News for 'Iraq'

Pakistan expels Iran's envoy after airstrike, recalls man in Teheran

Pakistan expels Iran's envoy after airstrike, recalls man in Teheran

Rediff.com17 Jan 2024

Pakistan's ministry of foreign affairs said that the violation of Pakistan's sovereignty is "completely unacceptable" and warned of serious consequences.

94 Indians leave Iraq; nearly 600 more to return this week

94 Indians leave Iraq; nearly 600 more to return this week

Rediff.com30 Jun 2014

As many as 94 Indians on Monday left Iraq after a "pro-active approach" initiated by the Indian officials there that would see nearly 600 nationals leaving the war-hit country to safety this week.

US President Trump signs revised travel ban, exempts Iraq

US President Trump signs revised travel ban, exempts Iraq

Rediff.com7 Mar 2017

The new executive order, which will come into force on March 16, covers people from Sudan, Syria, Iran, Libya, Somalia, and Yemen.

Chhetri's break opens door for Manvir at King's Cup

Chhetri's break opens door for Manvir at King's Cup

Rediff.com29 Aug 2023

Chhetri rested as Stimac names 23-member squad for King's Cup

UNSC extends Iraq programme

UNSC extends Iraq programme

Rediff.com5 Dec 2002

Obama marks end of Iraq War, lauds 'extraordinary' troops

Obama marks end of Iraq War, lauds 'extraordinary' troops

Rediff.com15 Dec 2011

United States President Barack Obama has marked the end of the Iraq War by lauding the "extraordinary achievement" of his country's troops. He paid tribute to the slain soldiers and their families in a speech at Fort Bragg in North Carolina. "Tomorrow, the colours of the United States Forces Iraq, the colours you fought under, will be formally cased in a ceremony in Baghdad. Then they will begin their journey across an ocean back home," the BBC quoted Obama as saying.

Iraq heading for civil war: US generals

Iraq heading for civil war: US generals

Rediff.com4 Aug 2006

The insurgents are pushing Iraq towards the brink of a civil war but the Iraqi government and the military could still prevent it with strong international backing, the generals said.

US to deploy 275 army personnel to protect embassy in Iraq

US to deploy 275 army personnel to protect embassy in Iraq

Rediff.com17 Jun 2014

The United States is deploying up to 275 military personnel in Iraq to protect its citizens and property as the war-torn country battles a dramatic sweep by insurgents there.

Houthi Attacks Won't Affect India's Fuel Supplies

Houthi Attacks Won't Affect India's Fuel Supplies

Rediff.com13 Jan 2024

Most of India's oil supplies are expected to stay safe because of the country's good relations with both Russia and Iran. That would take care of over a third of India's supplies.

US forces not winning in Iraq: Bush

US forces not winning in Iraq: Bush

Rediff.com20 Dec 2006

This is the first time President Bush has gone on record saying that US forces were `stressed' in Iraq.

We killed Egypt envoy in Iraq: Al Qaeda

We killed Egypt envoy in Iraq: Al Qaeda

Rediff.com7 Jul 2005

The claim's authenticity could not immediately be confirmed.

US, UK were aware of Iraq's WMD: Rumsfeld

US, UK were aware of Iraq's WMD: Rumsfeld

Rediff.com4 Dec 2002

Striking a strident posture, the US defence secretary said disarmament is not an issue between Iraq and the United Nations, but between Iraq and the US.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

India tries to bring back 28  youth from Iraq

India tries to bring back 28 youth from Iraq

Rediff.com10 Aug 2011

The Indian Embassy in Baghdad is "proactively liaising" with the authorities in Iraq to facilitate the return of about 28 Indins who are subjected to long working hours with poor salaries there after being reportedly duped by unscrupulous travel agents.

How Hakki Pikkis Inspired Operation Kaveri

How Hakki Pikkis Inspired Operation Kaveri

Rediff.com8 May 2023

Hakki Pikkis are a semi-nomadic tribe, traditionally of bird catchers and hunters, from Karnataka. Their knowledge of the forest and traditional medicine is extensive and is prized by the Sudanese community.

Location of 40 abducted Indians known, says Iraq

Location of 40 abducted Indians known, says Iraq

Rediff.com19 Jun 2014

The location of the 40 Indian construction workers kidnapped in Mosul town of strife-torn Iraq has been identified by Iraqi authorities, the government said on Thursday.

When 5,000 Indians signed up to lay down their lives in Iraq

When 5,000 Indians signed up to lay down their lives in Iraq

Rediff.com24 Jun 2014

Around 5,000 Shia Muslims and 162 Hindus have agreed and are ready to go to Iraq.

U-17 WC: Iraq eye historic knockout spot, France aim to continue run

U-17 WC: Iraq eye historic knockout spot, France aim to continue run

Rediff.com13 Oct 2017

Making their second Under-17 World Cup appearance, Iraq have been the surprise package of the proverbial 'group of death' as they are well placed to advance to the knockout stage following a spirited 1-1 draw against two-time champions Mexico, and a 3-0 rout of Latin American giants Chile.

'Soon my daughter in Iraq will lose all contact with us'

'Soon my daughter in Iraq will lose all contact with us'

Rediff.com18 Jun 2014

Many nurses hailing from Kerala are stranded in conflict-torn Iraq. Their families reveal their horror stories to Vicky Nanjappa.

Indian nationals advised to defer visits to Iraq

Indian nationals advised to defer visits to Iraq

Rediff.com29 Jul 2004

"In view of the seriousness of the current security situation in Iraq, Government of India advises its citizens to defer visits to the country for the time being," an official release said.

