NEWS
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The CMC Hosts UN Human Rights Office Acting Director
The head of the Communications and Media Commission (CMC) receives the Acting Director of the Human Rights Office at the United Nations Mission in Iraq. Dr. Ali Moayyed, the head of the CMC, received Mr. Robert White, the Acting Director of the Human Rights Office affiliated with the United Nations…
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International Women’s Day: Women Producers Exhibition at Dijlah Touristic Village
On the Friday of March 8th 2024, woman worldwide came together to honour International Women’s Day. In the heart of Baghdad’s Dijlah Touristic Village, a group of enterprising women curated an event: the Women’s Producers Exhibition and Bazaar. Led by Zahraa Al Ali and Ola Al Khafaji, the exhibition showcases an array…
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Ramadan’s Impact on the Economy: Insights for Financial Trends
The 11th of March marked the start of Ramadan in Iraq, with most people preparing weeks in advance for the Holy month. Because this month alters the typical daily schedule of practicing individuals, it is usually expected for the economy to slow down whilst the working rhythm changes, and practicing…
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Announcement: Partnership between Sputnik and IINA
The Iraq International News Agency is proud to announce its strategic partnership with Sputnik News agency and Radio. This collaboration aims to enhance news coverage and expand our reach across diverse topics and regions. Sputnik HQ is located in Moscow, with regional offices located in key regions and countries around…
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Mesaharaty Tradition: A Cultural Wake-Up Call
Baghdad – (iina) The sun is about to rise, and Muslims too. The call of Suhoor time is echoing on every street of the neighborhood. A loud voice and beating of a drum awaken the neighbours abrubptly, urging them to peek out from their door, still in their night gown.…
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Hajj Zabala: The Most Popular Juice Store In Baghdad
Hajj Zabala is a shop in Baghdad specialised in the production of fresh grape and is renowned as one of the city’s most iconic commercial establishments. It has a strong historical charm, despite its contemporary popularity, maintaining its traditional Baghdadi style and loyal customer base despite the various challenges that…
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Fudwat Arab Restaurants Offer Suhoor Meals
Baghdad – (iina) During Ramadan, restaurants in the neighbourhood of Fudwat Arab offer Suhoor meals to the citizens of Baghdad. Fudwat Arab neighborhood is an ancient district filled with architectures from the 1940s. The name ‘”Fudwat” comes from the word “open area” which describes the great space of the area…
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Abbasid Palace: Baghdad’s Majestic Legacy
The Abbasid Palace is recognised to be one of the most important heritage sites in Baghdad, located to the left bank of the Tigris River. It was built approximately between 1179 to 1225 AD by the Caliph Al-Nasser, which is towards the end of the Abbasid Dynasty. Entirely built with…
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Haydarkhana Mosque in Baghdad
The Haydarkhana mosque, constructed in 1826 under the supervision of Daoud, the Pasha of Baghdad, and subsequently refurbished in 1893 and 1920, is located within Baghdad’s al Rusafah neighbourhood, on al-Rasheed street. Despite its modest size, it is highly regarded for its exemplary Ottoman architectural style. The primary structure, crafted…
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Kahramana Arts Foundation presents Queens of Sumer
On International Womens’ Day, the Kahramana Arts Foundation proudly presented a group exhibition featuring a diverse array of artworks by talented artists from Iraq, the event took a captivating turn as participating artists adorned themselves as Sumerian Queens. Embracing Iraqi Sumerian, Akkadian, Assyrian, Babylonian, and folkloric designs, they embodied the…
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