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Tourism
Discovering Iraq: Interview with Author Karen Dabrowska
In this interview, we delve into the fascinating journey of author Karen Dabrowska, whose passion for Iraq’s cultural heritage has led her to write multiple books on the subject, including the notable Iraq: Then & Now: A Guide to the Country and Its People. She recounts how her initial trip to…
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Religion
Ashura Across Iraq: Millions Mark Martyrdom
Ashura is one of the most significant religious events in Iraq, observed annually by millions of Shia Muslims. It commemorates the martyrdom of Imam Hussein, the grandson of the Prophet Muhammad, at the Battle of Karbala in 680 AD. The city of Karbala becomes the focal point of these observances,…
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Entertainment
Iraqi Workshop Examines TV Drama’s Cultural Impact
Under the patronage of Minister Dr. Ahmed Fakak Al-Badrani, the Ministry of Culture’s Cultural Development Department held a workshop on the influence of television drama on public opinion. Key outcomes from the event included the emphasis on drama’s role in shaping societal values and its potential as a tool for…
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Transport
Enhanced Safety Measures through Civil Defense Collaboration
On Tuesday, the Ministry of Transport, led by Ahmed Khalaf Banyan, Director General of the Administrative and Financial Department, held a crucial meeting with key officials, including Brigadier Rashid Thabit Rashid, Director General of Civil Defense in Rusafa. The meeting aimed to strengthen safety protocols and collaborative efforts between the…
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Sport
Zara Makes History: First Dressage Rider for Iraq
Zara Murad, an equestrian from Shropshire, has made history by representing Iraq in its first-ever international dressage competition at the NAF Five Star Hartpury Festival of Dressage. Competing in the Hazlewoods CDI1* Prix St-Georges with her 17.3hh chestnut Irish Draught gelding Allegro (Leggy) , she scored 61.794%. Zara, who took…
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Transport
Jamila Overpass Opens as Part of Baghdad’s Traffic Relief Plan
The Ministry of Construction, Housing, Municipalities, and Public Works has announced the opening of the Jamila overpass, which extends along the Army Canal, for vehicle traffic. According to a statement reported by the Iraq International News Agency, the overpass is now operational, facilitating traffic from the Jamila area. This overpass…
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Oil and Gas
Efforts to Modernise Oil Operations and Enhance Services
The Deputy Prime Minister for Energy Affairs highlighted the need to adopt liquefied gas fuel over petrol or diesel due to its economic and environmental benefits. This statement was made during his visit to the General Company for Gas Filling and Services in Taji, accompanied by the Deputy Minister for…
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Arts, Culture and Events
Ministry of Planning Employees Win Prestigious Iraq Creativity Awards
Two employees from the Ministry of Planning have been honoured with awards at the National Job Day Festival, held under the auspices of the Council of Ministers. The Council of Ministers’ decree committee recognised 130 outstanding employees from various government departments across Iraq with the Iraq Creativity Award for Job…
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Education
Anbar University Unveils Modern Lecture Halls
The Ministry of Planning announced today that its specialised teams conducted an on-site visit to the project for constructing lecture halls for the Colleges of Administration, Economics, and Petrochemicals at the University of Anbar. The project involves constructing several buildings of various sizes, each equipped with lecture halls, administrative offices,…
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Culture
Iraq Retrieves 181 Smuggled Ancient Artifacts
Iraq recently celebrated the return of 181 smuggled archaeological artifacts in a significant ceremony held at the Iraqi Ministry of Foreign Affairs. The artifacts, which include a variety of historically significant pieces such as a bronze figure and ancient skeletal remains, were illegally taken from Iraq and recovered from locations…
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