Iraq
Iraqi PM inaugurates “Ya Hussein” road in Dhi Qar Governorate
January 8, 2024
Iraqi PM inaugurates “Ya Hussein” road in Dhi Qar Governorate
In the presence of Iraq’s Prime Minister, Muhammad Shaya’a al-Sudani, and other officials and local residents, Dhi Qar governorate in southern Iraq witnessed today Monday the opening of “Ya Hussein” road project. This project, with a total length of three…
Directorate of Roads and Bridges in Holy Karbala begins paving process of Ayenul-Tamur road
January 8, 2024
Directorate of Roads and Bridges in Holy Karbala begins paving process of Ayenul-Tamur road
The Directorate of Roads and Bridges in Holy Karbala, Iraq, has announced the beginning of the paving process of Ayenul-Tamur road, one of the routes the pilgrims to Imam Hussein Holy Shrine on the Holy Arba’een take on their on-foot…
Iraq to launch 47th session of Baghdad International Fair next Wednesday
January 7, 2024
Iraq to launch 47th session of Baghdad International Fair next Wednesday
The Iraqi Ministry of Commerce announced today, Sunday, the launching date of the the activities of the Baghdad International Fair, in its new session. Director General of Planning and Supervision at the Ministry, Talib Hassan Nama, said in a statement…
Shia Muslims set out from southern Iraq towards Baghdad to commemorate martyrdom of Imam Al-Kadhim
January 7, 2024
Shia Muslims set out from southern Iraq towards Baghdad to commemorate martyrdom of Imam Al-Kadhim
One month ahead of the painful martyrdom anniversary of Imam Musa Al-Kadhim, peace be upon him, large crowds of Shia followers of Ahlulbayt, peace be upon them, began walking from southern Iraq to the capital, Baghdad. The pilgrims have begun…
Security stability, economic recovery boost tourism in Iraq
January 3, 2024
Security stability, economic recovery boost tourism in Iraq
According to a report recently published by the independent website “iol”, Iraq has reached a state of recovery and openness to the world to attract tourists and visitors who wish to visit its holy cities, its cultural landmarks and its…
Final results of Iraq’s provincial council elections announced
December 29, 2023
Final results of Iraq’s provincial council elections announced
Four Iraqi coalitions got the largest number of seats in provincial polls earlier this month, according to the Independent High Electoral Commission announcement late Thursday. The Nabni coalition, led by Hadi Al-Amiri, won 43 out of 275 seats, followed by…
Turkish airstrikes destroy 14 PKK-affiliated targets in northern Iraq
December 21, 2023
Turkish airstrikes destroy 14 PKK-affiliated targets in northern Iraq
Aerial strikes by the Turkish Air Forces Command destroyed 14 PKK-linked targets in northern Iraq on Wednesday, killing many members of the group, according to Türkiye’s National Defense Ministry. The targets were located in the Gara, Hakurk and Qandil regions…
Iraqi-French agreement on museum development, Islamic artifacts
December 20, 2023
Iraqi-French agreement on museum development, Islamic artifacts
Iraqi museum experts discussed with the management of the French Louvre Museum the mechanisms for developing museum cultural and scientific programs and using their invaluable contents to introduce important human heritage, most notably the artifacts of the ancient Islamic civilization.…
Iraq: ISIS terrorist sentenced to death for committing terrorist operations
December 18, 2023
Iraq: ISIS terrorist sentenced to death for committing terrorist operations
The Anbar Criminal Court sentenced an ISIS terrorist to death for carrying out various terrorist operations. The Judicial Gazette reported that the terrorist was tasked with bringing weapons and explosives into the Abu Ghraib area from the city of Fallujah.…
UN report on ISIS crimes against women in Iraq is incomplete, observers say
December 14, 2023
UN report on ISIS crimes against women in Iraq is incomplete, observers say
Observers stated to the digital content of the Iraqi Center for Documentation of Extremist Crimes that the report issued by the United Nations investigative team “UNITAD” is incomplete, as it overlooked the documented crimes committed against Shia Turkmen women in…