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US threatens 'consequences' for Iraq over Tsurkov captivity

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11 March, 2025
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05 October, 2021
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US slaps new sanctions on Iran-backed Shia militias

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10 August, 2021
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03 July, 2020
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26 June, 2020
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US launches precision strikes on Iran-backed militia in Iraq

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13 March, 2020
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Washington says Baghdad failed to 'protect' Americans

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31 December, 2019