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War Torn: An Iraq War Veteran's Story
Ian Welch was on his first combat tour in Iraq, waiting to storm across the Diyala Bridge and seize Baghdad, when an artillery round exploded behind him--changing his life forever. Now he and his girlfriend Katie are hoping love can change it back.
Top US soldier on being captured in Iraq 07.02.12
Dr Rhonda Cornum was one of the first generation of women to serve on the frontline in the first Gulf War. Captured and tortured by the Iraqi army, it was her ability to withstand these experiences that convinced her of the importance of teaching resilience to today's serving soldiers. Less than a week after retiring as assistant US Surgeon General, she's been speaking about resilience training in London. She told Forces News that when she was shot down as part of a rescue mission in 1991 she was certain she was going to die.
Fake Withdrawal? 'US won't leave Iraq oil to Iran'
Despite the US's declared withdrawal of its military personnel and contractors out of Iraq, Washington has prepared to control the country's rich oil reserves in any case, shared Ranjit Singh Kalha, former India's ambassador to Iraq in the 1990s. Having spent $3 trillion in Iraq, a country with harsh weather conditions (+50 C most of the time) and absolutely nothing valuable but oil reserves, the Americans simply cannot give up the plentiful and very high quality oil they went there for. "It takes $1.50 to take out this oil that's just below the surface. Anybody who has access to this oil can be a game changer -- as far as the politics of oil is concerned," Ranjit Singh Kalha concluded. The problem Americans encountered in Iraq is that once given "some symbols" of democracy, the Iraqi voted for a Shia-led government. The headache is that the Shia traditionally have close links with Iran, the core territory of this affiliation. "That is the present dilemma. If you withdraw from Iraq completely, you leave this vast oil wealth of Iraq in the hands of Shia (Iran-oriented) government. And therefore it upsets the political balance in the Middle East," Ranjit Singh Kalha explained. He said that to counter such adverse developments the US will have almost 20000-strong embassy in Baghdad (the largest US embassy in the world) and consulates in Basra, Kerkuk and in northern Kurd-inhabited territory, each consulate 1000-strong. "Americans cannot afford to be completely absent from ...
Total Ignorance: Where's Libya, Iraq or Iran? NYC doesn't care!
The men and women hoping to become the next President of the US appear to spend as much time demonstrating their ignorance of the world, as they do their political credentials. But as RT's Anastasia Churkina found out, that could just be a reflection of society. RT on Twitter twitter.com RT on Facebook www.facebook.com
Tikrit - Iraq
Iraq sees surge in bombings after US withdrawal To see more go to www.youtube.com Follow us on Facebook (goo.gl or Twitter (www.twitter.com As Sunni-led violence returns to Iraq we take a look at life in the Sunni heartland of Tikrit. The population are deeply unhappy with the Shia government and are blaming their troubles on its rampant corruption. Iraq may be safer but not much has changed since the country became democratic. Underdevelopment is evident throughout the country. A fifth of the population cannot read or write and many are unemployed. "We don't produce anything. We need private investors from other countries for development", says one man. Tax revenues barely exist and much of the money disappears through corruption: "no one trusts the government". Al Qaeda remains a threat and lack of funding means that security forces are stretched to the limit. In al Alam, people want more autonomy and independence from the Shiite-dominated government in Baghdad. The mistrust is partly because the Sunnis are degraded from power and with US troops now out of the country this political-sectarian conflict may again escalate into violence. The Iraqi government has also been unable to deliver any progress, despite billions of dollars in foreign aid. For Yasim al Juburi, the chairman of the al Alam municipal council, the situation is bleak. "What has Iraq achieved? The answer is nothing". January 2012
'On the Road' Video: US army leaves Iraq, settles in neighboring Kuwait
The last US military convoy has left Iraq's territory on Sunday, finalizing the pullout. The motorcade of 110 armored vehicles carrying 500 officers and soldiers, accompanied by a helicopter patrol, has crossed into Kuwait. The nine-year war and occupation cost 4500 American lives and 500 of the lives of their allies. The death toll for the Iraqis is estimated between 100 and 150000, while some 1.75 million people fled the country. RT on Twitter twitter.com RT on Facebook www.facebook.com
Iraq's Shias brave attacks to visit Karbala
Millions of Shia Muslims are converging on the Iraqi city of Karbala for an annual pilgrimage, despite a spate of recent bombings that have targeted their community. Two years ago, more than 50 Shia pilgrims were killed on their journey, most of them women and children. Refusing to be deterred, just hours after the bombing, the pilgrimage continued, as it has done every year since Saddam Hussein was toppled in 2003. Al Jazeera's Jane Arraf reports from Baghdad.
