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Iran’s envoy meets with Baghdad governor in Iraq for talks

TEHRAN, Dec. 06 (MNA) – Iran’s Ambassador to Iraq Mohammad Kazem Al-e Sadegh met and held talks with Baghdad Governor Atwan al-Atwani.

Iraq's commission announces final Parl. elections results

TEHRAN, Nov. 17 (MNA) – Iraq's Independent High Electoral Commission has announced the final results for the Council of Representatives election, which included special voting on November 9th and the general vote on November 11th.

Iraqis voting in elections to shape political future

TEHRAN, Nov. 11 (MNA) – Iraqi people have begun casting their votes to elect a new parliament that will define the country’s political direction for the next four years.

Iraqi PMU member killed in blast in Baghdad, 2 wounded

TEHRAN, Nov. 04 (MNA) – One of Iraqi Popular Mobilization Forces (PMF or Hashd Shaabi) members was martyred after a bomb remained from the ISIL terrorist group was detonated in Baghdad on Tuesday, while two others were injured.

Gas pipeline explosion rocks Baghdad

TEHRAN, Oct. 23 (MNA) – A gas pipeline explosion at an Energy Police facility in northwestern Baghdad killed one officer, the Interior Ministry said on Wednesday.

Baghdad pledges to implement security pact with Tehran

TEHRAN, Oct. 22 (MNA) – Iraq’s National Security Advisor reaffirmed his country’s commitment to fully implementing the terms of the security agreement with the Islamic Republic of Iran.

2 injured in attack on office of Iraq parliamentary candidate

TEHRAN, Oct. 18 (MNA) – Armed gunmen opened fire early Saturday on the office of an Iraqi parliamentary candidate south of Baghdad, wounding two bodyguards, a security source said.

Iraqi election candidate assassinated in Baghdad (+VIDEO)

TEHRAN, Oct. 15 (MNA) – A candidate for Iraq’s upcoming legislative elections was assassinated at dawn on Wednesday in a car bomb attack in northern Baghdad.

Car bomb explosion reported in northern Baghdad (+VIDEO)

TEHRAN, Oct. 15 (MNA) – A roadside bomb exploded in a vehicle in the Al-Tarmiyah area, north of Baghdad, according to Iraqi media reports.

Iraq rejects explosion near Baghdad Airport

TEHRAN, Aug. 31 (MNA) – Iraq’s Interior Ministry rejected reports of any explosion or assassination near Baghdad International Airport.

US forces will withdraw from their bases in Iraq: report

TEHRAN, Aug. 17 (MNA) – The international coalition forces led by the United States will withdraw from Ain al-Assad base, Baghdad airport and the Joint Operations Command in Iraq, media claimed on Sunday.

Massive explosion reported in US embassy in Baghdad

TEHRAN, Jul. 19 (MNA) – Media sources reported a massive explosion at the American embassy in Baghdad.

Iran, Iraq Justice Ministers discuss boosting judicial ties

TEHRAN, Jun. 02 (MNA) – The Iranian and Iraqi Justice Ministers discussed ways to develop legal-judicial relations between Tehran and Baghdad.

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Iran, Iraq judicial officials discuss anti-terrorism coop.

TEHRAN, May 04 (MNA) – Nasser Seraj, an Iranian judiciary official, emphasized the necessity of enhanced counterterrorism efforts and legal cooperation during meetings with Iraqi judicial officials in Baghdad.

Iraqi foreign minister welcomes Tehran-Washington talks

TEHRAN, Apr. 23 (MNA) – The Iraqi Foreign Minister Fuad Hussein stressed his country's support for indirect talks between Iran and the United States.

Baghdad Friday Prayers leader opposes Syria’s ruler visit

TEHRAN, Feb. 22 (MNA) – The Friday prayer imam of Baghdad has criticized Arab rulers for staying indifferent to the Zionist Israeli regime's actions, opposing the visit of Abu Muhammad Jolani, the new ruler of Syria to Iraq.

Iranian VP Zarif to visit Iraq for bilateral talks

TEHRAN, Feb. 05 (MNA) – Iranian Vice President for Strategic Affairs Mohammad Javad Zarif is set to visit Baghdad on Wednesday to discuss bilateral ties and issues of mutual interest.

Holy Quran burner Salwan Momika killed in Sweden

TEHRAN, Jan. 30 (MNA) – Salwan Momika, a 38-year-old Iraqi refugee in Sweden infamous for burning the Holy Quran, was shot dead in his apartment in Sodertalje city, Swedish state media reported on Thursday.

Tehran, Baghdad review bilateral ties, regional developments

TEHRAN, Jan. 19 (MNA) – Iran's Ambassador to Baghdad and Iraqi President reviewed regional and international developments as well as the efforts to strengthen security and world peace.

Iraqi govt spox calls Al-Sudani's visit to Tehran 'pivotal'

TEHRAN, Jan. 09 (MNA) – Iraqi Government Spokesperson Bassim Al-Awadi has described the Wednesday visit of Prime Minister Mohammed Shia Al-Sudani to the Islamic Republic of Iran as important and pivotal.

Baghdad reacts to Israel attacks on tents of displaced people

TEHRAN, Jan. 03 (MNA) –  The spokesperson for the Iraqi government, Bassem Al-Awadi, has denounced the attack by the Zionist regime on the tents of displaced Palestinians in the Al-Mawasi area of southern Khan Younis.

US military base comes under attack in Baghdad

TEHRAN, Dec. 07 (MNA) – A security source announced an attack on the US base near Baghdad airport.

Araghchi:

Iran's initiative on Syria to progress during consultations

TEHRAN, Dec. 06 (MNA) – Regarding Iran's initiative to resolve the Syrian crisis, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi stated that the initiatives can form and progress during consultations.

Iran’s Foreign Minister to visit Baghdad on Friday

TEHRAN, Dec. 04 (MNA) – Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi is scheduled to visit Baghdad on Friday to discuss regional issues including tensions in Syria.

FM Araghchi:

Diplomacy being pursued to deal with Israel threats to region

TEHRAN, Oct. 14 (MNA) – Iranian Foreign Minister says on his regional tour, he has sought to use the potential of regional countries and international organizations to deal with Israel's threats against peace, stability, and security of the region.

FM Araghchi:

Iran has done a lot to prevent breakout of regional war

TEHRAN, Oct. 13 (MNA) – "We have made a lot of efforts to prevent an all-out war in the region," according to the Iranian foreign minister, adding that "but we see no red line in defending our interests."

Iran FM to visit Baghdad on Sunday

TEHRAN, Oct. 12 (MNA) – Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi will visit Baghdad on Sunday, following his regional consultations to talk with Iraqi officials.