leader Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi in Salahuddin province,” the source added.
February 19, 2015 by Amre Sarhan
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Diyali (IraqiNews.com) On Wednesday, a security source in Diyali province said, that the Iraqi forces have managed to kill a key aide to the ISIS group leader Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi during a security operation in north of Baqubah.
The source stated to IraqiNews in an interview, “In the late hours of yesterday, Iraqi security forces clashed with elements of the ISIS group hiding at the heights of a valley, located 3 km north of Saddul-Azim in the district of Baqubah,” pointing out that, “The army troops have managed to kill the top ISIS leader Abu Mu’mar al-Masri along with one of his aides.”
“Al-Masri is a key aide to the ISIS group leader Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi in Salahuddin province,” the source added.
ISIS Attack Repelled in Samarra by Iraqi Security Forces, 50 Militants Killed and Wounded
Iraqi forces repel ISIS attack on Samarra, kill, wound 50 militants
February 18, 2015 by Amre Sarhan No Comments
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Salahuddin (IraqiNews.com) On Wednesday, a security source in Salahuddin province said, that the Iraqi security forces have repelled a violent attack by the ISIS group militants in southwest of Samarra.
February 18, 2015 by Amre Sarhan No Comments
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Salahuddin (IraqiNews.com) On Wednesday, a security source in Salahuddin province said, that the Iraqi security forces have repelled a violent attack by the ISIS group militants in southwest of Samarra.
Tuesday, February 17, 2015
Russia Conducting their Largest Ever Nuclear Drills in History
Russia have reported that they have begun running their largest ever nuclear missile drills this Thursday.
Nationalinterest.org report:
On Tuesday, Col. Igor Yegorov, a spokesman for the Strategic Missile Forces, told Interfax-AVN that the unit began the largest drill in its history on Thursday. According to Yegorov, over 30 missile regiments and both road-mobile and silo-based missile systems are expected to participate in the massive drills.
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The exercise it taking place across a vast sway of territory, covering an incredible twelve different regions in the country, from Tver region in western Russia to the Irkutsk region in the east. According to Google Maps, that’s a distance of about 3,998 km (2,484 miles).
Yegorov said the drills will test the Strategic Missile Forces’ preparedness for a wide variety of potential scenarios.
“Strategic missile units are practicing a broad range of missions, including red alert, maneuvering in actual combat and deterrence of sabotage units and precision-guidance attacks of a simulated enemy,” Interfax quoted Yegorov as saying.
The spokesman for the unit went on to explain that the first day of the drill was devoted largely to defending deployed road-mobile missiles from sophisticated enemy sabotage attacks. “According to the drill scenario, sabotage groups of the simulated enemy laid mines on combat patrolling routes [of missile units] and applied poisonous chemicals to the area adjacent to their field positions,” Yegorov said, Interfax reported.
Nationalinterest.org report:
On Tuesday, Col. Igor Yegorov, a spokesman for the Strategic Missile Forces, told Interfax-AVN that the unit began the largest drill in its history on Thursday. According to Yegorov, over 30 missile regiments and both road-mobile and silo-based missile systems are expected to participate in the massive drills.
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The exercise it taking place across a vast sway of territory, covering an incredible twelve different regions in the country, from Tver region in western Russia to the Irkutsk region in the east. According to Google Maps, that’s a distance of about 3,998 km (2,484 miles).
Yegorov said the drills will test the Strategic Missile Forces’ preparedness for a wide variety of potential scenarios.
“Strategic missile units are practicing a broad range of missions, including red alert, maneuvering in actual combat and deterrence of sabotage units and precision-guidance attacks of a simulated enemy,” Interfax quoted Yegorov as saying.
The spokesman for the unit went on to explain that the first day of the drill was devoted largely to defending deployed road-mobile missiles from sophisticated enemy sabotage attacks. “According to the drill scenario, sabotage groups of the simulated enemy laid mines on combat patrolling routes [of missile units] and applied poisonous chemicals to the area adjacent to their field positions,” Yegorov said, Interfax reported.
ISIS Jihadists Burn 45 People to Death in Iraq
45 people ‘burned to death’ by ISIS jihadists in Iraq
Published time: February 17, 2015 23:58
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Islamic State militants have reportedly burnt 45 people alive near the town al-Baghdadi in western Iraq. News of the atrocities follows the recent beheading of 21 Christians in Libya and the brutal burning to death of a Jordanian pilot.