US invasion leaves lasting Iraq scars
The US has fully withdrawn all combats troops from Iraq, ending its occupation after nearly a decade. But the chemical effects of US bombardments continue to harm the future of the Iraqi people. Al Jazeera's Omar Al Saleh reports from the Iraqi city of Fallujah, where residents accuse the US of leaving behind a poisonous legacy apparent at childrens' births.
Inside Story - Iraq: Back to chaos?
Deadly attacks have raised fears of a deepening sectarian divide in a country sliding into political chaos. Guests joining the discussion: Gala Riani; Fanar Haddad; and Saad Almutalabi.
Moment of Iraq explosion caught on video as bombs target police in Kirkuk
A spate of car bombs in northern Iraq have killed at least 7 people and wounded some 80 others. One of the attacks which happened in the country's northern city of Kirkuk was captured on camera. Two car bombs were aimed at police patrols while a third device exploded outside a building that houses the Kurdish security forces. No group has so far claimed responsibility.
Inside Story - Cracked Iraq
What prevents Iraq from moving forward? Guests to discuss the topic: Anas al-Tikriti, the chief executive of the Cordoba Foundation, James Denselow, a Middle East analyst at King's College London; and Saad al-Muttalabi, an Iraqi politician.
'Accusing Iran of 9/11 echoes Iraq scenario'
On Thursday, families of victims of the September 11th 2001 attacks won a default judgment against Iran, the Taliban, Al-Qaeda and Lebanon-based Hezbollah. According to the lawsuit, people in Iran -- including Ayatollah Ali Khamenei- provided support to the terrorists who went on to attack civilians on US soil. But analysts say it's nothing but a cover-up, with Iran as a convenient fall guy. Jamal Abdi from the National Iranian American Council tells RT that there is a campaign going on "to ratchet up pressure for yet another US attack on a Middle Eastern country." RT on Twitter twitter.com RT on Facebook www.facebook.com
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'Man of Mass Destruction'? RT challenges Iraq War architect
As the day draws closer for the US to withdraw its troops from Iraq, many question how Iraq will fare on its own. RT spoke to one of the chief architects of this campaign, who shared his views on the justifications and failings behind the invasion. ¬A former assistant to the US Secretary of Defense under President Ronald Reagan and a chairman of the Defense Policy Board under George W. Bush, Richard Perle is considered one of the most controversial figures in US politics. RT on Twitter twitter.com RT on Facebook www.facebook.com
'Ground invasion of Iran would make Iraq look pretty'
Russia has issued a clear warning to Israel over a possible attack on Iran. The Foreign Minister was responding to the Israeli president's suggestion that a military strike on Iran is more likely than diplomacy. Sergey Lavrov said any such attack would be a serious mistake with unpredictable consequences. The UN nuclear watchdog is about to report on Iran's nuclear activities where it's thought it will reveal computer models of an atomic warhead and other weapons-related work. Israel's main ally, the US, says it will focus on diplomacy but is ready to keep all options open. Political analyst Ivan Eland says Washington is unlikely to support Israel's push for an attack. RT on Twitter twitter.com RT on Facebook www.facebook.com
Iraq on the brink of civil war
After almost 10 years in Iraq, all US troops have left. The US government spent over $800 billion and lost approximately the lives of 5000 US troops in Iraq while fighting the war on terror. Today in Baghdad, 14 bombings rattled the city, killing 65 people according to some reports. Are the people of Iraq in worse shape than before the US invasion? Brian Becker, national coordinator for the ANSWER Coalition, joins us to analyze who benefited from the war in Iraq and if the people of Iraq are better off. Follow Liz on Twitter at twitter.com
US veteran questions rationale of Iraq war
The Iraq war officially ended in 2011, nearly nine years after it began. Back in 2003, many US soldiers went to war fully supporting the military effort and their country's stated mission. During almost a decade of war, however, thousands of US troops died in combat - in addition to tens of thousands of Iraqis. Some of those who fought for the US are now questioning whether the war was worth it. Josh Stieber is one such war veteran. He spoke to Al Jazeera about how he now feels about the war.
