Canada In Iraq

• Canadian NATO commander wary of ‘underground’ threats ahead of Iraq training mission

  The Canadian commander of NATO's training mission in Iraq says he has a challenging job on his hands, but one that could be vital to promoting long-lasting stability in the country.

  Canada

  Aug 29, 2018
  
• New Canadian strategy to fight Islamic State awaiting Iraqi approval

  Canada is waiting for the Iraqi government to sign off before launching the next phase of its fight against the Islamic State militant group, Gen. Jonathan Vance said Thursday.

  Jun 7, 2018
  
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• Canada halts military aid to Iraqi and Kurdish forces amid clashes

  The one-time allies have been fighting each other for over a week, after the Kurds held a controversial independence referendum and Baghdad responded by seizing control of contested territory.

  Canada

  Oct 27, 2017
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• Record-breaking sniper kill in Iraq doesn’t suggest any combat role, says Justin Trudeau

  Canada’s mission is supposed to entail training and advising Iraqi forces in defeating the so-called Islamic State - not combat.

  Canada

  Jun 27, 2017
• Safety of Canadian troops in Iraq not compromised by Trump travel ban: defence minister

  There are concerns that Donald Trump's controversial executive order could make it easier for terrorist groups recruit new members.

  Canada

  Jan 30, 2017
• Canadian military teams aid overseas efforts to topple ISIS in Mosul

  Two Canadian military teams are in Lebanon and Jordan as the international community searches for ways to keep the so-called Islamic State group from spreading once the city of Mosul falls.

  Canada

  Dec 15, 2016