Published time: February 17, 2015 23:58
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Islamic State militants have reportedly burnt 45 people alive near the town al-Baghdadi in western Iraq. News of the atrocities follows the recent beheading of 21 Christians in Libya and the brutal burning to death of a Jordanian pilot.
‘Military intervention in Yemen would be like throwing oil in flames’
‘Military intervention in Yemen would be like throwing oil in flames’
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Houthi militiamen guard an entrance of the Republican Palace in Sanaa February 16, 2015.(Reuters / Khaled Abdullah)
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The UN should put pressure on the Gulf Cooperation Council not to militarily intervene in Yemen, as there is already a spreading conflict around the region and it would only further deteriorate the situation, Gerald Horne, author and historian, told RT.
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Houthi militiamen guard an entrance of the Republican Palace in Sanaa February 16, 2015.(Reuters / Khaled Abdullah)
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The UN should put pressure on the Gulf Cooperation Council not to militarily intervene in Yemen, as there is already a spreading conflict around the region and it would only further deteriorate the situation, Gerald Horne, author and historian, told RT.
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European Volunteers Fighting for Eastern Ukraine: 'United Continent'
‘United Continent’: European volunteers fighting Kiev troops in Eastern Ukraine
Published time: August 30, 2014 11:02
Edited time: September 06, 2014 09:57
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European volunteers are streaming into Ukraine to join the fighting on both sides. While Kiev’s forces are beefed up with mercenaries from private military companies, Europeans have also come to defend the rebel Donbass region of their own free will.
One of the latest reinforcements of anti-Kiev troops in Eastern Ukraine are four French ex-serviceman who have come to fight this war, thousands of kilometers from home.
“It’s our war. It’s everybody’s war, it’s every European’s war,” Guillaume, a French fighter in Ukraine defending the Donbass region, told RT’s Paula Slier.
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Published time: August 30, 2014 11:02
Edited time: September 06, 2014 09:57
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European volunteers are streaming into Ukraine to join the fighting on both sides. While Kiev’s forces are beefed up with mercenaries from private military companies, Europeans have also come to defend the rebel Donbass region of their own free will.
One of the latest reinforcements of anti-Kiev troops in Eastern Ukraine are four French ex-serviceman who have come to fight this war, thousands of kilometers from home.
“It’s our war. It’s everybody’s war, it’s every European’s war,” Guillaume, a French fighter in Ukraine defending the Donbass region, told RT’s Paula Slier.
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News Crew from RT Comes Under Shelling at Donetsk Airport
RT crew comes under shelling at Donetsk Airport
Published time: February 17, 2015 12:43
Edited time: February 17, 2015 16:53
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RT correspondent Murad Gazdiev and his crew have come under fire in the area of the Donetsk Airport, which was the scene of intense fighting for months before the ceasefire agreed in Minsk started on February 15.
Gazdiev, cameraman Sam Henderson from RT’s News Team show and a contributing cameraman, were filming at Donetsk International airport when it happened.
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Published time: February 17, 2015 12:43
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RT correspondent Murad Gazdiev and his crew have come under fire in the area of the Donetsk Airport, which was the scene of intense fighting for months before the ceasefire agreed in Minsk started on February 15.
Gazdiev, cameraman Sam Henderson from RT’s News Team show and a contributing cameraman, were filming at Donetsk International airport when it happened.
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US Army Commander Admits Confusing Location of Key Ukrainian City
‘Such a knucklehead’: US army commander admits confusing location of key Ukrainian city
Published time: February 17, 2015 11:29
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A US general and NATO's most senior military commander in Europe said he felt like a “knucklehead” after mixing up the location of the strategically important Ukrainian port city of Mariupol.
Published time: February 17, 2015 11:29
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A US general and NATO's most senior military commander in Europe said he felt like a “knucklehead” after mixing up the location of the strategically important Ukrainian port city of Mariupol.
Debaltsevo Contested Despite Ceasefire
Contested Debaltsevo area remains a stumbling block in E.Ukraine
Published time: February 17, 2015 07:21
Edited time: February 17, 2015 19:16
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Clashes continue around Debaltsevo, a city contested by Kiev’s forces and Ukrainian anti-government troops. Fighting goes on there even as ceasefire is mostly observed in other parts of the conflict zone.
The rebels insist that Debaltsevo has been encircled and that their opponents should lay down their arms and leave it immediately. Kiev claims that the city is its advance stronghold and must remain under its control under the Minsk agreement.
