US transfers 6,000 ISIS detainees from Syria to Iraq due to security worries

Significant Developments in ISIS Detention and Transfer Operations Recent insights reveal that around 6,000 ISIS detainees, labeled as “the worst of the worst” by a U.S. intelligence official, are currently held in northern Syria. This situation is precarious, with rising clashes and insecurity threatening Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces, who are tasked with managing these militants […]
Archaeologists uncover evidence of Christians and Zoroastrians living together in ancient Iraq.

New Findings Suggest Coexistence of Christianity and Zoroastrianism in Iraq Recent archaeological discoveries in modern-day Iraq indicate that Christians lived alongside a lesser-known faith. This revelation, disclosed by Germany’s Goethe University Frankfurt in December, stems from excavations initiated in late summer 2025 at the Jild-i-Qazau site in the Kurdistan region, believed to date back to […]
Trump warns he will cut off aid to Iraq if Nouri al-Maliki returns as prime minister.

Trump’s Warning on Al-Maliki’s Potential Reappointment President Donald Trump, on Tuesday, urged the Iraqi people not to reappoint former Prime Minister Nouri al-Maliki, highlighting serious allegations of corruption and mismanagement under his prior leadership. Trump, using the Truth Social platform, expressed concerns about the negative impact Maliki could have on Iraq’s future, saying, “The last […]
CENTCOM moves ISIS prisoners from Syria to Iraq

Transfer of ISIS Detainees Initiated U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) announced on Wednesday that it has started moving ISIS detainees from northeastern Syria to facilities controlled by Iraq. This action is part of a larger strategy to prevent the resurgence of the terrorist group and to ensure long-term security in the area. According to CENTCOM, the […]
Troops leave Ain al-Asad Airbase in Iraq as part of a consolidation move

U.S. Troops Withdraw from Ain al-Asad Air Base in Iraq U.S. forces have officially pulled out from the Ain al-Asad Air Base in Iraq, as reported. This move is part of an ongoing plan to consolidate military strength in the region, something that was initially announced last fall. U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) confirmed that the […]
Michael Goodwin: Relying on the military for regime change in Iran is risky – avoid repeating the mistakes of Iraq

American power can manifest in various ways. Remember Teddy Roosevelt’s well-known advice: “Speak quietly and carry a big stick”? Well, Donald Trump hasn’t quite embraced the “speak softly” part. His comments this Tuesday regarding unrest in Iran were, however, somewhat restrained—at least for him. In a surprising message on Truth Social, Trump addressed “Iranian patriots,” […]
Hegseth: U.S. involvement in Venezuela is the ‘complete contrast’ to Iraq and Afghanistan

Military Action in Venezuela: Divergent Perspectives On January 4, 2026, Army Secretary Pete Hegseth described the recent U.S. military action in Venezuela as fundamentally different from the Iraq war, amid growing concern from both Democrats and some Republicans. During an interview on CBS News, Hegseth reflected on how many Americans, upon hearing news of the […]
Pete Hegseth Inquired About the Differences Between the Venezuela Military Operation and the Iraq War

U.S. Action in Venezuela: Implications and Reactions Army Secretary Pete Hegseth shared on CBS Evening News that capturing Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro could significantly enhance U.S. interests in the Western Hemisphere, contrasting this action with the Iraq War. According to President Donald Trump, U.S. forces, including elite Delta Force units, were involved in an operation […]
Criminal gangs send stolen cars from Detroit to Iraq and Dubai

A rise in international organized crime groups has come to light, particularly those involved in smuggling stolen vehicles from Detroit to the Middle East. This situation is raising concerns for law enforcement officials, especially since experts point out that young people are often being used for these illicit activities. The U.S. Attorney’s Office for the […]
Iraq veteran Michael Bouchard begins his campaign for Congress in Michigan

Retired Army Captain Michael Bouchard Launches Campaign for Congress After completing a nine-month deployment in Iraq, retired Army Captain Michael Bouchard is setting his sights on a new challenge: representing Michigan’s 10th Congressional District. He recently announced his candidacy to succeed Rep. John James (R-Mich.), who is stepping down to run for governor next year. […]