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Iraq races to restore ancient Ziggurat of Ur amid threat of climate erosion - report
In a video published in early May, Reuters revealed that the Iraqi government had announced an initial budget of $382,000 to restore the ziggurat. The work will reportedly be completed by July 2026.
Iraq condemns drone attacks on Saudi Arabia amid US pressure on Iranian-backed militias
Justice in Baghdad: Iraq convicts notorious Saddam Hussein-era torturer
Saudi airstrikes targeted militias in Iraq during war with Iran
Iraq worries about rising tensions with US following Hegseth call
The US Secretary of War reportedly called his Iraqi counterpart to issue its "sternest warning yet" to Baghdad.
Iraq approaches critical Nov. 11 elections, set to deploy nearly 200,000 security personnel
The elections are important because Iraq is undergoing a transitional phase.
Iraq, Turkey sign deal on Iraqi water infrastructure projects
The initial batch of projects will include three water harvesting dams and three land reclamation initiatives, according to an Iraqi water resources official.
Iraq says 185 antiquities seized in Britain as clampdown on looted heritage widens
'The Iraqi cultural attache in London formally informed the ministry about the seizure of the 185 artifacts. Archaeological experts subsequently confirmed their Iraqi origin.'
Sunni candidate killed ahead of Iraq’s November parliamentary elections
This is the most high-profile assassination of these elections and the most high-profile attack in Iraq in recent memory.
IRGC chief visits Baghdad over fears of Iraqi instability - analysis
Qaani met with top Shiite leaders in Baghdad to contain internal splits and preserve Iran's influence in Iraq ahead of parliamentary elections.
Iraqi police, paramilitary fighters clash outside government building in Baghdad
The clash broke out in Baghdad's Karkh district after a group of fighters from the Popular Mobilisation Forces (PMF) stormed a government building.
As drone attacks target northern Iraq's Kurds, West urges Baghdad to act - analysis
The Kurdistan autonomous region is growing increasingly frustrated with Baghdad’s response. The leaders have likely communicated this to their Western allies.
Whose mystery drones are targeting radar sites at Iraq military bases? - analysis
Iraq has tried to avoid being sucked into the recent conflict. Its airspace was closed, and it expressed concern to Iran and other countries.
Iran reportedly withdrawing IRGC commanders from Baghdad, driven by US airstrikes
Iran has had advisers in Iraq in the past, especially in the war against ISIS. Now, Iraqi sources informed Arab media that there could be several