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The issue was one of the major bones of contention during last week’s marathon talks in the Belarusian capital and was not resolved there, with the parties agreeing to hold additional fact-finding probes to find a common ground.
The head of the self-proclaimed Donetsk People’s Republic, Aleksandr Zakharchenko, said the clashes in Debaltsevo are not a violation of the ceasefire agreed on in Minsk on February 12.
“It’s all in the framework of the Minsk agreements. We’re sticking to our positions. Debaltsevo is in our rear area. According to the Minsk agreements, all illegal armed groups on the territory of Donbass must be disbanded or disarmed. So, the disarmament of illegal armed groups is what we’re doing,” Zakharchenko told LifeNews website.
Meanwhile, Kiev said that it views the fighting near Debaltsevo – where thousands of Ukrainian troops remain trapped – as a violation of the Minsk agreements.
“The militants want to surround Debaltsevo and thus destroy all possibilities for further implementation of the Minsk agreements," Valery Chaly, deputy head of the Ukrainian president’s administration said during a briefing on Tuesday.
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Published time: February 17, 2015 07:21
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Clashes continue around Debaltsevo, a city contested by Kiev’s forces and Ukrainian anti-government troops. Fighting goes on there even as ceasefire is mostly observed in other parts of the conflict zone.
The rebels insist that Debaltsevo has been encircled and that their opponents should lay down their arms and leave it immediately. Kiev claims that the city is its advance stronghold and must remain under its control under the Minsk agreement.
Reuters / Baz Ratner
The issue was one of the major bones of contention during last week’s marathon talks in the Belarusian capital and was not resolved there, with the parties agreeing to hold additional fact-finding probes to find a common ground.
The head of the self-proclaimed Donetsk People’s Republic, Aleksandr Zakharchenko, said the clashes in Debaltsevo are not a violation of the ceasefire agreed on in Minsk on February 12.
“It’s all in the framework of the Minsk agreements. We’re sticking to our positions. Debaltsevo is in our rear area. According to the Minsk agreements, all illegal armed groups on the territory of Donbass must be disbanded or disarmed. So, the disarmament of illegal armed groups is what we’re doing,” Zakharchenko told LifeNews website.
Meanwhile, Kiev said that it views the fighting near Debaltsevo – where thousands of Ukrainian troops remain trapped – as a violation of the Minsk agreements.
“The militants want to surround Debaltsevo and thus destroy all possibilities for further implementation of the Minsk agreements," Valery Chaly, deputy head of the Ukrainian president’s administration said during a briefing on Tuesday.
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ISIS Militants Killed in Tikrit by Coalition Strike
Coalition strike kills, wounds dozens of ISIS militants in Tikrit
February 17, 2015 by Amre Sarhan
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Salahuddin (IraqiNews.com) On Tuesday, a local source in Salahuddin province said, that dozens of ISIS militants have been either killed or injured in an air strike that targeted their headquarters in eastern Tikrit.
The source informed IraqiNews, “This evening, Iraqi warplanes conducted an air strike against headquarters for the ISIS group in the area of al-Alam, located in eastern Tikrit,” adding that, “The air strike resulted in killing and wounding dozens of elements of the ISIS group.”
“The headquarters were used by the group militants to hide in, and have contained loads of weapons and explosives,” the source added.
February 17, 2015 by Amre Sarhan
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Salahuddin (IraqiNews.com) On Tuesday, a local source in Salahuddin province said, that dozens of ISIS militants have been either killed or injured in an air strike that targeted their headquarters in eastern Tikrit.
The source informed IraqiNews, “This evening, Iraqi warplanes conducted an air strike against headquarters for the ISIS group in the area of al-Alam, located in eastern Tikrit,” adding that, “The air strike resulted in killing and wounding dozens of elements of the ISIS group.”
“The headquarters were used by the group militants to hide in, and have contained loads of weapons and explosives,” the source added.
Assassination Attempt on Former Governor of Diyala in Baghdad
Former governor of Diyala survives assassination attempt in Baghdad
February 17, 2015 by Abdelhak Mamoun
The former governor of Diyala, Omar Humairi
(IraqiNews.com) On Tuesday, former governor of Diyala Omar Humairi’s office announced that a security force was able to foil an attempt to assassinate him as he left the Rusafa Court in Baghdad.
Humairi’s office said in a statement received by IraqiNews.com, “A force of Baghdad Operations Command and the Interior Ministry was able today to foil an attempt to assassinate the former governor of Diyala, Omar Humairi.”
