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Iraq • Capital City
49 films(Page 1 of 2)
An 11-year-old boy in Baghdad becomes an apprentice to a garage owner after losing his father in the conflict.
Around 2003, heavy air strikes in Iraq left many families without food, forcing them to share meager meals amid constant danger.
On March 20, 2003, the U.S. launched its first attack on Iraq while Usama Alshaibi was on his honeymoon in Amsterdam, prompting his return to Baghdad after 24 years.
Eighty to 100 men were involved in the 2007 kidnapping of five British citizens in Baghdad, orchestrated by Iranian operatives.
Over 120,000 people died in Iraq following the 2003 invasion, as U.S.-funded paramilitary forces contributed to a brutal sectarian civil war.
A 12-minute report reveals how Baghdad has become a divided city, with blast walls separating Sunni and Shia neighborhoods.
Ghaith Abdul-Ahad highlights the tensions between Sunni Khaadimiyah and Shia Khazira in Baghdad.
Moqtada al-Sadr's militia threatens US forces in Baghdad during the 2004 conflict.
The hospital morgue at Hudson Regional Hospital became so overwhelmed during the pandemic that a freezer truck was brought in to store deceased patients.
Mass graves filled with bodies reveal the brutal consequences of ISIS's reign in Sinjar and Raqqa, cities that have suffered under the group's control.
Nearly 3 million people live in Sadr City, a Baghdad slum where mosques cannot hold enough funerals for the dead.
Bravo company assists Iraqi forces in Baghdad for a successful withdrawal from Iraq.
The Iraq war leads to significant casualties and a critical inquiry into British involvement.
Islamist militants from Syria beheaded soldiers and launched suicide bombers into Beirut in 2014, marking a turning point in Lebanon's security situation.
Two Reuters journalists were killed in a US helicopter attack in Baghdad, as documented in a classified video leaked by Anonymous military sources.
President Trump addresses Iran's missile attack on US bases in Iraq and claims no casualties.
Half a million people once lived in Ramadi, but many have fled as the city endures a year-long siege by the Islamic State.
Martin Adler investigates Baghdad's notorious Wolf Brigade and their controversial actions.
800 billion Iraqi dinars, or about 600 million dollars, were stolen from Iraq's tax authority in what is described as the biggest bank heist in history.
Wyatt Mitchell discusses The New Yorker's redesign, inspired by Ray Irvin and Charles Brooks.
A character in George Packer's play faces threats from militias and struggles to escape Iraq, stating, "nowhere to run, nowhere to hide."
Nineteen-year-old Haida Hamza returns to Baghdad University, expressing feelings of helplessness amid looting and the presence of new military authority.
Over 100 civilians have been killed following the U.S. troop withdrawal from the Turkish border in Syria, a decision that has alarmed many, including Trump's supporters.
The U.S. and Iran maintain divided alliances in the Middle East amid rising tensions.
Abu Bakr al Baghdadi was imprisoned by the US military, where he formed networks with other jihadists, later rising to lead ISIS.
Three civilians were killed when a car was shot during a chaotic firefight as US Marines advanced into Baghdad.
Donald Trump warns Iran of strikes on 52 sites after Qasem Soleimani's death escalates tensions.
Martin Chulov and Salem Rizk report from Ba’aj, Iraq, on Baghdadi's last known hideout.
The U.S. and President Obama confront the Isis crisis in Iraq as it advances towards Baghdad.
The battle for Mosul is crucial as it is the last major isis stronghold in Iraq.
Global powers warn of increased danger after the US kills Qassem Soleimani in Baghdad.
Jared Yoon shares his experiences as a US soldier in Iraq, detailing his decision to enlist and the day he was shot during combat.
David Smith reflects on the US presence in Iraq and the deaths of his men in this exclusive film.
Iran launches rocket attacks on US troops in Iraq, targeting Assad Air Base near Baghdad.
Martin Smith captures life in Baghdad amid the chaos of war and the threat of ISIS.
More than 10 million tons of debris remain in Mosul, hindering the rebuilding efforts of residents who are returning to their damaged homes.
A bombing in Kerman, Iran, kills over 100 during a memorial for General Kasam Soleimani.
Speaker Nancy Pelosi rips up President Trump's State of the Union speech in defiance.
Mike Pompeo addresses Iran's security threats during his visit to Iraq's Baghdad.
The United States confirms the death of ISIS leader Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi last night.
Residents in Mosul express skepticism about the liberation forces in Iraq.
The Islamic State's caliphate faces collapse as Mosul's battle intensifies against its fighters.
Tens of thousands mourn Soleimani in Baghdad, chanting 'death to America' at his funeral.
President Trump warns of retaliation as Iran mourns Qasem Soleimani's death on Friday.
Two car bombs in Baghdad kill seven people during Ramadan on a Sunday night.
Ayatollah Ali Khamenei warns of retaliation after General Qassem Soleimani is killed in Iraq.
Thousands march in Venezuela kakas against crime and government repression following Lopez's arrest.
Kimberly Guilfoyle passionately supports Trump, condemning chaos and urging American greatness.
