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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.