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Condolence Statement by CJTF-OIR Commander
December 14, 2022 — We extend our sincere condolences to the family and colleagues of Kurdistan Commando Forces commander and brave Peshmerga martyr, Akam Omar. We mourn the loss of a dedicated professional and honor the service he exemplified to the Iraqi Kurdistan Region. - Maj. Gen. Matthew McFarlane, Commander of Combined Joint Task Force - Operation Inherent Resolve... MORE

Fifth Anniversary of Iraq's Liberation and Victory Over ISIS
December 10, 2022 — Today marks the fifth anniversary of Iraq's liberation and victory over ISIS control. During their fight against ISIS, Iraqi Security Forces demonstrated courage, heroism and sacrifice to defend their country. The battle for Mosul, the capital of the so-called caliphate, was significant and terrifying. Women, children, and the elderly were not spared from the brutality of ISIS, an enemy that does not possess an iota of mercy or humanity. With the support of the Global Coalition, the Iraqi government and the Iraqi Security Forces mounted an operation... MORE

Live Fire Exercises in Syria for December
November 29, 2022 — BAGHDAD, Iraq – On Nov. 29, 2022, Coalition Forces will be conducting an operational exercise using 120mm mortar rounds near the An Tanf region in Syria to validate weapons systems and maintain crew proficiency and readiness. ... MORE

CJTF-OIR Commander Continues to Condemn Strikes in the Iraqi Kurdistan Region
November 21, 2022 — BAGHDAD, Iraq – At 11:30 p.m. on Nov. 20, 2022, indirect fire and an unmanned aerial vehicle struck several locations within the Erbil Governorate in the Iraqi Kurdistan Region... MORE