Iraqi Security Forces
As US forces in Iraq transition from a combat role to an overwatch role, Iraqi Security Forces (ISF) will take on an increasingly important role in the provision of security for the Iraqi people.
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Jaysh al-Mahdi
Iranian Influence
Iran has been actively involved in supporting Shi'a militias and encouraging sectarian violence in Iraq since the invasion of 2003.
Al-Qaeda in Iraq (تنظيم القاعدة في بلاد الرافدين)
Although one of the smallest factions in the Sunni insurgency, Al-Qaeda in Iraq may be one of the most deadly. US operations have put tremendous pressure on the group.
Baghdad Neighborhood Project: Washash and Iskan
Sep 25, 2007 - Institute for t...
Wahash and Iskan constitute a key conflict zone between Shi'a and Sunni militias in West Baghdad.
Baghdad Neighborhoods: Rusafa
Sep 22, 2007 - Anonymous
The Rusafa security district provides an interesting look at a complex Baghdad neighborhood with strategic significance and changing demographics.
Baghdad Neighborhoods: Mansour
Sep 10, 2007 - Institute for t...
Baghdad's Mansour district shows the competition between enemy groups for territory in Baghdad, the effect of the troop surge, and problems with Iraqi governance.
Iran's Proxy War Against the United States and Iraq
This Iraq Report describes lethal support provided by the Iranian government to Shi'a extremist organizations in Iraq.
Operations of the 8th Iraqi Army Division
Aug 27, 2007 - Institute for t...
The 8th Iraqi Army Division (IAD), commanded by Major General Othman Farhood, is based ninety miles southeast of Baghdad in Diwaniyah.
Al Qaeda in Iraq Attacks on Bridges
Jun 10, 2007 - Kimberly Kagan
Al-Qaeda blew up a bridge on Sunday using a suicide truck bomb, the latest in a series of attacks against bridges in Baghdad and the “belts” of territory surrounding the capital.
The Battle for Diyala
This Iraq Report describes U.S. operations in Diyala Province in early 2007, and the links between violence in Diyala and violence in Baghdad.