Iraq war veteran John Follmer is leading a group of veteran volunteers in rehabilitating a neglected Japanese garden located on the West LA Veterans Affairs Campus, creating a place of peace.

The articles feature a letter from the Iran-Iraq War, reflecting on the pervasive silence experienced by individuals during the conflict. It delves into the personal and collective quietude amidst the wartime experience.

Filmmaker Reed Van Dyk, alongside Boyd Holbrook and Gheed, discussed his debut feature 'Atonement' at Cannes, revealing it was inspired by a New Yorker article about true events during the early days of the Iraq War.

Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez publicly offered his full support to former Prime Minister José Luis Rodríguez Zapatero. Sánchez also criticized the Popular Party by referencing past controversies, including a "narco" photo, the Iraq War, and the 11-M attacks.

Berlingske journalists challenge readers daily with 10 new questions on exciting topics, including a quiz to test knowledge about the Iraq War.

El George H. W. Bush alcanza su posición frente al Golfo de Adén mientras Teherán vuelve a minar el Estrecho de Ormuz Leer

The creators of the Iraq war epic "Black Watch" reflect on the play's journey from a Fife pub to a global phenomenon. The devastating drama, which transported theatre-goers to a war zone, is remembered for its significant impact.

As the prospect of a major conflict in the Middle East looms, US military planners are reportedly assessing the significant challenges and potential scale of a brutal ground invasion of Iran, drawing comparisons to, and distinctions from, the Iraq War.

The ongoing US air and naval warfare in Iran is incurring significantly higher costs than initial spending in the Iraq War, driven by the extensive use of long-range missiles and smart bombs.

The financial cost of American intervention in Iran is being compared to the Iraq War, with revelations of these figures potentially causing political discomfort for Donald Trump.

A geopolitical analysis draws parallels between the current global situation and the 1980 Iran-Iraq war, highlighting the potential for widespread disruption, particularly concerning global oil supply.

After more than two weeks of Operation Epic Fury, the largest US intervention in the Middle East since the Iraq war in 2003, it remains unclear what President Donald Trump goal was.

Iraq warned on Sunday that drone attacks near Baghdad airport threatened the security of the nearby prison housing Islamic State group suspects recently brought from Syria.

The phrase 'Mission Accomplished' from April 9, 2003, when Saddam Hussein's statue fell in Baghdad, is now seen as a haunting symbol for the ongoing war in Iran, representing regime change.

American President Donald Trump is calling for an uprising in Iran, seemingly disregarding lessons from the 1991 Iraq war, with a BBC editor suggesting he might learn that starting wars is easier than ending them.

And the critisism of it from Donald Trump and Tony Blair.

President Trump has sharply criticized UK Prime Minister Starmer for initially withholding UK bases for US strikes on Iran, stating the "special relationship" has weakened. Starmer later agreed to limited defensive use of two bases after a UK base in Cyprus was attacked. The UK emphasizes acting on a legal basis and in its national interest, recalling Iraq war lessons.

A Greek article questions whether current claims about Iran mirror the unproven assertions made by former US President George Bush in 2003 regarding Iraq's alleged pursuit of uranium, suggesting a similar path to war.

An article analyzes how the Trump administration's rhetoric and strategic errors regarding Iran mirror those of the Bush era leading up to the Iraq War, with a military buildup and similar justifications for potential conflict.

Secretary of state’s address comes as US deploys largest force of aircraft and warships to Middle East since 2003 US politics live – latest updates Marco Rubio will deliver a rare briefing to top US lawmakers on Iran at the White House on Tuesday as Washington deploys its largest force of aircraft and warships to the Middle East since the 2003 buildup to the Iraq war. The audience for the secretary of state’s briefing is reported to include the so-called “gang of eight”, which includes the ...

