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On Wednesday, March 3, 10 missiles hit the Ain al-Assad airbase at 7:20 local time, BulgarianMilitary.com learned, citing sources from Iraq and the American television network ABS.
Patriot SAMs in Syria and Iraq against Russian Kalibr missiles
Russia's Aviapro news agency reported today, February 26, that the U.S. military has Patriot surface-to-air missile systems at bases in Syria and Iraq. According to Russian sources, the Pentagon is building a new U.S. air base in eastern Syria in the Deir ez-Zor area.
US airstrikes in Syria near the border with Iraq
US President Joe Biden's first military operation is already a fact. On Thursday evening against Friday morning, the United States launched the first airstrike on Iranian bases in Syria, located near Iran's border.
Three rockets hit Baghdad, including the Green Zone
Baghdad came under rocket fire on Monday, learfnedc BulgarianMilitary.com, citing a statement from the Iraqi military. According to Iraqis, three rockets hit Iraq's capital, two of which fell in the city's fortified Green Zone.
Iraqi military uncovered a terrorist act prepared by ISIS
The Iraqi army prevented a planned terrorist act during the operation, BulgarianMilitary.com has learned, citing Qassem Musleh. Musleh is the commander of the Iraqi People's Mobilization Units.
Will Iraq replace the US F-16s with Russian MiG-29s and Su-57s?
A lot of manipulative information has been circulating in the Russian media over the past few months. Some say Baghdad intends to replace its existing F-16 squadrons with Russian MiG-29s.
ISIS carried out the twin suicide bombings in central Baghdad
The two attacks yesterday, Thursday (January 21), which killed at least 30 people, was carried out by the terrorist group ISIS. The terrorist group's media wing published this information
Russian Katyusha rockets were fired at the US embassy in Baghdad
Late in the evening on December 20, a massive rocket attack took place in Baghdad's green zone, which, according to sources in the Lebanese news agency Al-Masdar News
Paris is unhappy with the withdrawal of US troops from Afghanistan and Iraq
French Foreign Minister Jean-Yves Le Drian is going to declare to him his resolute disagreement with the withdrawal of US troops from Afghanistan and Iraq
Iraq is one of the potential buyers of Russian Su-57 fighter jet, China says
Russia may soon conclude the first contract for the export of its fifth generation Su-57 fighters, learned BulgarianMilitary.com according Chinese news agency Sohu.
Too many F-16s on Earth: is Iraq looking at Russian MiG 29/35 fighter jets?
According to reports from the Russian aeronautical information portal Avia Pro, Iraq is considering the acquisition of several Russian-made MiG-29 fighters, learned BulgarianMilitary.com citing the Italian news agency AnalisiDifese.
Turkish drone carried out an aerial attack in northern Iraq, killing 15 people
About 15 people were killed in a Turkish drone strike in northern Iraq. This data was cited on Tuesday by the Iraqi television channel Alsumaria News, citing a security source, learned BulgarianMilitary.com.
Military base used by the US and coalition forces in Iraq came under missile attack
Al-Taji or Camp Taji military base, located north of Baghdad near the city of Taji, where mostly American troops are stationed, came under rocket fire, learned BulgarianMilitary.com citing the Shafaq news agency.
US military convoy was subjected to an armed attack by militants in Iraq
Militants attacked a convoy with supplies intended for a US military base in southern Iraq, learned BulgarianMilitary.com citing RIA Novosti and a source from the Iraqi security service.
Turkey sends additional forces to Iraq as part of ‘Tiger Claw’ operation
The Turkish Ministry of Defense announced the deployment of additional forces to Iraq as part of “Operation Tiger Claw”, which is targeting the Kurdistan Workers Party (PKK), learned BulgarianMilitary.com citing AMN.
Ankara is increasing its military influence in the Middle East with bases in Iraq
A senior Turkish official told Reuters that Ankara intends to establish more temporary military bases in northern Iraq, after it intensified its strikes on Kurdish fighters there, learned BulgarianMilitary.com.
Turkish air and artillery strikes in Iraq have opened ‘the gates of hell’
The Turkish Armed Forces, as part of the ongoing Pençe-Kaplan operation in northern Iraq, have attacked 500 sites of the Kurdistan Workers Party in northern Iraq over the past 36 hours, learned BulgarianMilitary.com.
Turkey’s and Iran’s actions against Iraq are hostile and anti-Arab, Egypt says
In a statement issued by its Foreign Ministry, Egypt condemned the “Turkish and Iranian military interventions” in northern Iraq, learned BulgarianMilitary.com citing AMN and quoting Egyptian official statement.
