AFP – Mothers cried and children squealed with delight as a company of US troops arrived back from Iraq on Saturday, after a year-long tour marked by desert heat and monotony. Read the rest of this entry »
AFP – When the US army ends its Iraq combat mission this week, Captain TJ Tepley will stay on the frontline — keeping the peace at the centre of what commanders say is the country’s biggest challenge. Read the rest of this entry »
AP – Just about every man from the village of al-Faris has worked at the nearby Taji military base. The American money and influence is seen in the new cars, the additions to houses, even the billiards hall with a guitar from an American soldier. Read the rest of this entry »
AFP – US President Barack Obama in a YouTube message on Friday thanked US troops back from Iraq for their “dedication” and “courage” that “has made America safer.” Read the rest of this entry »
AFP – The top US Marine on Tuesday said most Marines would prefer not to share a room with gay comrades, despite plans by President Barack Obama to lift a ban on gays serving openly in the military. Read the rest of this entry »
AFP – US President Barack Obama in a YouTube message on Friday thanked US troops back from Iraq for their “dedication” and “courage” that “has made America safer.” Read the rest of this entry »
AFP – US forces are set to end their combat mission in Iraq within days despite an upsurge in deadly attacks that has raised doubts about the conflict-torn country’s ability to defend itself against insurgents. Read the rest of this entry »
AFP – While some Iraqis cannot wait for US troops to leave their country, Qahtan Karim wants them to stay for a simple reason — they provide him with a thriving business. Read the rest of this entry »