Crude-dependent countries scramble to compensate for losses from a key source of state revenue, with several already plagued by social unrest

Foreign Minister al-Thani visits Baghdad, says his country has made international contacts and consultations with 'brotherly and sisterly countries'

US president says Iranian general was probably targeting Americans in Baghdad, dismisses call to pull troops out of Iraq, in Fox News interview

State Department says two sides should instead talk about how to 'recommit' to their partnership; thousands protest in Baghdad and beyond, calling on both US and Iran to leave

At every tumultuous turn, Iraq's independence has seemingly been ignored by its two closest allies, who happen to be bitter enemies

Abdul-Mahdi's comments suggest he stands by previous statements that US soldiers should leave country despite recent signals toward deescalation between Tehran and Washington

With cries of 'Death to America, death to Israel,' protesters vent their anger over US attacks on Kataeb Hezbollah group, seen as violation of Iraqi sovereignty

Three killed in Najaf as shrine door set ablaze, demonstrations rage in Baghdad and Nasariyah; Abdul-Mahdi's resignation to parliament prompts political intrigue

Rallies, which began with demands for jobs and an end to corruption, now include calls for justice for the more than 90 killed

Thousands of anti-government demonstrators have clashed with riot police in mass rallies across the country that have left 33 dead