Turkey and Iran launch new joint air and artillery strikes in Iraq
The Turkish and Iranian armed forces teamed up on Wednesday to attack the positions of the Kurdistan Workers Party (PKK) in northeastern and northern Iraq, learned BulgarianMilitary.com citing AMN.
Several rockets were fired towards the U.S. embassy in Baghdad
A number of rockets were fired towards the U.S. embassy in Baghdad this morning, resulting in an two explosions near the diplomatic mission. According to early reports, at least two rockets landed inside the Green Zone, but no casualties were reported.
Exclusive video of Turkish military operation in Iraq
On Monday, the Turkish Defense Ministry announced the destruction of 81 targets belonging to the Kurdistan Workers Party (PKK) in northern Iraq, as part of the Operation Eagle Claw, learned BulgarianMilitary.com
Missile attack at an Iraqi military base hosting US forces
A new missile attack was reportedly at an Iraqi military base that is hosting the U.S. Armed Forces, learned BulgarianMilitary.com citing al-Masdar News agency and several local source.
Turkish Air Force bombed a refugee camp in Iraq during a military operation
More than 20 Turkish missiles were launched in the Mount Sinjar of the Nineveh Governorate by Turkish Air force, while three other missiles hit the Makhmour refugee camp, causing a massive explosion in the area
Baghdad’s Green Zone went under rocket fire, a missile fell near US Embassy
According to the television station, the rocket fell near the headquarters of the joint operations command of the Iraqi armed forces. An air raid siren went off. There is no data on victims and victims.
Unknown group fires missile at Baghdad Airport, there were no casualties
A rocket fell near the airport of the Iraqi capital, June 9, Reuters reports citing information from the Iraqi armed forces, learned BulgarianMilitary.com. Reportedly, there were no casualties or destruction.
Trump admitted that the US invasion of Iraq back in 2003 was illegal
Venezuelan Foreign Minister Jorge Arreas credited U.S. President Donald Trump with recognition of the unlawful invasion of US troops in Iraq. With this opinion, Arreas made a statement on his Twitter account
Russia will sell S-400 systems to Iraq without delay, Iraqi PM has the final say
According to the data announced by the Russian Ministry of Defence, the Russian S-400 air defense systems will be sold to Iraq without any delay as soon as official Baghdad prepares and sends a request for its interest
Iraq buys S-400 missile systems, US warned Baghdad for possible sanctions
The Iraqi Parliament’s Security and Defense Committee will push the government to purchase Russian S-400 systems. Committee member Badr al-Ziyadi explained that a deal with Russia was needed to diversify sources of arms supplies, learned BulgarianMilitary.com
The Iranian threat: US deployed the Patriot missile system in Iraq
According to Pentagon officials, anti-aircraft missile units equipped with Patriot air defense systems, as well as two other short-range systems, are already located at Ain al-Assad airbase in western Iraq.
Iran monitors the US military actions in the Middle East, specifically in Iraq
Iran does not intend to attack American troops in the region, said Chief of the General Staff of Iran’s Armed Forces, Major General Mohammad Hossein Bagheri, learned BulgarianMilitary.com citing Tehran Times
A US secret assault program in Iraq has been unveiled by NYT
The Pentagon is pushing for a major military operation to eradicate a pro-Iranian militia in Iraq, and government officials see an opportunity for an attack while Iran is busy handling the Corona crisis.
Baghdad asked US to postpone the deployment of Patriots in Iraq
Iraqi authorities have called on the United States to postpone the deployment of Patriot missile defense systems at US bases in the Arab country, learned BulgarianMilitary.com citing EurAsia Daily.
The US prepares to attack pro-Iranian militants, Iran claims
According to Iranian Press TV channel, citing Iraqi sources, the Americans are increasing their military presence at the Ain al-Assad air base in the western province of Anbar, learned BulgarianMilitary.com.
The Czech Republic temporarily recalled its troops from Iraq
The Czech Republic temporarily recalled its troops from Iraq, who were involved in this Arab country as part of a mission to train local troops and security forces, learned BulgarianMilitary.com.
The deployment of Patriot defense systems in Iraq may help the Turkish offensive in Syria
Iraqi Al-Ahad news agency reports that the United States missile defense systems are in a state of readiness for transfer to the border with Syria, learned BulgarianMilitary.com.
Iraqi F-16s have conducted several strikes on the Islamic State’s positions
The Iraqi Armed Forces supported by Iraq Air Force carried out a new operation in northern Iraq targeted the Islamic State’s (ISIS/ISIL/IS/Daesh) hideouts in the Hamrin Mountains, learned BulgarianMilitary.com
The likelihood of a military conflict between Iraq and US cannot be denied
A new military hotbed could erupt due to Baghdad’s reluctance to continue dancing to Washington’s tune and the latter’s intention to maintain its military presence in Iraq for as long as possible.
