Ideas
Don’t Just End the War in Afghanistan, Repeal the Resolution That Authorized It
No current threat remotely justifies roving presidential authority to wage war on multiple continents.
Threats
Militias in Iraq Provide Security, Wield Political Power, and May Be Tearing the Country Apart
The top U.S. commander there said Iraq may be headed for another civil war if the government can’t firm up control.
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Policy
Coalition Plans To Expand Giant ISIS Prison In Syria
The UK-funded effort signals no answer in sight to the thousands of foreign and Syrian detainees.
Ideas
The Biden Administration Is Taking Steps to Stay in Iraq Forever
A recent UN briefing reveals expansive goals for the U.S. war effort.
Threats
Troops Describe Night of Fire From Shadowy Iraqi Militants
After the first rocket struck the Erbil base on Monday, “everything happened pretty quickly.” But U.S. officials still aren't sure who's responsible.
Threats
Photos Reveal Damage from Deadly Rocket Attack at US Base in Iraq
Monday night's attack caught U.S. personnel in their bunks and destroyed contractor living facilities.
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Rocket Attack Hits US Base in Iraqi Kurdistan; Casualties Reported
Five Americans wounded, including one US troop, and one non-U.S. civilian killed in attack claimed by an Iran-linked militia group, as indirect fire hits airport compound and other sites in Erbil.
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Trump Orders Hasty Afghanistan, Iraq Drawdowns to Beat Biden Inauguration
Majority Leader McConnell leads chorus of bipartisan, shocked opposition to the 11th hour order read by Acting Defense Secretary Miller.
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Outgoing Syria Envoy Admits Hiding US Troop Numbers; Praises Trump’s Mideast Record
‘We were always playing shell games,’ says Amb. Jim Jeffrey, who also gives advice to President-elect Biden.
Policy
Is Iraq’s Military Good Enough for US Troops to Leave?
After 17 years of fighting Saddam, AQ, and ISIS, officials say support for Baghdad and its security forces remains key to fending off Iran.
Policy
Trump Says He Wanted To Assassinate Syria’s Assad
The revelation further undermines the president’s assertion that he has stood firmly between the Pentagon and war.
Policy
US Announces Troop Cut In Iraq
The announcement makes public plans that have been in the works for months.
Policy
Trump Says US Troops Will Leave Iraq ‘Shortly’ But Provides No Timeline
Pompeo said it would take place “as soon as we can complete the mission.”
Threats
Iran Is Our Top Priority, Says Senior US Commander In Middle East
Shiite military attacks have made it harder to fight ISIS, Gen. Kenneth McKenzie said.
Threats
Coronavirus Halts Military Travel In and Out of Iraq and Afghanistan
No one comes in until they've quarantined for 14 days, CENTCOM says.
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Why US Troops are Pulling Back All Over Iraq
American forces have begun consolidating at better-protected bases as a new Iraqi prime minister-designate tries to form a government.
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