'Academi' of War: Blackwater back in Iraq for a little greenback
With US forces packing up and leaving - Iraq, devasted by almost a decade of war, is looking at an uncertain future. And that offers a profitable opportunity for the world's most infamous mercenary company - Blackwater. Now rebranded 'Academi' - and with an unsullied new leadership - it's hoping to bury its bloody past in Iraq, while turning a buck. RT on Twitter twitter.com RT on Facebook www.facebook.com
Ending the War in Iraq: A Promise Kept
Share this video: my.barackobama.com President Obama opposed the war in Iraq before it began—and in December 2011, he kept his promise to end it responsibly. "The war in Iraq will soon belong to history," he told troops returning home. "Your service belongs to the ages. I could not be prouder of you. And America could not be prouder of you."
Baghdad Blast Wave: 'US to blame for Iraq mayhem'
A wave of synchronized bombings has ripped through the Iraqi capital, killing at least 72 people and wounding almost 200. Ambulances became a common sight as massive plumes of smoke rose above Baghdad. Since US troops have left, almost 20 blasts have rocked the city, in the form of car bomb and other hidden explosives. Jeremy Corbyn, Labour MP and member of the Stop the War Coalition, told RT live from London that those responsible for the recent atrocities in Baghdad are trying to say that the Iraqi government is unable to maintain control. RT on Twitter twitter.com RT on Facebook www.facebook.com
US military reaches end of era in Iraq
The withdrawal of the last American combat troops from Iraq ends a controversial chapter in US military history. Iraqi insurgents, using guerrilla tactics, caused US generals to abandon traditional methods of combat, as Rosiland Jordan reports.
US pullout from Iraq continues
The deadline for the United States' troops to withdraw from Iraq is just three weeks away, and the military is closing down bases across the country. It has now closed down all but five of what were once more than 500 bases. Al Jazeera's Jane Arraf reports from Camp Adder, one of the last remaining camps, as it is being dismantled.
Iraq Miscalculation: America's greatest mistake?
The withdrawal of US troops from Iraq has left a wave of sectarian violence in its wake. America says it left stability behind. But even the largest oil reserves in the world aren't enough to pay for the peace Iraqis want. RT's Sean Thomas investigates what that means for the reputation of the US in the region ... and beyond. RT on Twitter twitter.com RT on Facebook www.facebook.com
Rick Perry Says He Would Send Troops Back To Iraq
Rick Perry says if he were president, he'd send troops back to Iraq. ABC NEWS / WMUR debate, January 7, 2012.
Syrian Girl - Syria, Sectarianism & US Iraq Withdrawal Reasons
Iraq traded Iran for the US, and it still aspires for independence, yet it is in Syria's advantage now that the US has left, suspicion for sectarian strife is still on the US. Interesting how the resistance was not sectarian only a few years ago. There is also some discussion of the role of women in Syria. "Turkey is Syria's enemy number 1 at the moment." "The Iraqi Resistance is the reason the US left." ... More videos on Syria here: www.youtube.com . Donations to Morris: www.paypal.com .
Iraq's War Widows Struggle to Cope
As the American military era in Iraq draws to a close, there may be as many as a million widows in Iraq, among a population of about 27 million, according to Iraqi government figures. (Dec. 5)
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Last Crossing Out of Iraq -- USAFCENT News
www.afcent.af.mil - US Air Forces Central Command A US Air Force MQ-1 Predator provides over-watch as the last convoys cross the border out of Iraq at 11 pm (Eastern Standard Time). US Air Forces Central Command provided more than 14 Air Force and US Navy aircraft to ensure safe passage for more than 125 vehicles filled with Soldiers and Airmen as they make the historic trek across the border. This transition is not only an end to the war, but also the beginning of a new phase in the US's relationship with Iraq. Facebook: www.facebook.com Twitter: www.twitter.com
Pilgrims targeted in sectarian blasts in Iraq
At least 70 people have been killed and more than 100 others injured in multiple bomb attacks across Iraq. Nearly all of the victims from Thursday's violence are believed to be from the country's Shia Muslim community. Among the worst incidents, at least 46 Shia pilgrims died in Nassiriya while on their way to the shrine city of Karbala. Explosions also targeted Shia neighbourhoods in Baghdad, killing at least 24 people and leaving at least 66 others wounded. Al Jazeera's Dahr Jamail reports from Baghdad.
