Iraq

Following their semifinal advances, Demokratiska Republiken Kongo faces Jamaica tonight in Mexico for one of two remaining 2026 World Cup spots, while Iraq takes on Bolivia early Wednesday. The winners will join 46 other teams at the tournament. All four nations have prior World Cup experience but limited success.

March 31, 2026 Ti AI ṣe iroyin

Armed men abducted American journalist Shelly Kittleson from her car in Baghdad on March 31, as captured on CCTV footage. Iraqi security forces pursued the kidnappers, arresting one suspect linked to the Iran-backed militia Kataib Hezbollah after their vehicle overturned. The US State Department confirmed it had warned Kittleson of threats and is coordinating with the FBI for her release.