Iraq’s Sistani meets with UN envoy, urges reforms, regional stability Grand Ayatollah Ali al-Sistani, Iraq’s leading Shiite authority, met with UNAMI chief Mohammad al-Hassan in Najaf to discuss Iraq’s challenges and the UN’s supportive role. Nov. 04, 2024 News
Morocco seeks compensation from Iraq for farmers displaced by Gulf Wars Morocco is seeking reparations from Iraq on behalf of Moroccan farmers forced to abandon their work and property in Iraq during the Gulf Wars. Nov. 03, 2024 News
Rivers, rain and snow: Iraq’s water situation Recent expert reports paint a dire picture of rising temperatures, extreme weather events, water scarcity, land degradation, pollution and biodiversity loss Nov. 03, 2024 Articles
Iraqi officials meet NATO, French commanders to strengthen security cooperation and training Iraqi security and military officials on Saturday met with commanders of NATO and French Forces in the region to reinforce security coordination and partnerships. Nov. 03, 2024 News
‘We all have dreams’: Basra’s ThreeAin rock band stands out ThreeAin formed in 2021. Initially, members practiced at home or in other public spaces, but faced difficulties due to family disapproval of loud music and societal stigma associated with public musical performances. Nov. 02, 2024 Features
Iraqi TV presenter fired over guest’s apparent queer remarks As Iraq continues its crackdown on homosexuality, a TV show host was fired for potentially queer remarks made by one of his guests Nov. 02, 2024 Articles
Iraq to open new tumor treatment center, launch expanded cancer prevention efforts Iraqi Minister of Health Saleh al-Hasnawi announced the imminent opening of a new center for treatment of tumors as part of a national plan to enhance specialized healthcare. Oct. 31, 2024 News
Mandalawi calls for ‘large attendance’ for session to vote on Iraqi parliament speaker The Iraqi parliament's acting speaker stressed the need to vote on a new speaker on Thursday, a process which has been delayed for nearly a year. Oct. 31, 2024 News
Iraqi Shiite party says unlikely to appoint new speaker on Thursday The Iraqi parliament will enter a two-month-long legislative recess in the coming days. Rudaini said it is likely that settling the speakership will be delayed until after that period once the legislature resumes its sessions. Oct. 30, 2024 Articles