Window Closing On Iran Diplomacy: IAEA's Grossi Issues Pessimistic Outlook Oil prices climbed early Thursday as markets zeroed in on the prospect of US action against Iran, lifting energy shares alongside crude - with West Texas Intermediate above $66 a barrel. The US military build-up in the Middle East means Iran's window to reach a diplomatic agreement over its atomic activities - which Tehran insists is for peaceful domestic energy purposes - is at risk of closing fast, according to the head of the United Nations nuclear watchdog speaking to Bloomberg Television.  At this moment the Trump-assembled armada threatening Iran includes two aircraft carriers, a dozen warships, hundreds of jets, and advanced air defenses. Over 150 US military cargo flights have delivered weapons to the Middle East this month, with a surge of aircraft still headed to the region. Some say the build-up is already nearing Iraq war levels. Director General Rafael Mariano Grossi underscored the clock is ticking. "There is not much time but we are working on something concrete," said Grossi, in reference to meetings in Geneva with Iranian diplomats. "There are a couple of solutions the IAEA has proposed. IAEA inspectors haven't verified the state of Iran's stockpile of near-bomb-grade uranium or assessed the scope of damage dealt to enrichment facilities for more than eight months. Ironically enough, it was the unprovoked surprise Israeli and US attacks which shut the door on such inspections, also after the White House itself insisted on several occasions that the Islamic Republic's nuclear program was "obliterated" in the series of US bunker-buster bomb attacks on Fordow, Natanz, and Isfahan. Which is it? Bloomberg and various analysts have speculated that before the Israeli attacks in June, Iran had enough highly-enriched material to quickly craft about a dozen warheads, assuming the scenario Tehran issued the order to weaponize its nuclear program. Grossi said he also met with Trump’s envoys on Tuesday in Geneva, alongside the IAEA's some six hours of meetings with Iranian diplomats. He asserted that an IAEA return to the damaged facilities in Fordow, Isfahan and Natanz "hinges on the possibility of a wider type of agreement." "We are conscious of the fact that there is this political negotiation," Grossi added. However, the Iranians are likely going to remain deeply distrustful of the UN watchdog and Grossi himself, given that the surprise June attack resulted in Iranian officials accusing the IAEA team of leaking sensitive data on Iranian facilities to Israel. This is perhaps why Grossi himself appears pessimistic when commenting on the potential the forge a new deal before US military action ensues.  "There cannot be a deal if the IAEA isn’t able to verify," said Grossi, who described to Bloomberg he's seeking a solution by threading the red lines set by both sides. "It’s not impossible," he said. "There are certain things that Iran understands cannot be pursued. We have to provide the watertight verification there is no deviation." Some reports say a US attack on Iran could come as early as this weekend... Major US naval, air buildup in the Middle East sets stage for potential Iran war. CNN and CBS reported Wednesday that the US military will be ready to launch strikes against Iran as early as this weekend, though Trump has reportedly not made a final decision yet… pic.twitter.com/cRJOwP2PY8 February 19, 2026 As the second US carrier, the USS Gerald R. Ford, is about to enter the Mediterranean while headed toward the CENTCOM area of responsibility, regional analyst Levent Kemal observes, "The US military buildup in the Middle East is going beyond dialogue or gunboat diplomacy. This is clearly an important preparation for a war aimed at removing the Iranian regime from the regional power balance equation." Tyler Durden Thu, 02/19/2026 - 09:15

Divisive foreign political narratives concerning the Iran-Iraq war are being misinterpreted as religious discourse within Muslim communities in the Philippines, causing internal divisions.

On Memorial Day, families of those killed in the Iraq War shared their reflections on the sacrifices made and offered advice to current military families, amidst ongoing conflicts in the Middle East.

Controversy surrounding the Lajes Base has caused unease within Portugal's Socialist Party leadership, bringing up past criticism of the Durão Barroso government during the Iraq War. Constitutional Court elections are also set for June 12.

A new report has revealed that Israel allegedly maintained a second military base in the Iraqi desert during the Iran-Iraq War.

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and Representative Seth Moulton, a Democrat, engaged in a debate about the Iran war, framing their arguments through the lens of their shared experiences fighting in Iraq.

A strategic review is being conducted regarding South Korea's actions and policies during the Iran-Iraq War.

German journalist Düzen Tekkal speaks about her Yazidi-Kurdish heritage, her upbringing in 1980s Germany, and the impact of the Iran-Iraq War and the 2014 Yazidi genocide. She highlights how Islamism and hate contribute to silencing women.

A 28-year-old Indian seafarer has returned home after nearly six months of being trapped at sea in Iraq, recounting a harrowing experience of exploitation, abandonment, and being caught in the war.

The Pentagon has immediately requested an additional $200 billion for operations related to Iran, a significant sum even for the United States, drawing comparisons to the escalating costs of the Iraq War.

An analysis suggests that the illusion of security in the Persian Gulf has collapsed, tracing Iran's rise after the 2003 Iraq War and its potential decline following the 2023 Hamas attack on Israel, prompting questions about the future of the region.

An analysis suggests that President Donald Trump's war in Iran has already cost more than the initial phase of George W. Bush's invasion of Iraq, despite Trump's past criticisms of the Iraq war as a catastrophic mistake.

Amerikanischer Präsident ändert Position bei Suche nach Unterstützung +++  Rücktritt von Geheimdienstchef in Washington wegen Irankrieg +++ Israel: Irans De-facto-Führer Laridschani getötet +++ alle…

"Around 4,000 Shia families are living in Madhya Pradesh. We will not wear new clothes or celebrate Eid this year as we are saddened by Khamenei's death.

American military personnel are reportedly seeing parallels between the current conflict and the Iraq War, with one stating, 'Everything feels the same: war and oil.'

