20 years after the U.S.-led invasion, war-weary Iraqis find hope
Western forces quickly toppled Saddam Hussein's regime, but the invasion sparked a devastating civil war and gave rise to ISIS, so optimism has been hard to come by.
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Baghdad on the 20th anniversary of "shock and awe"
The U.S. aerial bombardment of Iraq began on March 19, 2003, a campaign that then-President George W. Bush described as "shock and awe." The takedown of Saddam Hussein's regime triggered a savage insurgency and brutal sectarian conflict, and led to the deaths of hundreds of thousands of Iraqis and nearly 4,500 U.S. military personnel.
Reporters' notebook: Iraq War, 20 years on
It was 20 years ago, on March 20, 2003, that the U.S. launched the war in Iraq. As the invasion unfolded, CBS News correspondent Charlie D'Agata and producer Tina Kraus made their way into Baghdad to cover a conflict that would stretch out for nine years. In this reporter's notebook, they reflect on the early days of their war assignment.
A look back at the Iraq War 20 years later
It has been 20 years since the United States invaded Iraq, starting a years-long war that resulted in hundreds of thousands of deaths and caused ripple effects throughout the region. Retired Major John Spencer, the chair of Urban Warfare Studies with the Modern War Institute at West Point, joins CBS News with his perspective and some of the lessons learned.
U.S. invasion of Iraq 20 years later — "Intelligence Matters"
Former Acting CIA Director Michael Morell on CIA Iraq assessment: "We were wrong on the chemical weapons judgment, we were wrong on the biological weapons judgment, and we were wrong on the nuclear weapons judgment."
Christopher Miller on "The Takeout"
Christopher Miller, who was acting secretary of defense under President Donald Trump, joins Major Garrett for this week's episode of "The Takeout." Miller said he thinks the defense budget could be cut in half. He also called the war in Iraq an "unjust war," and he said the U.S. pullout from Afghanistan was "tragic."
Defense Secretary Austin makes unannounced visit to Iraq
He says he's there to "reaffirm the U.S.-Iraq strategic partnership as we move toward a more secure, stable, and sovereign Iraq."
Number of imprisoned veterans concerns former defense chiefs
Two former defense secretaries say the government should come up with new ways to ensure that military service is taken into account when courts prosecute former service members.
Senior ISIS leader killed, 4 U.S. troops and dog wounded in Syria raid
The operation was conducted Thursday night and resulted in the death of ISIS commander Hamza al-Homsi.
Archaeologists uncover 5,000-year-old tavern, "beer recipe" on tablet
Fish and animal bones were found in the bowls, alongside evidence of beer drinking, the U.S.-Italian team said.
YouTube star allegedly killed by her father, triggering protest
An Iraqi NGO shared disturbing voice recordings that Tiba Ali reportedly sent to friends the night before she was killed.
Nonprofit helps fulfill wishes for wounded veterans
Hope For The Warriors has provided veterans with everything from greenhouses for gardening to family vacations.
Turkey attacks Syrian base used by U.S.-allied Kurds
Iran has also stepped-up attacks on Kurdish groups in the region, drawing a warning from the U.S. over actions that "threaten our shared goals."
Preparing to search Iraq for WMD (2002)
In late 2002, Steve Kroft interviewed then-UN chief weapons inspector Hans Blix ahead of his team’s search for WMD in Iraq. This week, Lesley Stahl sits down with the Director General of the IAEA.
When 60 Minutes interviews nuclear watchdogs
In late 2002, Steve Kroft interviewed then-U.N. chief weapons inspector Hans Blix ahead of his team's search for WMD in Iraq. This week, Lesley Stahl sits down with the Director General of the IAEA.
Turkey launches strikes in Syria and Iraq a week after Istanbul bombing
The Turkish Defense Ministry said it launched airstrikes targeting Kurdish groups that Ankara holds responsible for last week's bomb attack in Istanbul.
U.S. aid worker murdered near his home in Iraq's capital
Officials say Stephen Edward Troell was fatally shot as he drove down his road with his family in the car, but the motive remains a mystery.
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U.S. conducts airstrikes in Iraq and Syria; Government examines 144 reports of UFO sightings
American, mom and baby among victims of Iranian missile attack on Iraq
The U.S., U.K. and United Nations have condemned the attack targeting Kurdish opposition groups as an unprovoked assault on Iraqi sovereignty.
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U.S. troops begin move from Northern Syria to Iraq; Four companies reach settlement in opioid litigation
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Pelosi to announce impeachment managers; Latest on Harry & Meghan's exit plan
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Iraqi PM: Delegation to remove U.S. troops from Iraq; Video from Jeffrey Epstein's first suicide attempt lost
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I didn't see evidence Iran was targeting embassies; On the debate stage
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Tehran vows revenge for death of Qassem Soleimani; Weinstein trial begins
Young Yazidi woman rescued after 8 years as an ISIS prisoner
Wafaa Ali Abbas was just 9 years old when ISIS militants stormed her village and sold her into nearly a decade of abuse and captivity.
FlyDubai co-pilot planned to crash jet into Israeli airport, official says
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