Iraq buys Russian S-400 anti-aircraft missile systems, the Parliament said
BAGHDAD, (BM) - The Iraqi Parliament’s Security and Defense Commission reported that the country's national security adviser, during his visit to Moscow, was able to agree with the Russian leadership on the conditions for Russia's supply of S-400 anti-aircraft missile systems to the Arab country, learned BulgarianMilitary.com according Fars Agency!-->…
Iraq sends a delegation to Russia to purchase the S-300 and S-400 missile systems
BAGDHAD, (BM) - Contrary to the arguments of Western experts that Baghdad’s statements regarding the acquisition of Russian air defense / missile defense systems are nothing more than an attempt to demonstrate independence from the United States, it became known that the Iraqi delegation was sent to Moscow to negotiate the upcoming purchase of!-->…
Withdrawal of troops: USA threatens Iraq again
BERLIN, (BM) - The political consequences of the catastrophic wrong decision that led to the crash of the Ukrainian passenger plane and the death of 176 people on flight PS752 (including a large number of Iranian citizens) cannot yet be predicted.
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Iraq wants to buy Russia’s S-400, an Iraq’s parliament official said
BAGDHAD, (BM) - Karim Alawi, a member of the Iraqi parliament’s security and defense committee, announced the Iraqi authorities’ desire for the Russian S-400 air defense systems, learned BulgarianMilitary.com, quoting Vzglyad.
A REPORT: Why the American air defense system didn’t work in Iraq?
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Iraq and Russia resume talks on S-300 missile system deal
BAGHDAD, (BM) - Baghdad has resumed negotiations with Moscow on the acquisition of S-300 anti-aircraft systems and is awaiting Washington’s opposition on this issue, learned BulgarianMilitary.com, according Iraq’s Defense and Security Committee head Muhammad Reed statement.
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Russia proposes to protect Iraq with S-400 air defense systems
MOSCOW, (BM) - The most sophisticated air defense systems in the world may appear on the arsenal of Iraq, learned BulgarianMilitary.com, according Russian MoD statement and quoting RIA Novosti.
Read more: Missile attack to U.S. military base in Baghdad, rocket explodes near U.S. embassy
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China warns US not to abuse military power in the Middle East
BEIJING, (BM) - Recent risky military actions by the United States are leading to an escalation of tension in the Middle East, China is urging the United States not to abuse military force, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesman Geng Shuang said on Monday, learned BulgarianMilitary.com, quoting RIA Novosti.
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Iraq and 13 Other Countries Want to Buy Russia’s S-400 Missile Defense System
MOSCOW, (BM) - Russia's S-400 defense system is beginning to take a strong position in the international market for air defense systems. In the last 12 hours, it has become clear that another Middle Eastern country is also looking to buy the Russian S-400 system.
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US Air Force F-35s and F-15s Dropped 36,000 kg. of Bombs on ISIS in Iraq (Video)
BAGHDAD, (BM) - US Air Force F-35s and F-15s dropped 36,000 kilograms of bombs on an ISIS “infested” island in Iraq, leading to massive explosions and plumes of smoke that rose into the air just before dawn on Tuesday, learned BulgarianMilitary.com, quoting The Jerusalem Post.
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Loud Explosions at an Arms Depot in Iraq Used by an Shiite Militia
BAGHDAD, (BM) - Loud explosions were reported early Tuesday at a warehouse in Iraq apparently used by an Shiite militia, seemingly the latest of a string of attacks targeting Iranian-backed groups in western Iraq and eastern Syria, learned BulgarianMilitary.com, quoting The Times of Israel.
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According Iraq, Israel is Responsible for the Explosions in the Saqr Military Base
BAGHDAD, (BM) - An Iraqi defense official blamed Israel for carrying out strikes in the country with US backing, learned BulgarianMilitary.com, quoting Israel Defense.
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Argentina, Djibouti, Iraq, Lebanon and Romania Purchase Tactical Vehicles by Oshkosh Totaling $320 Million
WASHINGTON, (BM) - Argentina, Djibouti, Iraq, Lebanon and Romania purchase family of medium tactical vehicle variants by Oshkosh totaling $320 million, learned BulgarianMilitary.com.
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A U.S. HH-60 Pave Hawk Helicopter Has Crashed in Iraq
WASHINGTON (USA), March 16, 2018, Author: Galina Zdravkova (Bm), Photo by The Drive.com
A U.S. HH-60 Pave Hawk combat search and rescue helicopter with seven service members on board has crashed in Anbar Province, near the town of Al-Qa'im in western Iraq, said U.S. officials on Thursday (15th March 2018), reported Air Force Times.
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