Tourism
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Fresh Restoration Efforts Begin on Iraq’s Ziggurat of Ur
The ancient Ziggurat of Ur, one of Iraq’s most treasured archaeological landmarks, is once again capturing global attention following recent restoration efforts that seek to preserve the iconic structure for future generations. Rising from the desert near Nasiriyah in Southern Iraq, the nearly 4,000-year-old monument is a defining symbol of…
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Qatar Airways Reopens Passenger Services to Major Iraqi Cities
Qatar Airways has resumed passenger flights to Iraq, restoring services to Baghdad, Basra and Erbil following the airline’s recent announcement of services returning across the Middle East. Qatar Airways temporarily halted flights to Iraq at the end of February amid regional tensions and airspace restrictions affecting several Middle Eastern countries.…
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Iraq Extends Airspace Closure for 72 hours
Civil aviation authorities have extended the closure of airspace for all arriving, departing and overflying aircraft for 72 hours, starting at 12:00 noon local time on Tuesday. The Iraqi Civil Aviation Authority said the decision will remain in effect until 12:00 noon on Friday as a temporary precautionary measure. The…
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A Remarkable Journey Through the Iraqi Marshes with Zoe
When people imagine Iraq, they rarely picture wetlands stretching to the horizon, narrow boats gliding between tall reeds, or families welcoming visitors with fresh buffalo cream and warm bread at sunrise. Yet in the southern Iraqi marshes, life continues to exist much as it has for centuries: quietly and uninterrupted.…
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Iraq Extends Airspace Closure for 72 Hours
The Iraqi Civil Aviation Authority (ICAA) has extended the closure of the country’s airspace for all incoming, outgoing, and transit flights until Friday, March 13, 12:00 noon local time, citing ongoing assessments of regional security developments. The temporary suspension began at 12:00 noon on Tuesday and was initially set for…
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Iraqi Airways Suspends Flights and Strengthens Staff Communication
On 1 March 2026, Iraqi Airways announced the temporary suspension of its flights due to ongoing security developments and the closure of regional airspace. The company confirmed that it is closely monitoring the situation in coordination with the Civil Aviation Authority and relevant authorities. Flights will resume once normal operations…
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New Iraq and Germany Cooperation Agreement Aims for 10 Million Tourists
In a recent development, the Iraqi Tourism Authority has partnered with The German Society for International Cooperation (GIZ) with a collective aim of drawing 10 million tourists to Iraq in 2026. This comes as part of Iraq’s ongoing efforts to boost their tourism economy, with this program set to maintain…
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Baghdad on Course for Economic Boost After Opening of Iraq Mall
The brand new Iraq Mall was opened earlier this week, establishing the foundations for an economic boost across Iraq, particularly in Baghdad. The opening is setting an important commercial milestone in the capital Baghdad. In this mall multiple fashion brands, both national and international, have opened stores making it a…
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Iraq and Saudi Arabia Move to Boost Tourism Cooperation
Iraq and Saudi Arabia have discussed strengthening bilateral tourism cooperation and activating existing memoranda of understanding, as Saudi Arabia’s Minister of Tourism signaled plans to visit Baghdad in the near future. The head of the Iraqi Tourism Authority, Eng. Nasser Ghanem Murad, met with Saudi Minister of Tourism Ahmed Al-Khateeb…
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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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