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Russia Doubles Down on Iraq Despite COVID-19

... bases in Iraq. Back then, the country’s parliament recommended that all foreign troops leave the territory, a step that still requires more consideration. That said, Baghdad again began contemplating a purchase of air-defense systems, including the S-400. Iraq can’t be satisfied with the US decision to deploy Patriot systems to the country as it aims to step up security at military bases hosting American military personnel. Whether the move will be effective is subject to debate even in Washington, ...

28.04.2020

expert column

Will Russia Reinforce Iraq's Air Defenses?

... rapidly after 2014, when the implementation of previously signed contracts reinforced Iraq’s security system, facilitating the country’s struggle against the Islamic State. Back then, reports circulated about Baghdad’s interest in purchasing Russian S-400 missile systems. However, Iraqi government officials continuously denied these statements. Now, in light of the Israeli strikes, the Iraqi talks with Russia over reinforcement of its air defense systems is taking on new meaning in Iraq. However, if Baghdad is serious about purchasing ...

13.09.2019

expert column

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