January 2015 - Iraq Special Weapons News

Airstrikes in Syria, Iraq Destroy ISIL Targets AFPS 31 Jan 2015 -- U.S. and coalition military forces have continued to attack Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant terrorists in Syria and Iraq, Combined Joint Task Force Operation Inherent Resolve officials reported today.
Air Strike Kills IS 'Chemical Weapons Expert' RFE/RL 31 Jan 2015 -- U.S. military officials say a mid-level Islamic State militant who specialized in chemical weapons was killed in an U.S. air strike near Mosul in Iraq last week.
Official: Fencing of Iran, Iraq borderline completed IRNA 31 Jan 2015 -- Commander of Iranian border police Brigadier General Qassem Rezaie said the fencing of the borderline between Iran and Iraq in south of the country has completed.
ISIL terrorists seize oil facility in northern Iraq Iran Press TV 31 Jan 2015 -- The ISIL Takfiri terrorists have taken control of a small crude oil separation unit in northern Iraq.
Kurdish Fighters Drive Islamic State Back From Oil-Rich Iraqi Kirkuk Sputnik 31 Jan 2015 -- Kurdish Peshemerga fighters managed to rebuff Islamic State (IS) militants trying to occupy the oil-producing city of Kirkuk in northern Iraq, Al Jazeera reported Saturday.
Military Airstrikes Hit ISIL in Syria, Iraq AFPS 30 Jan 2015 -- U.S. and coalition military forces continued to attack Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant terrorists in Syria, using bomber and fighter aircraft to conduct six airstrikes, Combined Joint Task Force Operation Inherent Resolve officials reported.
More Airstrikes Hit ISIL in Syria, Iraq AFPS 30 Jan 2015 -- U.S. and coalition military forces continued to attack Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant terrorists in Syria, using fighter aircraft to conduct two airstrikes, Combined Joint Task Force Operation Inherent Resolve officials reported.
Six killed in ISIL new attack on Iraq's Kirkuk Iran Press TV 30 Jan 2015 -- Latest reports say ISIL Takfiri militants have launched a surprise attack on the northern Iraqi city of Kirkuk from different fronts, killing at least six Peshmerga fighters.
Heavy Fighting Near Kirkuk, Twin Blasts Hit Baghdad Market VOA 30 Jan 2015 -- Fierce fighting erupted Friday between Islamic State militants and Kurdish Peshmerga forces near the northern Iraqi city of Kirkuk. Officials say a senior Kurdish commander and at least eight of his fighters were killed. Meanwhile, at least 27 people were killed in back-to back bomb blasts in Baghdad.
Iraq: UN mission applauds Government investigation into sectarian massacre UN News Centre 29 Jan 2015 -- The UN Assistance Mission in Iraq (UNAMI) has welcomed the Government's decision to conduct a full investigation into the alleged sectarian killing of dozens of civilians by armed groups in Iraq's eastern Diyala province.
Update: air strikes in Iraq UK MOD 29 Jan 2015 -- British forces have continued to conduct air operations to assist the Iraqi government in its fight against ISIL.
Paving the Way: TF Al Asad Trains Iraqi Army in CIED Drills USMC News 28 Jan 2015 -- U.S. Marines from Special Purpose Marine Air Ground Task Force-Crisis Response-Central Command, Task Force Al Asad, facilitated a counter improvised explosive device class for members of the Iraqi Army to teach them basic IED reaction and mitigation skills at Al Asad Air Base, Iraq, Jan. 18, 2015.
Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL in Syria and Iraq AFPS 28 Jan 2015 -- U.S. and coalition military forces continued to attack Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant terrorists in Syria, using bomber, fighter, and remotely piloted aircraft to conduct 13 airstrikes, Combined Joint Task Force Operation Inherent Resolve officials reported today.
UN agency sounds warning over Iraqis displaced to country's South UN News Centre 27 Jan 2015 -- The United Nations has said today that many recently displaced Iraqis in the south of the strife-riven country are facing a "critical" humanitarian situation.
Update: air strikes in Iraq UK MOD 27 Jan 2015 -- British forces have continued to conduct air operations to assist the Iraqi government in its fight against ISIL.
