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Shafaq News
11 hours ago
- Politics
- Shafaq News
Iraqi Counter-Terrorism launches operation against ISIS in Kirkuk
Shafaq News/ Iraqi counter-terrorism forces launched a targeted military operation in southern Kirkuk on Friday, destroying ISIS hideouts in a rugged valley long used as a base by the group. A security source told Shafaq News Agency that elite units from the Counter-Terrorism Service, backed by air support, conducted a field operation in Wadi al-Shay, within the Daquq district, south of Kirkuk, destroying several ISIS shelters used for movement and concealment. No casualties were reported among Iraqi forces, according to the source, who noted that further preemptive operations will continue in Wadi al-Shay and surrounding areas to sever supply lines and deny the militants haven. Wadi al-Shay is one of the most challenging terrains in southern Kirkuk, with dense vegetation and interwoven hills. It has served as a strategic hideout for ISIS remnants since the group's territorial defeat. The valley has seen repeated operations since 2018 by the Counter-Terrorism Service and Rapid Response Forces. Its location — linking Kirkuk with the Hamrin Mountains and stretching toward Diyala and Saladin provinces — makes it a critical corridor used by militants to move and launch attacks.
Iraqi News
28-05-2025
- Politics
- Iraqi News
President Rashid stresses the need to strengthen the capabilities of the armed forces to confront terrorist threats
Baghdad-INA President Abdel Latif Jamal Rashid stressed on Wednesday the need to strengthen the capabilities of the armed forces to confront any terrorist threats. The President's Media Office stated in a statement received by the Iraqi News Agency (INA), "President Abdul Latif Jamal Rashid received the head of the Counter-Terrorism Service, Lieutenant General Karim Abboud Al-Tamimi, at the Baghdad Palace." The statement indicated that "the meeting discussed the latest security developments in the country and the role of the Counter-Terrorism Service in promoting stability domestically." According to the statement, Abdul Latif stressed "the need to strengthen the capabilities of the armed forces to confront any terrorist threats," praising "the service's role and great sacrifices in preserving the security and stability of Iraq and all Iraqis." He pointed to "the importance of developing the agency's capabilities and adopting modern studies and research in the field of combating terrorism and extremist ideology ,'for his part, Al-Tamimi expressed his "thanks to the President of the Republic and his appreciation for his directives. He also provided a detailed explanation of the developments in the work of the Counter-Terrorism Service, its security and intelligence efforts, and its future plans aimed at enhancing the security and stability of Iraq."
Arab News
28-04-2025
- Politics
- Arab News
Iraq's counter-terrorism chief discusses security with Egyptian, Jordanian envoys
DUBAI: The head of Iraq's Counter-Terrorism Service, Lt. Gen. Karim Al-Tamimi, held separate meetings on Monday with the Egyptian and Jordanian military envoys to discuss ways to boost security cooperation. Al-Tamimi met with Egyptian military attache Col. Akram Sharif and Jordanian military attache Brig. Gen. Anwar Al-Bashbasha, according to a statement from the Counter-Terrorism Service. The meetings focused on strengthening cooperation, exchanging expertise and sharing perspectives on security issues between the three countries.
Iraqi News
28-04-2025
- Politics
- Iraqi News
Head of CTS talks with attachés from Egypt and Jordan about ways to improve security cooperation
The head of the Counter-Terrorism Service CTS, Lt. Gen. Karim al-Tamimi, discussed on Monday with the Egyptian and Jordanian military attachés ways to enhance security cooperation. A statement by the Counter-Terrorism Service, obtained by the Iraqi News Agency (INA), stated that "the head of the Counter-Terrorism Service, Lieutenant General Karim Al-Tamimi, received in two separate meetings, both the Egyptian military attaché, Colonel Staff of War, Akram Sharif, and the Jordanian military attaché, Brigadier General Anwar al-Bashabsheh." The statement pointed out that "during the two meetings, they discussed mechanisms to activate joint cooperation and exchange experiences and views on security affairs between brotherly countries."
Shafaq News
05-04-2025
- Shafaq News
Iraq's battle with drugs: Three trafficking attempts foiled
Shafaq News/ On Saturday, Iraqi security forces foiled three drug smuggling attempts, arresting several individuals. In a 'high-level' operation, Counter-Terrorism Service forces targeted a major drug trafficking hideout in central Al-Nasiriyah, where intense armed clashes broke out with members of a drug gang, ending with the arrest of two suspects, while security forces continue to pursue the remaining individuals, a source told Shafaq News Agency. The security source confirmed the operation is ongoing, without providing further details. Separately, a foreign traveler was arrested after various types of suspected narcotic pills were found in his possession at the al-Shaib and Shalamcheh border crossings in southern Iraq, the Border Ports Authority announced. The Shalamcheh Border Directorate also apprehended an Iraqi traveler in the arrivals hall and seized 2,000 Nimadol pills hidden inside a plastic bag, according to the authority. Official seizure reports were reportedly filed, and the two suspects, along with the confiscated pills, were referred to the competent security authorities for appropriate legal action. On Wednesday, Iraqi police dismantled a 'dangerous' drug trafficking and fraud gang in Baghdad and seized illegal substances along with other contraband.