President Obama on Ending War in Iraq
President Obama fulfills a promise to the American people by announcing all troops will be withdrawn from Iraq by the end of the 2011 effectively ending the war in Iraq.
Iraq War Over - The Real Cost
Major combat operations have ended in Iraq. The Young Turks host Cenk Uygur breaks down the casualties and financial cost of the war started under President George Bush. www.americanprogress.org Subscribe to The Young Turks: bit.ly Download the politics hour of this TYT episode: goo.gl The Largest Online New Show in the World. Google+: www.gplus.to Facebook: www.facebook.com Twitter: twitter.com
'US State Dept mafia hiding Iraq fraud & weapons hard-sell'
US troops are set to exit Iraq by December, leaving behind a campaign that has so far cost the American taxpayer hundreds of billions of dollars. RT talks to a man who says that the US is wasting its cash, trying to build a false democracy in the region. RT on Twitter twitter.com RT on Facebook www.facebook.com
Plea deal for Haditha killings sparks outrage in Iraq
Iraqis are angry at how court martial hearings have ended over the killing of 24 civilians in the city of Haditha in 2005. The last of the eight marine defendants is awaiting sentencing after a deal in which he pleaded guilty to reduced charges of dereliction of duty. The charge carries a maximum penalty of three months in a military jail. Al Jazeera's Jane Arraf has more from the Iraqi capital, Baghdad.
Iraq war: Predictions vs. reality
With nearly two million Iraqis displaced, tens of thousands dead and more than 4500 US soldiers killed, the overall result of the war on Iraq may not be what the US bargained for. Al Jazeera's Patty Culhane has been looking back at the promises and predictions that were made by Washington nine years ago.
Raw Video: St. Louis Parade for Iraq War Vets
Thousands of people lined the streets and cheered wildly as veterans marched in St. Louis, Missouri during the nation's first big welcome-home parade for Iraq War veterans. (Jan. 28)
Eight-year-old boy is Iraq's youngest photographer
Dec. 26 -- Iraq's youngest professional photographer, Qamar Hashim, is a local celebrity, with many of his pictures on display at exhibitions across Baghdad. Natalie Armstrong reports.
Retrospective of Iraq War
A review of the war in Iraq, from shock and awe to the final withdrawal of US Troops, scheduled for the end of this month. (Dec. 12)
US troops prepare for withdrawal from Iraq
Nov. 5 - With the deadline for US troop withdrawal approaching, American forces are in the midst of a massive redeployment operation -- the largest in its history. Deborah Gembara reports.
Iraq war the biggest American disaster?
The war in Iraq lasted nearly nine years, making it one of the longest wars America has ever been a part of. Nearly 5000 American troops lost their lives and approximately one million Iraqi civilians were killed within this period. Even with all the lives lost, many politicians insisted the US was making progress in the war torn country. Now that Obama has pulled the troops of Iraq, how will the US withdrawal of troops affect Iraq's future? Michael O'Brien, author of America's Failure in Iraq, and Jake Diliberto, Iraq war veteran and RT blogger, joins us to discuss what lies ahead for Iraq. Follow Kristine on Twitter at twitter.com
Why are US Troops leaving Iraq?
Is it to remove them from harms way, as Syria and/or Iran is attacked? Is it a bartering deal with Iran? Is it to break Iraq up? Is it to cement nationalism, ethnicity and sectarianism in place of Clans and tribes? Donations: www.paypal.com
Kurdish refugees from Syria languish in Iraq
While focus is on the uprising in Syria which started almost a year ago, Syrian Kurds revolted years before. Riots in the mainly Kurdish city of Qamishli in 2004 were crushed by security forces. Rights groups say at least 30 people were killed in that crackdown. Thousands of Kurds crossed the border into Iraq and have been living as refugees since. Al Jazeera's Jane Arraf reports from a refugee camp in Moqableh in northern Iraq.
