Jane Arraf appears in the following:
Several Mortars Hit The U.S. Embassy Compound In Baghdad
Monday, January 27, 2020
The attack threatens to increase the already high tension between the U.S. and Iraq over Iranian-backed militias in the country. Iraq's prime minister condemned the attack.
Police Set Fire To Iraqi Protesters' Tents As Shiite Cleric Withdraws Support
Sunday, January 26, 2020
Iraqi security forces swept out anti-government protesters occupying public squares in Baghdad and set fire to encampments after a powerful Shiite cleric removed his support for the protesters.
Iraqi Security Forces Storm Tahrir Square, Clash With Protesters
Saturday, January 25, 2020
The security forces fired live bullets and tear gas and set ablaze tents where demonstrators have been living. At least one protester was killed and dozens wounded.
'We Are Not Going To Leave': Iraq's Protests Escalate
Wednesday, January 22, 2020
Tactics such as blocking highways and forcing closure of government offices have now set the protest movement, which began in early October, on a more dangerous collision course with security forces.
Baghdad Anti-Government Protests Escalate
Monday, January 20, 2020
Protesters in Baghdad are demanding the president appoint a a prime minister they find acceptable. Security forces are using tear gas and live bullets to try to push them back.
What Young Iraqis Want For U.S. Troops
Sunday, January 19, 2020
The Iraqi government has called for U.S. troops to leave, but many young Iraqis would like them to stay. They want good relations with both the U.S. and their big neighbor, Iran.
Iran's Supreme Leader Delivers Rare Speech At Friday's Prayers
Friday, January 17, 2020
For the first time in eight years, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei led prayers in Tehran. He threatened the U.S. and indicated there may be more retaliation from Iran's proxies for the killing of a general.
The Views From U.S. Troops Still Stationed At Bombed Air Base In Iraq
Wednesday, January 15, 2020
U.S. troops on the base in Iraq that was targeted by Iranian missiles last week talk about the new threats they face. The U.S. intends to keep them there despite Iraqi calls for them to leave.
The Aftermath Of Iran's Missile Attack On An Iraqi Base Housing U.S. Troops
Tuesday, January 14, 2020
NPR international correspondent Jane Arraf and freelance photographer Alexander Tahaov were among journalists invited to tour the Ain al-Assad air base, which houses some 1,500 U.S. troops.
Surveying Damage At The Iraqi Base That Iran Attacked
Monday, January 13, 2020
After the U.S. killed an Iranian general, Iran hit back by firing missiles at an air base in Iraq, which hosts U.S. and coalition troops. How badly was the base damaged?
U.S. Protests Iraq's Call To Withdrawal American Troops
Saturday, January 11, 2020
The U.S. military says it has not received any official notice to withdraw from Iraq.
Taking Stock Of A Breathtaking Week For Iran, Iraq And The U.S.
Friday, January 10, 2020
The confrontation between the U.S. and Iran has become heated in a country caught between them: Iraq. The U.S. says it's keeping troops there — but it's going to take a lot of diplomacy.
The State Of Play In Iraq The Day After Iranian Missile Attacks On U.S. Troops
Wednesday, January 08, 2020
A day after Iran launched ballistic missiles at U.S. troops, Iraq was quiet. People hoped President Trump's muted reaction would calm the conflict, but also worried about militias backed by Iran.
Iraq Responds To Iran's Missile Attack On 2 Military Bases
Wednesday, January 08, 2020
The country most affected by the escalating tensions between the U.S. and Iran is Iraq. Iran has made the latest move — launching missiles against U.S. military and coalition forces at bases in Iraq.
The Latest From Baghdad Following Iranian Missile Attacks On Military Bases In Iraq
Tuesday, January 07, 2020
Missiles hit two military bases in Iraq where U.S. forces are housed, as Iran says it has started its revenge for the U.S. drone strike that killed a top Iranian commander last week.
U.S. Troops Remain In Iraq, Crowds Mourn Iraqi Killed In Drone Attack
Tuesday, January 07, 2020
Huge crowds are mourning a militia leader who was killed in the same attack as Iran's top general. And, the Pentagon says some U.S. forces are being repositioned inside Iraq, not leaving the country.
What's Happening In Baghdad Following Iraqi Parliament Vote To Expel U.S. Forces
Monday, January 06, 2020
In Baghdad, there was tension and a flurry of diplomatic activity a day after Iraq's parliament voted to expel U.S. forces.
U.S. Defense Secretary Says No Plans To Leave Iraq, Forces Being Repositioned
Monday, January 06, 2020
The move comes after the parliament ordered U.S. forces out of Iraq, but military officials say the changes are not part of a withdrawal.
Iraqi Parliament Votes To Expel U.S. Troops, Trump Threatens Sanctions
Monday, January 06, 2020
Amid the fallout of the U.S. drone strike in Baghdad that killed an Iranian general, the Iraqi parliament voted to oust U.S. troops stationed in Iraq. President Trump threatened Iraq with sanctions.
Iraq's Parliament Calls For Expulsion Of U.S. Troops
Sunday, January 05, 2020
The Iraqi Parliament has passed a resolution calling for the expulsion of U.S. troops from Iraq, while the U.S.-led coalition fighting ISIS has announced a pause in its operations.