Iraq security sweep: Tribal violence, child deaths, and Global Coalition withdrawal
Shafaq News
Below is a summary of key security and crime-related incidents reported across Iraq on January 18, 2026.
- Tribal Dispute Turns Fatal (Nineveh)
A man died from critical injuries sustained during a tribal clash between the Al-Bu Hamad and Al-Akidat tribes in the Wadi Hajar area south of Mosul, while three others were wounded.
- Civilian Seriously Wounded in Armed Attack (Maysan)
Armed men attacked a civilian in the Al-Nidaa neighborhood of Maysan, inflicting life-threatening injuries. Security forces launched an investigation.
- Girl Dies After Rabid Dog Attack (Nineveh)
A 12-year-old girl died after being bitten by a rabid dog in Al-Qahtaniyah district, west of Nineveh.
- Father, Brother Arrested for Girl’s Killing (Baghdad)
Police arrested a father and brother accused of killing a girl in eastern Baghdad after her body was found dumped near a landfill. Investigators classified the case as an alleged “honor” crime.
- Woman Arrested for Drowning Infant (Baghdad)
Security forces detained a woman accused of drowning her infant son in a water tank at their home north of Baghdad, with the suspect citing psychological distress.
- Coalition Advisers Withdraw from Iraqi Bases (Baghdad)
Iraq’s Higher Military Commission for Ending the Coalition Mission confirmed the completion of the withdrawal of US-led Coalition advisers from all military bases and command centers, transferring full control of key facilities to Iraqi forces.