“The operation was carried out by an armed group when Humairi left Rusafa Court in Baghdad,” the office added.
February 17, 2015 by Abdelhak Mamoun
The former governor of Diyala, Omar Humairi
(IraqiNews.com) On Tuesday, former governor of Diyala Omar Humairi’s office announced that a security force was able to foil an attempt to assassinate him as he left the Rusafa Court in Baghdad.
Humairi’s office said in a statement received by IraqiNews.com, “A force of Baghdad Operations Command and the Interior Ministry was able today to foil an attempt to assassinate the former governor of Diyala, Omar Humairi.”
“The operation was carried out by an armed group when Humairi left Rusafa Court in Baghdad,” the office added.
Shiite Militiamen Rush to Defend Kirkuk from ISIS
Iraq Shiite militias rush to defend oil-rich Kirkuk from IS
By VIVIAN SALAMA and BRAM JANSSEN 1 hour ago
KIRKUK, Iraq (AP) — Shiite prayers billow from a mosque loudspeaker at a sprawling Iraqi military base on the fringes of the northern oil-rich city of Kirkuk as Shiite militiamen, most of them in mismatched military fatigues, shuttle back and forth to nearby front-lines, eager for a taste of victory against the Islamic State group.
When the IS militants blitzed across northern and western Iraq last year, tens of thousands of Shiite men answered a call-to-arms by the country's top Shiite cleric, Grand Ayatollah Ali al-Sistani, to defend the nation against the Sunni extremists.
By VIVIAN SALAMA and BRAM JANSSEN 1 hour ago
KIRKUK, Iraq (AP) — Shiite prayers billow from a mosque loudspeaker at a sprawling Iraqi military base on the fringes of the northern oil-rich city of Kirkuk as Shiite militiamen, most of them in mismatched military fatigues, shuttle back and forth to nearby front-lines, eager for a taste of victory against the Islamic State group.
When the IS militants blitzed across northern and western Iraq last year, tens of thousands of Shiite men answered a call-to-arms by the country's top Shiite cleric, Grand Ayatollah Ali al-Sistani, to defend the nation against the Sunni extremists.
Hezbollah Says it is Fighting ISIS in Iraq
Hezbollah says it is fighting IS in Iraq
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Beirut (AFP) - Lebanon's Shiite movement Hezbollah is fighting the Islamic State group in Iraq, its chief Hassan Nasrallah revealed for the first time Monday in a speech beamed to supporters.
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Beirut (AFP) - Lebanon's Shiite movement Hezbollah is fighting the Islamic State group in Iraq, its chief Hassan Nasrallah revealed for the first time Monday in a speech beamed to supporters.
Monday, February 16, 2015
Violent Clashes in West Fallujah between ISF and ISIS Elements
Violent clashes between security forces and ISIS elements west of Fallujah
February 16, 2015 by Abdelhak Mamoun
Al-Anbar (IraqiNews.com) On Monday, violent clashes broke out between the security forces and ISIS militants after ISIS attacked al-Falahat area west of Fallujah, according to a security source in Anbar province.
The source informed IraqiNews.com, “The ISIS militants launched this evening a violent attack on al-Falahat area west of Fallujah, where Habbaniyah military base is located, which led to the outbreak of violent clashes that are still ongoing.”
“The Iraqi Army Aviation has participated in repelling the attack and bombed a number of targets,” it added.
February 16, 2015 by Abdelhak Mamoun
Al-Anbar (IraqiNews.com) On Monday, violent clashes broke out between the security forces and ISIS militants after ISIS attacked al-Falahat area west of Fallujah, according to a security source in Anbar province.
The source informed IraqiNews.com, “The ISIS militants launched this evening a violent attack on al-Falahat area west of Fallujah, where Habbaniyah military base is located, which led to the outbreak of violent clashes that are still ongoing.”
“The Iraqi Army Aviation has participated in repelling the attack and bombed a number of targets,” it added.
27 Terrorists Killed in North Baghdad by Iraqi Forces
Iraqi forces kill 27 terrorists in northern Baghdad
February 16, 2015 by Amre Sarhan
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Baghdad (IraqiNews.com) On Monday, Baghdad Operations Command announced, that 27 terrorists have been killed and 162 explosives were removed in an extensive security operation in northern Baghdad.