Coalition Continues Airstrikes Against ISIL in Syria, Iraq AFPS 26 Jan 2015 -- U.S. and coalition military forces have continued to attack Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant terrorists in Syria and Iraq, Combined Joint Task Force Operation Inherent Resolve officials reported today.
Iraqi forces liberate Diyala Province from ISIL terrorists Iran Press TV 26 Jan 2015 -- Iraq's armed forces backed by volunteers have completely liberated the eastern province of Diyala from the occupation of ISIL Takfiri terrorists, a senior military officer says.
Iraqi army to lauch major offensive against ISIL in Ramadi Iran Press TV 26 Jan 2015 -- Iraqi armed forces have made preparations for the launch of a large-scale military operation in the city of Ramadi to flush out Takfiri ISIL militants.
Operation Inherent Resolve Airstrikes Continue in Syria, Iraq AFPS 24 Jan 2015 -- U.S. and coalition military forces have continued to attack Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant terrorists in Syria and Iraq, Combined Joint Task Force Operation Inherent Resolve officials reported today.
Fewer Air Targets as ISIL Terrorists Hide, Change Tactics AFPS 23 Jan 2015 -- Success in the effort to degrade, defeat and destroy the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant shouldn't be considered simply in terms of a body count or how much land has changed hands, Pentagon Press Secretary Navy Rear Adm. John Kirby said today.
Iraqi Training Sites Now Operational, Pentagon Spokesman Says AFPS 23 Jan 2015 -- The fourth and final training site for Iraqi forces started operations today in Irbil, Pentagon Press Secretary Navy Rear Adm. John Kirby said today.
Operation Inherent Resolve Airstrikes Continue in Syria, Iraq AFPS 23 Jan 2015 -- U.S. and coalition military forces have continued to attack Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant terrorists in Syria and Iraq, Combined Joint Task Force Operation Inherent Resolve officials reported today.
Dempsey: Keep All Options on Table for Use of Force Against ISIL AFPS 23 Jan 2015 -- All options should remain on the table in an authorization for use of military force against Islamic terrorists, the chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff said yesterday.
Iraqi army makes advances against ISIL in Anbar, Salahuddin Iran Press TV 23 Jan 2015 -- Iraqi army has made fresh gains against the ISIL Takfiri militants after launching major operations against the terrorists on several battle fronts in the western province of Anbar as well as Salahuddin province in the north, Press TV reports.
Joint Press Availability with UK Foreign Secretary Hammond and Iraqi Prime Minister Abadi US Dept. of State 22 Jan 2015
Kerry Says Progress Made In Fighting Islamic State RFE/RL 22 Jan 2015 -- U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry says the Islamic State (IS) extremist group is a global problem but that progress has been made fighting the group.
Kerry: Coalition Halts Islamic State Momentum VOA 22 Jan 2015 -- U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry said on Thursday that the Islamic State group's momentum in Iraq had been halted or reversed and that U.S. weapons for government forces would be arriving very shortly.
Over 6,000 IS Fighters Killed in US-Led Coalition Airstrikes Sputnik 22 Jan 2015 -- US-led airstrikes have killed over 6,000 Islamic State (IS) fighters, US Ambassador to Iraq Stuart Jones said Thursday.
Update: air strikes in Iraq UK MOD 22 Jan 2015 -- British forces have continued to conduct air operations to assist the Iraqi government in its fight against ISIL.
Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL Targets in Syria, Iraq AFPS 22 Jan 2015 -- U.S. and coalition military forces have continued to attack Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant terrorists in Syria and Iraq, Combined Joint Task Force Operation Inherent Resolve officials reported today.
Kurdish Fighters Want More Military Aid to Take Down Islamic State Sputnik 22 Jan 2015 -- Kurdish forces are asking for more help, including military aid and training, from the West to fight the Islamic State (IS) jihadist group, Sky News reported Thursday.
Inherent Resolve Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL in Syria, Iraq AFPS 21 Jan 2015 -- U.S. and coalition military forces have continued to attack Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant terrorists in Syria and Iraq, Combined Joint Task Force Operation Inherent Resolve officials reported today.
