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Events
Graham Arnold Announces Final 2026 World Cup Squad
Graham Arnold has finalised Iraq’s squad for the 2026 World Cup, their first appearance at the tournament since 1986. The Australian coach has largely stuck with the players who got them there by defeating Bolivia 2-1 in the intercontinental playoffs at the end of March. The squad is currently training…
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Environment
Minister of Environment Discusses Climate Solutions with French Ambassador
Iraq’s Minister of Environment, Sarwa Abdulwahid, has met with French Ambassador to Iraq, Patrick Durel, to discuss ways of deepening environmental cooperation between the two countries. The talks covered water treatment, wastewater management, air pollution and climate change, reflecting Iraq’s urgent need for international support as it wrestles with some…
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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 Joins Global Telecom Regulation Summit in Ankara
Iraq’s Communication and Media Commission (CMC) is participating the Global Symposium for Regulators (GSR) in Ankara this week, a major international gathering focused on telecommunications regulation and digital technology. The Iraqi delegation is headed by head of the CMC’s executive body, Mr. Balegh Abu Kalal and includes three members of…
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Government and UN Agencies Unite to Address Tanjaro River Pollution
A high-level workshop has brought together Iraqi government officials, UN agencies and private sector representatives in the North-Eastern city of Sulaymaniyah as part of a renewed push to address pollution in the Tanjaro river, one of the region’s most pressing environmental concerns. The event was organised by the Ministry of…
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Huawei Expands Iraq Infrastructure With New Power System
Chinese tech-giant Huawei has recently deployed a high-capacity power backup solution in Iraq. Designed for mission-critical operations, the system focuses on reliability, scalability, and continuous power supply. The initiative adds to Huawei’s ongoing work across Iraq in digital infrastructure, energy systems, and technical training. In the collaboration between Huawei Digital…
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President Amedi Calls for Stronger Support for Iraq’s Arts
President Nizar Amedi has called for greater support for Iraq’s cultural sector, stressing that investment in the arts is critical to reinforcing national identity and social cohesion. The remarks came during a meeting at Al-Salam Palace in Baghdad with representatives of the Iraqi Scientific Society of the Arts (ISSA), where…
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Development
Iraq Takes Stand Against Child Labour With Shafak Foundation
The Ministry of Youth and Sports, in cooperation with the Shafaq Foundation for Human Rights, has organized the launch of the National Guidelines for Combating Child Labour. The guide is meant to show an alliance in governmental organizations and human rights organizations to help ensure that children are provided with…
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Iraqi Embassy Hosts Key Talks on History and Heritage
A recent meeting between senior Iraqi diplomatic and academic figures in London has highlighted ongoing efforts to document Iraq’s recent history while reinforcing its scholarly and cultural presence abroad. His Excellency Dr. Salih Husain Ali Al-Tamimi, Ambassador of the Republic of Iraq to the United Kingdom, received Dr. Aqeel Ghalib…
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