Iraq, al-Sadr: The Erbil attack aimed to block the Pope’s visit
The analysts: Attempt to buy time and try to resolve the crisis before it is too late for pro-Iran militias. The mission of the Holy Father, in fact, is confirmed.
Iraq, the Erbil attack changes the paradigm in the fight against pro-Iran militias
Manhunt in Kurdistan and the rest of the country begins. Groups close to Tehran will either discharge the aggressors or become targets of Inherent Resolve-Peshmerga.
Iraq-Syria, Inherent Resolve: Isis is still a concrete threat
Report on anti-IS operations in the two countries. The jihadists continue the attacks, especially targeted, but they lose ground and funds thanks to the better capabilities of the ISF-SDF.
Iraq, hard blow to the Isis leadership by ISF-Inherent Resolve
Many IS commanders captured or killed across the country, from Anbar to Kirkuk. Baghdad also strengthens surveillance on the border with Syria to stop infiltrations.
Syria, did the SDF capture an Isis high profile in Hasaka?
There are no confirmations, but some elements suggest that he is a strategic figure of the Islamic State. Meanwhile, Inherent Resolve keeps the pressure on Daesh in Iraq unchanged.
Iraq, a new mass offensive against Isis in Salahuddin begins
It’s the third phase of Heroes of Iraq operation. Objective: to dismantle the Islamic State militia hideouts and support networks. ISF-Inherent Resolve increases the pressure on Daesh.
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.