- A new battle in Iraq gives Iran the upper handWashington Post
- US urges calm as Kirkuk crisis escalatesBBC News
- Oil Elevated as Iraq Tensions Escalate, Asian Shares Hold FirmNew York Times
- Showdown in Kirkuk: Kurds vs. Iraq forces, with US in middle, as everPittsburgh Post-Gazette
- Islamic State take over region amid Kirkuk turmoilIraqi News