Saddam's execution: an end to unified Iraq?

Saddam's execution: an end to unified Iraq?

Rediff.com2 Jan 2007

Saddam would continue to inspire Sunni Arabs to not only oppose the US but also other governments that are perceived to be US puppets.

Britain may pull out of Iraq in two years

Britain may pull out of Iraq in two years

Rediff.com7 Mar 2006

The process will involve a four-stage disengagement that is scheduled to begin this spring, or at the latest by the end of the summer.

Iraq war will be won by 2013: McCain

Iraq war will be won by 2013: McCain

Rediff.com17 May 2008

Delivering a speech at Greater Columbus Convention Center in Ohio on Thursday, McCain said: 'By January 2013, America has welcomed home most of the servicemen and women who have sacrificed terribly so that America might be secure in her freedom. The Iraq War has been won. Iraq is a functioning democracy, although still suffering from the lingering effects of decades of tyranny and centuries of sectarian tension.'

Iraq: Saddam's former deputy hanged

Iraq: Saddam's former deputy hanged

Rediff.com20 Mar 2007

Iraqi Sunnis have been outraged by the executions and international human rights groups have also expressed concern.

Iraq's constitution will not end violence: US

Iraq's constitution will not end violence: US

Rediff.com24 Aug 2005

United States Defence Secretary Donald H. Rumsfeld said the new Iraqi constitution will not end all violence in Iraq.

We understand America's frustrations: Iraq

We understand America's frustrations: Iraq

Rediff.com14 May 2007

Iraqi Deputy Prime Minister Salih said that the Iraqi security forces will have assumed direct control over many provinces of the country.

Furious Bagan slams physio over star player's injury

Furious Bagan slams physio over star player's injury

Rediff.com12 Sep 2023

Kuruniyan ACL tear sparks row, Mohun Bagan 'refuse' to release players for Asian Games

Iraq war motivated by oil: Hans Blix

Iraq war motivated by oil: Hans Blix

Rediff.com7 Apr 2005

The US is incredibly dependent on oil and it feared that the competition on the world market could become 'too hard', he told a security seminar in Stockholm.

Zico quits as Iraq coach in middle of qualifying campaign

Zico quits as Iraq coach in middle of qualifying campaign

Rediff.com28 Nov 2012

Zico quit as coach of the Iraqi national team on Tuesday after little more than a year in the post, saying the country's soccer association had failed to fulfill the terms of his contract.

FIFA bans Iraq after government interference

FIFA bans Iraq after government interference

Rediff.com21 Nov 2009

Football's governing body FIFA has suspended the Iraqi Football Association (IFA) 'because of government interference'. 'In accordance with FIFA statutes, the clubs and representative teams of Iraq are no longer permitted to take part in international matches, whether friendly or competitive,' read a statement on the FIFA website.

Britain to keep troops in Iraq: Minister

Britain to keep troops in Iraq: Minister

Rediff.com18 Sep 2005

Britain has some 9,000 troops in Iraq, mostly based in the south of the country.

Iran plotted Oct 7 Hamas attacks because ...: Isaraeli Prez Herzog

Iran plotted Oct 7 Hamas attacks because ...: Isaraeli Prez Herzog

Rediff.com17 Nov 2023

Herzog further claimed that Iran is supporting the "terror machine" by providing billions of dollars aiming to undermine the regional situation.

Obama trails McCain on terrorism, Iraq: Poll

Obama trails McCain on terrorism, Iraq: Poll

Rediff.com29 Aug 2008

A CNN/Opinion Research Corporation poll on Wednesday, indicated that the American public considers McCain better than Obama on terrorism and Iraq. The poll also suggests that McCain is a stronger leader who would have better judgment in an international crisis.

'Americans created the sharp sectarian divide in Iraq'

'Americans created the sharp sectarian divide in Iraq'

Rediff.com19 Jun 2014

Ambassador Chinmaya Gharekhan explains the situation in Iraq and Syria in this interview to Rediff.com's Sheela Bhatt.

Iraq crisis could spell fresh trouble for airlines

Iraq crisis could spell fresh trouble for airlines

Rediff.com16 Jun 2014

Fuel accounts for as much as 35-40 per cent of the operational cost of an airline.

300 insurgents killed in Iraq

300 insurgents killed in Iraq

Rediff.com29 Jan 2007

Iraqi officials said the insurgents had planned to seize control of the holy city of Najaf and kill top Shia religious figures -- including Grand Ayatollah Ali al-Sistani, Iraq's most revered Shia leader.

US to remove its forces from Iraq by 2011: Biden

US to remove its forces from Iraq by 2011: Biden

Rediff.com20 Apr 2010

United States Vice President Joe Biden has said that the Obama administration is committed to end its combat mission in Iraq by August this year and remove all of its troops from the country as scheduled by the end of 2011.

Focussing only on Iraq WMD was a mistake: Rice

Focussing only on Iraq WMD was a mistake: Rice

Rediff.com21 Jan 2011

Former US secretary of state Condoleezza Rice has said she does not regret the 2003 Iraq war to oust America's "implacable enemy" Saddam Hussein, but admitted that it was a "mistake" to put the spotlight simply on the weapons of mass destruction, which were never found.

Bush regrets pushing troops to Iraq on false intel

Bush regrets pushing troops to Iraq on false intel

Rediff.com9 Nov 2010

Former United States President George W Bush has said he regretted flying a 'Mission Accomplished' banner on the USS Abraham Lincoln in 2003 and inaccurate information on weapons of mass destruction in Iraq.