Iraq, large-scale anti-Isis operation in Anbar begins
The ISF want to eliminate the Islamic State cells on the borders with Syria and Jordan. Meanwhile, Daesh tries to extend its influence to Kirkuk and Diyala, by attacking small villages.
Iraq, Isis still attacks the PMF en masse southwest of Mosul
Hashd Al-Shaabi militias rejected another offensive by the Islamic State in the Al-Khatheer desert. Daesh tries to open corridors from Syria to move the militiamen to the north-east.
Iraq, NATO prepares to take over from Inherent Resolve in the fight against Isis
Talks intensify to extend the training and advisory capabilities of the NMI anti-Daesh mission. Objective: to stop the Islamic State, especially in the north-east, before it expands.
Iraq, Isis tries to extend its influence in Diyala
Islamic State attacks against ISF and Peshmerga in the area are on the rise. Baghdad military and Kurdish forces react with two parallel and complementary anti-Daesh offensives.
Iraq: the ISF capture an ISIS leader, deputy of al-Baghdadi
The man, Abu Khaldun, was hiding in Hawija under the name of Sha’alan Obeid. He was one of the leaders of the Islamic State in Kirkuk. Meanwhile, PMF attack Daesh in Diyala and Nineveh.
Iraq, ISIS still targets protests in Baghdad in search of revenge
The Islamic State responds to the ISF-Inherent Resolve maxi-operation, but its attack capacity has decreased. Meanwhile, anti-Daesh maneuvers continue in Kirkuk and Salahuddin.
Iraq, Operation Black Dust against Isis on the Qanus island is underway
Maneuvers anticipated by a maxi strike of Inherent Resolve, which dropped 80,000 lbs. of bombs on Daesh positions. The ISF also target the islands near Hamam al-Alil.