Culture
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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 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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Iraq’s National Theatre Celebrates Authentic Musical Heritage
The National Theatre hosted a joint musical performance by the Iraqi National Ensemble for Musical Heritage and the Sumeriat Musical Ensemble, conducted by maestro Alaa Majeed, in an evening that celebrated the richness and authenticity of Iraq’s traditional music. The concert featured a carefully curated selection of renowned Iraqi songs…
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Ministry of Culture Concludes Training Course on Mental Health
The Ministry of Culture, Tourism and Antiquities has concluded a specialised training course on mental health and suicide prevention, organised in cooperation with the Ministry of Health, on Monday 2 February 2026. The course, entitled “Early Detection of Mental Disorders and Autism and Suicide Prevention”, was held at Ishtar Hall…
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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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Iraq, France Move to Deepen Cultural and Archaeological Ties
Iraq’s Minister of Culture, Tourism and Antiquities, Ahmed Fakak Al-Badrani, held talks on Monday with France’s ambassador to Iraq, Patrick Durel, aimed at strengthening cooperation in culture, archaeology and heritage preservation. The meeting, at the ministry’s headquarters in Baghdad, brought together senior officials from Iraq’s cultural institutions, including the State…
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Dar Al-Ma’moon and French Cultural Attaché Discuss Cooperation
The General Director of Dar Al-Ma’moon for Translation and Publishing, Ms. Ishraq Abdul Adil, received a delegation from the French Cultural Attaché on Sunday. The delegation included Mr. Munir Slimani, Cultural Affairs Counselor at the French Embassy, and translator Mouaffaq Al-Razi. The meeting focused on exploring prospects for cultural and…
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Baghdad Shines with Christmas Celebrations at Palms of Baghdad
Throughout December, Palms of Baghdad hosted vibrant Christmas celebrations, transforming the complex into a key destination for families and visitors seeking a festive atmosphere in the Iraqi capital. The celebrations featured a variety of daily activities, including live music performances, Christmas lights and decorations, as well as seasonal markets (Christmas…
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National Geographic Highlights Iraq’s Ancient Mandaean Rituals
National Geographic selected a photograph taken on the banks of the Tigris River in Baghdad for its Pictures of the Year 2025 collection, chosen from among hundreds of thousands of images submitted from around the world, with only 25 photographs selected for publication. The image documents an aspect of Mandaean…
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Iraq, Greece enhance cultural cooperation at Athens forum
Iraqi Minister of Culture, Tourism, and Antiquities Professor Dr. Ahmed Fakkak Al-Badrani met with Greek Minister of Culture Lina Mendoni on the sidelines of the ninth ministerial meeting of the Forum of Ancient Civilizations in Athens to discuss strengthening cultural cooperation between the two countries. Both sides stressed the importance…
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