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Iraq and Pakistan Reaffirm Strategic Partnership
President Abdul Latif Jamal Rashid and Pakistani President Asif Ali Zardari reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening bilateral relations and advancing mechanisms of mutual cooperation during high level official talks held at the Baghdad Palace, as part of the Pakistani president’s official visit to Iraq at the head of a senior…
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NEWS
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 and Turkey Strengthen International Land Transport to Boost Trade
The Joint Committee for International Land Transport between Iraq and Turkey met in Ankara to enhance bilateral cooperation and economic relations, with representatives from transport and trade authorities participating. The Iraqi delegation was led by Mr. Mortadha Karim Al-Shahmani, accompanied by Eng. Star Ouda and Eng. Israa Hanoun, while the…
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NEWS
Iraq Investors Rank Fifth in Turkey’s Property Market in November
Iraqi nationals continued to demonstrate strong engagement in Turkey’s real estate sector, ranking fifth among foreign property buyers in November, according to data released by the Turkish Statistical Institute (TURKSTAT). The figures highlight the resilience of Iraqi investment activity in the Turkish market despite ongoing regional and global economic pressures.…
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Tourism
Photos: Interview With Iraqi Tour Guide Husain Rasheed
Once Mesopotamia, the cradle of civilisation, Iraq is a land whose history has lived a thousand lives. Since reopening to tourism in 2021, the country has experienced a significant rise in international visitors, eager to rediscover its rich cultural and historical heritage. For the full interview with Husain Rasheed, a…
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Events
Opening of the First Digital Library in Baghdad
In a big step forward in the country’s journey towards knowledge advancement, Iraq has officially opened its first and largest digital library in Baghdad. The project comes as part of a comprehensive government vision, targeted towards strengthening digital governance and enabling easier access to knowledge resources, in particular for students…
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Tourism
Iraq’s Ancient Ur and Marshes Featured in Tourism Tour
The Iraqi Tourism Authority / Tourist Groups Department has organised a group tour experience, featuring the ancient city of Ur and the Marshes region, as part of collaborative efforts to boost domestic tourism in Iraq. The tour included landmarks of the most prominent historical landmarks of the city of Ur,…
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Heritage
Historic Saint Gregory Church Reopens in Baghdad
In anticipation of the upcoming Christmas traditions, the Church of Saint Gregory of the Armenian Orthodox in central Baghdad is now reopened following an inauguration by Prime Minister Al-Sudani. The church, a longstanding place of worship for Iraq’s Armenian Christian community, was undergoing a rehabilitation project for several years and…
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Tourism
Iraq – Beyond Your Imagination: Interview with Tour Guide Husain Rasheed
Home to Mesopotamia, the cradle of civilisation, and the famed ‘land between two rivers’, Iraq is a country with a rich and complex history, one that has often cast a shadow over its modern tourism potential. Husain Rasheed, originally from Babylon, has been working as a tour guide with The…
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