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Macron calls for Iraq to stay out of regional conflict, stresses sovereignty
French President Emmanuel Macron on Thursday emphasized France’s support for Iraq’s territorial integrity and stressed the importance of keeping the country apart from the escalating tensions in the Middle East.
Iraq extends airspace closure amid regional tensions
The Iraqi Civil Aviation Authority announced Thursday that the country’s airspace will remain closed to all flights for an additional 72 hours due to escalating regional tensions and security concerns.
Iran-backed militia vows continued attacks on US bases in Iraq
An Iran-aligned Iraqi militia has threatened to continue attacks on US military bases across Iraq, including in the Kurdistan Region, describing such strikes as a response to what it calls American aggression.
PMF fighter killed in Salahaddin as attacks continue on pro-Iran groups in Iraq
A fighter from Iraq’s Popular Mobilization Forces (PMF) was killed and several others wounded in an attack targeting their position in Salahaddin province early Thursday, the group said, as attacks continue on pro-Iran groups in Iraq amid escalating regional tensions.