The U.S. Embassy in Iraq has warned American citizens to exercise 'extreme caution' due to previous attacks on Americans and U.S. interests in the country, and the risk of kidnappings.

President Trump's war against Iran carries echoes of the 2003 war in Iraq. NPR's Leila Fadel explores the lessons learned to understand whether regime change stands a chance in neighboring Iran.

The mother of a Marine Corps veteran, whose arm was broken during a Senate briefing on Iran, has spoken about her son, describing him as 'wonderful' but someone who can get 'kind of riled up,' especially concerning the Middle East.

Despite rebukes from Donald Trump, many MPs back Keir Starmer’s stance so far, and say lessons from conflict in Iraq must not be forgotten Calvin Bailey keeps his Iraq medal, issued to members of…

Trump criticized the Iraq War. Now he’s making the same mistakes.

The past month has seen significant foreign policy events, including US Supreme Court decisions regarding tariffs imposed by President Trump on other countries, a potential war in Iraq, and President Trump's annual address.

An opinion piece questions whether US intelligence has learned lessons from the Iraq War and how its legitimacy has been undermined, particularly in the context of the Ukraine invasion.

Collins fired back at Platner's criticism regarding the Iraq War, noting that Platner 'was not drafted'.

The Royal British Legion has commemorated the official end of the Iraq War, honoring the service and sacrifice of those involved in the conflict.

Amidst internal tensions over the Lajes issue, the Portuguese Socialist Party (PS) is defending Carneiro by recalling its past censure of the Barroso government for its support of the Iraq War.

Director Reed Van Dyk and actor Boyd Holbrook discussed their Iraq War film 'Atonement', emphasizing their efforts to avoid combat stereotypes. The film aims to offer a nuanced portrayal of the conflict.

Iraq has issued a warning about potential economic risks stemming from maritime threats in the Strait of Hormuz, urging regional cooperation to ensure stability and security in the vital waterway.

Since the start of the Iran-Iraq War, the influence of the Revolutionary Guard in Iran has grown, increasing the risk of power struggles within the elite, though the political order has not…

The US Navy has initiated mine-clearing operations in the Strait of Hormuz, targeting mines reportedly laid by Iranians, a move reminiscent of its role during the 'Tanker War' of the Iran-Iraq War.

A human interest story details the meeting between Rasha, an Iraqi child who feared US soldiers, and Seth, a former US soldier, two decades after the Iraq War. Their encounter highlights the lasting impact of the conflict on both civilians and veterans.

The Faes think tank, chaired by former popular president José María Aznar, has responded to criticism from Sánchez by defending Aznar's involvement in the Iraq War, asserting that Spain did not send troops or participate in the invasion.

Friis Arne Petersen, former director of the Danish Ministry of Foreign Affairs, stated that the government joined the 2003 Iraq War without truly believing in the project, calling it a mistake.

Gulf News published a retrospective detailing the history of the US Marines, highlighting their involvement in America's most challenging conflicts, including World War II and the Iraq War.

Das Pentagon will den Kongress um zusätzliche 200 Milliarden Dollar für den Irankrieg bitten. Einigen fiskalkonservativen Republikanern passt das gar nicht.

R.A.F. Fairford was the site of repeated antiwar protests during the Iraq war in 2003. Now it is being used again as a base for U.S. bombing missions in the Middle East.

Iraq has issued a warning that recent attacks near Baghdad's airport are jeopardizing the security of a prison where Islamic State members are held.

Analysis of the Iraq Wars is being used to provide context and potential lessons for understanding the current conflict involving Iran, drawing parallels in regional dynamics and military strategies.

BBC's North America editor Sarah Smith spoke to Gold Star mum Lynn, whose son died in the Iraq War, and veteran Jeremy.

The legacy of the Iraq war has significantly shaped the UK's response to the ongoing situation with Iran, drawing criticism from figures like Donald Trump and Tony Blair regarding the UK's engagement with the US.

Sánchez remains on a collision course with Washington – and his foreign minister criticizes the chancellor for not publicly countering Trump's attacks on Spain.

Donald Trump escalates rhetoric against Iran, leading to the largest regional military buildup since the Iraq War, with experts assessing a 50/50 chance of open conflict and identifying potential US attack targets.

US AIR Force tanker aircraft are lined up at Ben Gurion airport, near Tel Aviv.—Reuters • CSIS report terms current convergence of US military hardware largest since 2003 Iraq war, but smaller than 1991’s ‘Desert Storm’ • Ahead of Geneva talks, Iran says it is ready to take any steps towards a nuclear deal WASHINGTON: As the world’s largest aircraft carrier sails to join a massive military build-up in the Middle East, a new study reveals that the deployment looks to be structured for “li...