Iraq

A new history offers a sharp but limited critique.

A power struggle between Baghdad and Erbil is targeting the country’s most vulnerable.

U.S. leverage in the region could be higher without a troop presence in Iraq.

The U.S. hit more than 85 targets in Iraq and Syria—but not Iran itself.

Two experts explain the relationship between Iran and Hezbollah, Hamas, the Houthi rebels, and other militant groups operating in the region.

The Jordan attack may pull Washington into an unwanted conflict.

Mohammed al-Halbousi’s ruthless consolidation of power alienated both Sunnis and Shiites.

As Israel advances in Gaza, the intensity of the response by Tehran’s so-called axis of resistance will increase.

The Florida governor has touted his military experience on the campaign trail. But what did he really learn at war?

While Washington sits idly by, the region is on the brink of falling into Tehran’s orbit.

Legislation authorizing the 2003 war is still on the books—and alarmingly open-ended.

Today, there are more terror groups in existence, in more countries around the world, and with more territory under their control than ever before.

A diplomatic deadlock over a 50-year-old pipeline agreement is wreaking havoc in the region—and beyond.

Climate change endangers the Tigris and Euphrates—but it’s not the only reason the rivers are vanishing.

The system of government set up after 2003 has run its course.