Culture and Heritage
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Iraqi Government Promote Art Culture Across Baghdad
In cooperation with the Al-Rusafa Youth and Sports Directorate, The Youth Culture and Arts department has held a local arts exhibition for local audiences in Al-Rufusa, Baghdad. The exhibition included musical performances, handicrafts and pieces of visual art. The event was held outdoors, showcasing the works of multiple artists from…
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Interview with Hidden Histories on Preserving Iraqi Culture.
Preserving a culture as expansive and intricate as Iraqi culture is not an easy feat, especially for Iraqis living in London. However, that is a task that the organisation Hidden Histories has dedicated itself to completing. Co-founded in 2021 by a Baghdad native Eiman Munro, she focuses on bringing Iraqi…
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Iraq Intensifies Inspections to Protect Archaeological Heritage Sites
Archaeological and heritage inspection teams in several Iraqi provinces have continued field monitoring visits to archaeological sites and mounds to strengthen protection measures and prevent illegal excavations and encroachments, according to the Ministry of Culture, Tourism and Antiquities. In Karbala province, archaeological staff conducted inspection tours across several historic mounds…
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Iraqi Storytelling and Legacy: Interview with ‘Floodlines’ Author Saleem Haddad
From The Epic of Gilgamesh, the world’s oldest surviving written story, to Al-Mutanabbi, widely regarded as one of the most influential poets in the Arabic language, Iraq’s cultural heritage is deeply rooted in storytelling. For centuries, stories have provided a space for creative expression, emotional release and, at times, quiet…
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Iraq and Kuwait Agree on Reciprocal Cultural Weeks
Iraq and Kuwait have agreed to organise reciprocal cultural weeks in both countries as part of efforts to strengthen cultural partnership and highlight their shared civilisational heritage. The agreement was reached during a meeting on Wednesday 11th February between Iraq’s Undersecretary of the Ministry of Culture, Tourism and Antiquities for…
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Al Rasheed Theatre Shines Light on Iraq’s Dynamic Societal Issues
Directed by Haider Jukan, the play ‘Rejected’ hit the stage at Baghdad’s Al Rasheed theatre on the evening of February 10th. Covering a range of dynamic social issues, the play depicted instances of injustice and oppression across Iraq, with a central focus on women’s rights and human values – themes…
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Storytelling, Diaspora and Identity: Interview with Roots & Narratives Podcast
Across the media narratives which dominate the global news, Iraq is too often talked about, more than it is listened to. As the global Iraqi diaspora continues to grow in number, platforms like the Roots and Narrative / Al-Nafs Podcast offer space for an exploration of Iraqi identity beyond the…
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Finnish Ambassador to Iraq Visits Ancient City of Hatra
The Finnish Ambassador to Iraq, Antti Putkonen, visited the UNESCO World Heritage site of the ancient city of Hatra in Al-Hadar district of the Nineveh governorate. Accompanied by the site’s official Mahmoud Al-Wardy, Ambassador Putkonen received a guided tour visit of the ancient archaeological site, spanning temples, stone carvings, and…
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Iraq’s History Reflected in Athens Ancient Civilisations Forum
Greece hosted the 9th Ministerial Meeting for the Ancient Civilisations Forum (AFC) at the Acropolis Museum in Athens last Friday, where participants reaffirmed their commitment to protecting and restoring heritage through the Athens Declaration. Opening this year’s session, the Greek Foreign Minister described cultural heritage as a living legacy, rather…
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Iraqi Travellers Cafe Launches Baghdad Cultural Walking Tour
Iraqi Travellers Cafe has launched Iraq’s first official walking tour in Baghdad, offering participants the chance to explore historic streets, Al-Mutanabbi Street, and traditional cafés while experiencing the city’s culture firsthand. Some tours also include a short boat crossing over the Tigris River, providing a unique perspective of the capital.…
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