'West lost Iraq, wants Syria - Arab League plays dirty role'
The US and its allies are more interested in regime change in Syria than a peaceful solution to the unrest - that's according to the Kremlin. Russia's Foreign Minister says Western countries are trying to stir-up Syria's opposition to topple President Bashar al-Assad. Beirut-based political analyst Kamel Wazne says Western countries have lost Iraq and now they want Syria. RT on Twitter twitter.com RT on Facebook www.facebook.com
Inside Story Americas - US post-Iraq legacy
Hundreds of thousands of Americans served in Iraq over the last nine years in a war that will have a lasting impact. As the war is declared over, Inside Story Americas talks about their experiences and the lessons learned.
Iraq PM: Baghdad bomb meant to kill me
Iraq's prime minister has said an explosion inside Baghdad's heavily fortified Green Zone earlier this week was an assassination attempt. Nouri al-Maliki said that initial intelligence on the bomb that exploded opposite the parliament buildings on Monday suggested he was the target. However, he denied that the explosion signaled a deterioration in security in the area, which is meant to be one of the most secure in Iraq. "The preliminary intelligence information says that the car was due to enter parliament and stay there and not to explode. It was supposed to explode on the day I entered parliament," he told the Associated Press news agency on Saturday. Al Jazeera's Jane Arraf reports from Baghdad.
Iraq vs China: 2014 FIFA World Cup Asian Qualifiers (Round 3 - Match Day 4)
Iraq dealt a terminal blow to China's hopes of qualifying to the 2014 FIFA World Cup as the 2007 AFC Asian Cup champions followed up their 1-0 win in China with an identical victory in the return fixture on Friday. For more, visit goo.gl Visit our channel at www.youtube.com
Weaned Off War: Iraq in withdrawal ahead of US pullout
The war in Iraq is coming to an end, says Barack Obama with the withdrawal of US troops, set to conclude within weeks. He was speaking at a joint news conference with Iraq's Prime Minister, who's on an official visit to Washington. Obama says the troops are leaving a sovereign and self-reliant Iraq. But Iraqis say after almost a decade of occupation, their country is simply cast adrift, as RT's Sean Thomas reports. RT on Twitter twitter.com RT on Facebook www.facebook.com
Seymour Hersh: Propaganda Used Ahead of Iraq War Now Being Reused Over Iran's Nuke Program
www.democracynow.org - While the United States, Britain and Canada are planning to announce a coordinated set of sanctions against Iran's oil and petrochemical industry today, longtime investigative journalist Seymour Hersh questions the growing consensus on Iran's alleged nuclear weapons program. International pressure has been mounting on Iran since the UN International Atomic Energy Agency revealed in a report the "possible military dimensions" to Iran's nuclear activities, citing "credible" evidence that "indicates that Iran has carried out activities relevant to the development of a nuclear explosive device." In his latest article for The New Yorker blog, titled "Iran and the IAEA," Hersh argues the recent report is a "political document," not a scientific study, in an interview with Democracy Now! Nov. 21. "They [JSOC] found nothing. Nothing. No evidence of any weaponization," Hersh says. "In other words, no evidence of a facility to build the bomb. They have facilities to enrich, but not separate facilities to build a bomb. This is simply a fact." For the complete report, to read the transcript, download the podcast, and for additional Democracy Now! coverage of Iran and the Middle East, visit www.democracynow.org FOLLOW DEMOCRACY NOW! ONLINE Facebook: www.facebook.com Twitter: @democracynow Subscribe on YouTube: www.youtube.com Daily Email News Digest: www.democracynow.org Please consider supporting independent media by making a donation to Democracy Now! today ...
Oakland Cops Beat Iraq war veteran Kayvan Sabehgi
Protester and three-tour American veteran Kayvan Sabehgi was beaten by Oakland police during the Occupy protest's general strike on 2 November. Sabehgi, who was 'completely peaceful', according to witnesses, was left with a lacerated spleen
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