Coalition Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL in Iraq, Syria AFPS 20 Jan 2015 -- U.S. and coalition military forces have continued to attack Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant terrorists in Syria and Iraq in recent days, Combined Joint Task Force Operation Inherent Resolve officials reported today.
IS Sharia Courts in N. Iraq Dispense Cruel Punishments VOA 20 Jan 2015 -- The U.N. High Commissioner for Human Rights is condemning cruel and inhuman punishments meted out by so-called Sharia courts established by Islamic State militants in northern Iraq. The agency says anyone falling foul of the militants' extremist interpretation of Islam is at risk of being killed.
Canadian Forces Fight IS in Iraq VOA 19 Jan 2015 -- Canadian special forces have engaged with Islamic State fighters in ground combat in Iraq, in what their commander says was the first time they had taken and returned fire.
Update: air strikes in Iraq UK MOD 19 Jan 2015 -- British forces have continued to conduct air operations to assist the Iraqi government in its fight against ISIL.
Larijani: Iran supports Iraqi territorial integrity IRNA 19 Jan 2015 -- Some countries are after disintegration of Iraq into several small states, but, Iran supports the Iraqi territorial integrity as a strategy, Iranian Parliament Speaker Ali Larijani said Monday.
Iraq must safeguard territorial integrity: Larijani Iran Press TV 19 Jan 2015 -- Iran's Parliament (Majlis) Speaker Ali Larijani has warned against some countries' move to disintegrate Iraq, stressing that Baghdad must safeguard its territorial integrity.
Islamic State Group Releases 200 Iraqi Yazidis VOA 18 Jan 2015 -- The Islamic State group has released at least 200 Yazidis after five months of captivity in Iraq.
Airstrikes Against ISIL Continue in Iraq, Syria AFPS 16 Jan 2015 -- U.S. and coalition military forces have continued to attack Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant terrorists in Syria and Iraq, Combined Joint Task Force Operation Inherent Resolve officials reported today.
Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL in Syria, Iraq AFPS 15 Jan 2015 -- U.S. and coalition military forces continued to attack Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant terrorists in Syria, using attack, bomber, fighter, and remotely piloted aircraft to conduct 11 airstrikes, Combined Joint Task Force Operation Inherent Resolve officials reported today.
Airstrikes Hit ISIL in Syria, Iraq AFPS 14 Jan 2015 -- U.S. and coalition military forces continued to attack Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant terrorists in Syria, using bomber and fighter aircraft to conduct six airstrikes, Combined Joint Task Force Operation Inherent Resolve officials reported today.
Iraq does not need foreign intervention: Hakim Iran Press TV 14 Jan 2015 -- The head of the Islamic Supreme Council of Iraq has dismissed the US-led coalition's sincerity in its fight against the ISIL terrorists, saying Iraqis can defend their country on their own.
Airstrikes Hit ISIL Targets in Syria, Iraq AFPS 13 Jan 2015 -- U.S. and coalition military forces have continued to attack Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant terrorists in Syria and Iraq, Combined Joint Task Force Operation Inherent Resolve officials reported today.
Update: air strikes in Iraq UK MOD 13 Jan 2015 -- British forces have continued to conduct air operations to assist the Iraqi government in its fight against ISIL.
Iraqi top commander rejects reports on Iran's military presence in Iraq ISNA 12 Jan 2015 -- A top commander of Iraq's volunteer forces categorically rejected reports on Iran's military presence in Iraq, reiterating that Iran is only provides advisors and weapons for Iraq.
70 ISIL militants killed in northern Iraq: Source Iran Press TV 11 Jan 2015 -- At least 70 Takfiri ISIL terrorists have been killed in severe clashes with joint Iraqi soldiers and Kurdish Peshmerga forces in northern Iraq, a security source says.
At Least 24 Kurds Killed by Islamic State Militants in Iraq Deadly Attack Sputnik 11 Jan 2015 -- Islamic State militants have killed at least 24 members of the Kurdish security forces in an attack in northern Iraq, Kurdish officials said. This attack is one of the deadliest single battles for the Kurds since last summer, reports Reuters.
Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL in Syria, Iraq AFPS 10 Jan 2015 -- U.S. and coalition military forces have continued to attack Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant terrorists in Syria and Iraq, Combined Joint Task Force Operation Inherent Resolve officials reported today.
Iraq army forces backed by local fighters deter ISIL offensive on western city Iran Press TV 09 Jan 2015 -- Units of Iraqi government troops, backed by local police forces and volunteer fighters, have managed to repel an attack by the ISIL Takfiri terrorists in the western province of Anbar.
U.S., Partner Nations Continue Airstrikes Against ISIL AFPS 08 Jan 2015 -- U.S. and partner-nation military forces have continued to attack Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant terrorists in Syria and Iraq, Combined Joint Task Force Operation Inherent Resolve officials reported today.
Emergency Needs Grow in Iraq as Winter Bites VOA 08 Jan 2015 -- The International Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies are appealing for $19 million to provide emergency winter assistance to nearly one-half million displaced people who have fled from militant Islamist attacks to Irbil and Dohuk in Iraq's Kurdish region.
Iraqi Kurds Retake Territory; Seek More Help to Free Mosul VOA 07 Jan 2015 -- No one is yet talking about victory in the war against the vicious group that calls itself the Islamic State (IS).
US to Send Additional Military Trainers to Iraq: Defense Department Sputnik 07 Jan 2015 -- Additional US trainers will arrive in Iraq by the end of the month to help build the capabilities of the Iraqi security forces, Pentagon press secretary Rear Adm. John Kirby said.
US gives 250 mine-resistant armored vehicles to Iraq Iran Press TV 07 Jan 2015 -- The United States has donated 250 mine-resistant, ambush-protected vehicles (MRAPs) to the Iraqi Army as it battles the ISIL terrorist organization, the US embassy announced.
US Sends Additional Equipment to Iraq for Fight Against IS: State Dept. Sputnik 07 Jan 2015 -- The United States has donated 250 mine-resistant, ambush protected (MRAP) vehicles to the Iraqi Government for the country's security forces to fight against the Islamic State (IS), the US Department of State said.
Pentagon Probes Possible Civilian Casualties in Iraq, Syria Strikes VOA 06 Jan 2015 -- The Pentagon has acknowledged for the first time that there may have been civilian casualties from coalition airstrikes against Islamic State in Iraq and Syria.
Fight against ISIL: Ammo troops keep up with tempo AFNS 06 Jan 2015 -- There's nothing more exciting than watching a fighter jet loaded with munitions roar down the flight line headed off to take out the bad guy.
Inherent Resolve Airstrikes Continue in Syria, Iraq AFPS 06 Jan 2015 -- U.S. and partner-nation military forces have continued to attack Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant terrorists in Syria and Iraq, Combined Joint Task Force Operation Inherent Resolve officials reported today.
LATEST: air strikes in Iraq UK MOD 06 Jan 2015 -- British forces have continued to conduct air operations to assist the Iraqi government in its fight against ISIL.
UN health agency says no Ebola detected in Iraq, calls reports of cases 'rumours' UN News Centre 06 Jan 2015 -- Despite reports of Ebola cases in Mosul in several Iraqi media sources last week, the Iraqi Ministry of Health and the United Nations health agency have confirmed today that no cases of the disease have so far been found in the country.
Iraqi commander lauds Iran's role in freeing Iraq ISNA 06 Jan 2015 -- A senior Iraqi commander lauded Iran's support for Iraqi government, reiterating that there would be no government in Baghdad if Iran's did cooperate with the country.
Fighting raging on between Iraqi forces, ISIL militants in Anbar Iran Press TV 06 Jan 2015 -- Fighting is reportedly raging on between Iraqi forces and the ISIL Takfiri group in Iraq's Anbar Province, west of the capital, Baghdad.
Iraq restructuring army to stop ISIL: Minister Iran Press TV 06 Jan 2015 -- Iraq is restructuring its army in order to boost its capabilities in countering the advance of the ISIL Takfiri group in the country, the Iraqi defense minister says.