Baghdad Operations Command said in a statement obtained by IraqiNews, “On the second day in a row, Iraqi troops of Baghdad Operations Command are advancing in an security operation to liberate the areas of al-Hawra, al-Buhairat and Tal-Tasa, located in northern Baghdad,” adding that, “Army forces have managed to kill 27 terrorists and remove 162 explosive devices, in addition to destroying a number of vehicles and motorcycles that belonged to the militants.”
February 16, 2015 by Amre Sarhan
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Baghdad (IraqiNews.com) On Monday, Baghdad Operations Command announced, that 27 terrorists have been killed and 162 explosives were removed in an extensive security operation in northern Baghdad.
Baghdad Operations Command said in a statement obtained by IraqiNews, “On the second day in a row, Iraqi troops of Baghdad Operations Command are advancing in an security operation to liberate the areas of al-Hawra, al-Buhairat and Tal-Tasa, located in northern Baghdad,” adding that, “Army forces have managed to kill 27 terrorists and remove 162 explosive devices, in addition to destroying a number of vehicles and motorcycles that belonged to the militants.”
Ray of Light from Minsk Deal as Clouds Gather over Kiev
Minsk deal a ray of light as clouds gather over Kiev
Bryan MacDonald is a Russia-based Irish journalist and media commentator who focuses on Russia and its hinterlands and international geo-politics.
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Published time: February 13, 2015 04:10
A Ukrainian serviseman talks on his mobile phone outside Debaltsevo, eastern Ukraine February 10, 2015. (Reuters / Alexei Chernyshev)
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The Minsk agreement makes a dent in the darkness engulfing Ukraine. It's now imperative that all parties to the conflict seize the chance to let the light in.
Europe’s three most powerful leaders emerged after 17 hours of tough negotiations in Minsk with a ceasefire deal which will hopefully create the conditions for a permanent peace.
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Published time: February 13, 2015 04:10
A Ukrainian serviseman talks on his mobile phone outside Debaltsevo, eastern Ukraine February 10, 2015. (Reuters / Alexei Chernyshev)
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The Minsk agreement makes a dent in the darkness engulfing Ukraine. It's now imperative that all parties to the conflict seize the chance to let the light in.
Europe’s three most powerful leaders emerged after 17 hours of tough negotiations in Minsk with a ceasefire deal which will hopefully create the conditions for a permanent peace.
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ISIS Killers 'high-fiving each other' after Execution, US Volunteer's Experience
ISIS killers were ‘high-fiving each other’ after execution – US volunteer with Kurdish troops
Published time: February 17, 2015 02:04
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Kurdish Peshmerga fighters celebrate atop an army vehicle as they move towards the Syrian town of Kobani from the border town of Suruc, Sanliurfa province (Reuters / Yannis Behrakis)
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A Florida native told RT that he followed ‘God’s call’ when he joined Kurdish fighters in the north of Syria to battle the Islamic State (formerly ISIS). He is one of dozens of westerners who have come to the region to fight against the terror group.
Published time: February 17, 2015 02:04
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A Florida native told RT that he followed ‘God’s call’ when he joined Kurdish fighters in the north of Syria to battle the Islamic State (formerly ISIS). He is one of dozens of westerners who have come to the region to fight against the terror group.
Ceasefire at Risk in Ukraine, Violations Presisting
Backed Rebels Accuse Each Other Of Violations
| By PETR JOSEK
Posted: 02/16/2015 4:42 am EST Updated: 46 minutes ago
LUHANSKE, Ukraine (AP) — Intense artillery exchanges between Ukrainian government forces and Russian-backed separatists persisted Monday around a strategic town in eastern Ukraine — fighting that threatens to dash a cease-fire deal brokered by European leaders last week.
Under a cease-fire agreement negotiated by the leaders of Ukraine, Russia, Germany and France, the warring sides to begin withdrawing heavy weapons from the front line Tuesday. That plan already looks at risk, with the rebels saying they are not satisfied that conditions are in place for the process to go ahead.
| By PETR JOSEK Posted: 02/16/2015 4:42 am EST Updated: 46 minutes ago
LUHANSKE, Ukraine (AP) — Intense artillery exchanges between Ukrainian government forces and Russian-backed separatists persisted Monday around a strategic town in eastern Ukraine — fighting that threatens to dash a cease-fire deal brokered by European leaders last week.
Under a cease-fire agreement negotiated by the leaders of Ukraine, Russia, Germany and France, the warring sides to begin withdrawing heavy weapons from the front line Tuesday. That plan already looks at risk, with the rebels saying they are not satisfied that conditions are in place for the process to go ahead.
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