The Latest Breaking News from Iraq

A shared mourning ritual helped an American soldier and an Iraqi interpreter find common ground

I met Mohammad in 2004 in Baghdad when we were both in our early 20s. I was an American soldier, and he was a local interpreter for my platoon during our 1-year deployment. Mohammad’s job was dangerous because Iraqis who worked with the Americans were targeted by insurgent forces.

The Conversation · Jun 15

The secret weapon Iraq can use as they finally live World Cup dream

The long journey and many difficulties the Iraq squad have overcome to reach World Cup 2026 make their appearance all the sweeter

The Independent UK · Jun 15

From Tennessee boarding schools to rural West Virginia: The unlikely homes of World Cup teams

Spain, which is among the favorites to win the tournament, has set up camp at a boarding school on the Tennessee River in Chattanooga

The Independent UK · Jun 15

World Cup Group I Odds: France vs Norway Value Picks

France open as heavy favorites in World Cup Group I, but Norway's +295 odds may be the value bet worth targeting in 2026.

Sports Lens · Jun 11

13 Liverpool Transfer Targets to Watch at the 2026 World Cup

The Reds need reinforcements in defense, midfield and on the wings this summer.

Sports Illustrated · Jun 11

A World Cup of miracles, migrations and a lesson for Indian football

The 2026 World Cup celebrates new teams and inspiring journeys. Nations like Iraq and debutants Curacao and Cape Verde showcase grit and romance. Diaspora plays a key role in building these teams. Indian origin players represent Qatar and Australia. India can learn from these successes, especially by tapping into its…

The Economic Times · Jun 10

Soccer offers West Bank Palestinians an escape as the World Cup kicks off

As the FIFA World Cup gets underway on June 11, with Egypt, Iraq, Jordan, Qatar and Saudi Arabia among the Arab nations set to compete, soccer remains both a passion and a struggle for many Palestinians in the Israeli- occupied West Bank.

The Independent UK · Jun 10

FIFA World Cup 2026: Iraq lose to Venezuela, Saudi Arabia draw with Senegal in tournament warm-ups

Iraq faced a 2-0 defeat against Venezuela in their last World Cup warm-up match. Venezuela scored twice to secure the win. Iraq will now prepare for their World Cup finals return after 40 years. In another friendly, Saudi Arabia played a goalless draw with 10-man Senegal. Both teams are gearing…

The Economic Times · Jun 10

Two sleeps from the World Cup and geopolitics are shining bright

In today’s Football Daily: World Cup week continues, ‘Card Master’ and farewell Divock Origi

The Guardian - UK · Jun 9

Iraq Also Intensifying Work To Reroute Exports Away From Strait Of Hormuz As Blockade Continues

Iraq and the United Arab Emirates are both intensifying plans to expand pipelines and avoid depending on the Strait of Hormuz as the blockade of the key waterway resulting from the Iran war continues.

International Business Times · Jun 9