Iraq
Holy shrines in Iraq host celebrations in honor of Imam al-Hasan Al-Mujtaba’s birth
March 16, 2025
Holy shrines in Iraq host celebrations in honor of Imam al-Hasan Al-Mujtaba’s birth
The holy shrine of Imam Ali, peace be upon him, in Holy Najaf has been beautifully decorated with 25,000 high-quality fresh flowers in celebration of the birth anniversary of Imam al-Hasan al-Mujtaba, peace be upon him, marked today, 15th of…
Head of ISIS in Iraq, Syria killed, Iraqi prime minister says
March 15, 2025
Head of ISIS in Iraq, Syria killed, Iraqi prime minister says
The Iraqi prime minister has announced the death of the head of Daesh in Iraq and Syria, following an operation conducted by the Iraqi national intelligence service in collaboration with US-led coalition forces, Arab News reported. Prime Minister Mohammed Shia…
Iraq announces $100 million tourist city project in Holy Najaf
March 14, 2025
Iraq announces $100 million tourist city project in Holy Najaf
The Iraqi Ministry of Culture, Tourism, and Antiquities has unveiled plans for a $100 million integrated tourist city in Holy Najaf as part of efforts to boost the country’s tourism sector. Nasser Ghanem Murad, head of the Tourism Authority, stated…
Iraq Faces Water Scarcity Amid Climate Challenges
March 12, 2025
Iraq Faces Water Scarcity Amid Climate Challenges
Iraq is currently experiencing a “phase of water scarcity,” according to Torhan al-Mufti, the Iraqi prime minister’s advisor on water affairs, Rudaw reported. He attributes this situation to severe climate conditions, unregulated groundwater management, and heavy reliance on neighboring countries…
Iraq: Holy Karbala sees heavy rainfall as pilgrims revive first Friday of holy Ramadan
March 7, 2025
Iraq: Holy Karbala sees heavy rainfall as pilgrims revive first Friday of holy Ramadan
Iraq is witnessing heavy rainfall and dropping temperatures, with the holy city of Karbala experiencing significant downpours as pilgrims mark the first Friday of the holy month of Ramadan near the holy shrines of Imam Hussein and his brother al-Abbas.…
UN: Iraq hosts over 300,000 refugees amid funding shortfall
March 7, 2025
UN: Iraq hosts over 300,000 refugees amid funding shortfall
Iraq is home to 338,138 registered refugees and asylum seekers, with 90% being Syrians, according to a UNHCR report. The majority (85%) live in Kurdistan, while 15% are in central and southern Iraq, mainly Baghdad, Kirkuk, and Nineveh. The report…
Iraq Unveils Plans for 1,000 MW Solar Power Plant in Basra
March 7, 2025
Iraq Unveils Plans for 1,000 MW Solar Power Plant in Basra
Iraq’s electricity ministry announced the construction of a significant solar power plant in Basra province, set to produce 1,000 megawatts of electricity, Rudaw reported. The project, named Basra Sun, will be the largest solar facility in the country, covering an…
Iraq begins exhumation of largest mass grave in Nineveh
March 6, 2025
Iraq begins exhumation of largest mass grave in Nineveh
Authorities in Iraq have started work on reopening Khasfa Pit, the country’s largest mass grave, where thousands of victims were executed by ISIS during its control of Mosul. Nineveh Governor Abdulqadir Al-Dakhil announced the project on Wednesday, stating that ISIS…
Iraq suspends repatriation of nationals from Al-Hol Camp
March 6, 2025
Iraq suspends repatriation of nationals from Al-Hol Camp
Iraq’s Ministry of Migration and Displacement has suspended the repatriation of its citizens from Syria’s Al-Hol camp for up to six months, a spokesperson announced Wednesday. Ali Abbas, the ministry’s representative, told media outlets that the pause will allow authorities…
Ongoing development of “Ya Hussein” and “Ya Ali” roads to serve Karbala pilgrims
March 5, 2025
Ongoing development of “Ya Hussein” and “Ya Ali” roads to serve Karbala pilgrims
Iraqi engineering and technical teams continue their dedicated efforts to implement the rehabilitation and development project for the “Ya Hussein” and “Ya Ali” roads along the Karbala-Najaf route. The project is part of the infrastructure development plan for mass pilgrimage…