ISIL militants seize Saudi posts near border with Iraq: Iraqi officer Iran Press TV 06 Jan 2015 -- Iraqi security sources say the ISIL Takfiri militants have attacked a number of Saudi border posts along Iraq's strife-stricken western province of al-Anbar, and managed to take control over the military facilities.
Iran's red line for terrorist groups lies 40 km inside Iraqi soil IRNA 06 Jan 2015 -- Commander of Armys Ground Force Brigadier General Ahmad Reza Pourdastan said on Tuesday that Iran has drawn red line for terrorist groups 40 km inside the Iraqi territory.
Iran has marked a 40-km red zone inside Iraqi border Iran Press TV 06 Jan 2015 -- The commander of the Iranian Army's Ground Forces says Iran has marked a 40-km red zone into the Iraqi border to warn terrorists of any infiltration attempt into Iranian territories.
Combined Joint Task Force Continues Airstrikes Against ISIL AFPS 05 Jan 2015 -- U.S. and partner-nation military forces continued to attack Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant terrorists in Syria and Iraq, Combined Joint Task Force Operation Inherent Resolve officials reported today.
U.S. Military Begins Training Iraqi Forces to Take on ISIL AFPS 05 Jan 2015 -- The United States has begun training Iraqi army recruits, a central part of the strategy by the U.S.-led coalition that is working with the Iraqi government to retake territory and ultimately defeat Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant terrorists in the country.
Suicide Bomber Kills 3 Saudi Border Guards VOA 05 Jan 2015 -- Saudi officials said a suicide bomber killed two border guards and their commanding officer in an attack near the Iraqi border.
Rafsanjani warns of civil war in Iraq IRNA 05 Jan 2015 -- Chairman of the Expediency Council Ayatollah Akbar Hashemi Rafsanjani said on Monday that the Shia and Sunni dignitaries should be watchful of civil war in Iraq.
Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL in Syria and Iraq AFPS 04 Jan 2015 -- U.S. and partner-nation fighter and bomber aircraft conducted six airstrikes against Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant terrorists in Syria yesterday, Combined Joint Task Force Operation Inherent Resolve officials reported.
Iraq asks Australia for help in battle against ISIL Iran Press TV 04 Jan 2015 -- Iraqi Prime Minister Haider al-Abadi has called on Australia to help Baghdad in its fight against ISIL militants operating in the Arab country.
Iraqi soldiers repel ISIL attacks in western Iraq Iran Press TV 04 Jan 2015 -- Iraqi security forces, backed by local tribesmen, have managed to repel attacks by Takfiri ISIL militants in the violence-scarred western province of al-Anbar.
Iraq unity, integrity key to anti-ISIL success: Iran official Iran Press TV 04 Jan 2015 -- Iraq's unity and territorial integrity are key factors that will lead to success in the battle against the ISIL terrorist group and its supporters, Secretary of Iran's Supreme National Security Council (SNSC) Ali Shamkhani says.
Australia, Iraq Discuss Training, Military Aid to Fight IS Group VOA 04 Jan 2015 -- Australian Prime Minister Tony Abbott, in an unannounced visit to Baghdad on Sunday, met with top officials, telling them his country is determined to provide support to Iraq in its fight against terrorism.
2014 one of Iraq's bloodiest years as casualty rates soar, UN mission reports UN News Centre 02 Jan 2015 -- Casualty figures for Iraq in 2014 were at their highest in over five years amid a spate of deadly violence which has been convulsing the country, the United Nations mission in the country reported today.
Airstrikes Hit ISIL in Syria and Iraq AFPS 02 Jan 2015 -- U.S. and partner-nation military forces yesterday continued to attack Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant terrorists in Syria using fighter, bomber, and attack aircraft to conduct 12 airstrikes, Combined Joint Task Force Operation Inherent Resolve officials reported.
Violence in Iraq Claims Over 15,000 Lives in 2014: Officials Sputnik 01 Jan 2015 -- At least 15,538 people, including both civilians and members of the security forces, died in Iraq in 2014, AFP reports, citing Iraqi officials.

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January 2015 - Iraq Special Weapons News