Monday, July 28, 2025
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The Iraqi football transfer surge has picked up momentum as clubs across the country rush to reinforce their squads before the league kicks off. Teams are working aggressively to finalize deals and prepare for what promises to be a highly competitive season. Newly promoted Al-Gharraf made bold moves by signing Tunisian defender Wael Ben Othman from Newroz for one season. Additionally, Tunisian midfielder...
Water shortages spark protests in several Iraqi provinces as the crisis worsens under rising temperatures and prolonged drought. Iraq, home to 46 million people, is now facing one of its worst water shortages in decades. On Friday, more than 300 residents from Babylon's al-Majriyeh village gathered near Hilla to voice their outrage. They held banners and chanted slogans, demanding government action....
The Baghdad embezzlement case involving a former employee of the General Traffic Directorate has ended in a life sentence. Iraq’s Federal Commission of Integrity revealed that the Rusafa Criminal Court handed down two lifetime imprisonment sentences for the crimes. The court found the convict guilty of stealing over 10 billion Iraqi dinars from public funds. It also ordered him to repay the...
The Iraqi passport ranks low, landing in the 97th position in the latest Henley Passport Index. This ranking places it among the least powerful passports worldwide. Only a few countries—such as Syria and Afghanistan—fall below Iraq in global mobility. Currently, Iraqis can travel visa-free or obtain a visa on arrival in just about 30 countries. This restriction greatly limits movement for...
Iraq’s Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Planning, Mohammed Ali Tamim, highlighted the country’s ongoing struggles on Monday. He focused on the severe challenges caused by climate change and Iraq’s water shortage. At the 2025 High-Level Political Forum on Sustainable Development, held by the United Nations in New York, Tamim spoke about Iraq’s urgent need to address these issues. The...
The recent surge in Iraq traffic offenses spike is alarming, with authorities recording more than 12,000 violations in just one day. The Iraqi Ministry of Interior revealed these figures on Sunday, emphasizing the country’s ongoing struggle to enforce traffic laws effectively. Miqdad Miri, the Ministry’s spokesperson, reported that on Saturday alone, the authorities recorded exactly 12,150 traffic violations. This sharp rise highlights...
Modern irrigation system distribution is helping Iraq transform its agricultural sector. For the third year in a row, the country achieved wheat self-sufficiency. This marks a significant victory for the Ministry of Agriculture and Iraqi farmers alike. According to Mahdi Saher Al-Jubouri, Deputy Minister of Agriculture, this success resulted from adopting modern techniques. The modern irrigation system distribution played a crucial role in...
The Iraq aviation companies return marks a significant milestone, as seven major global airlines resume flights in Iraqi airspace. The General Company for Air Navigation Services, affiliated with Iraq’s Ministry of Transport, announced this development on Monday. This progress clearly reflects rising international confidence in Iraq’s air navigation services. Abbas Sabbar Al-Baydani, Director-General of the company, explained that this return of international...
the Holy Shrine in Karbala issued a detailed list of Arbaeen Processions Guidelines to manage the growing number of participating mourning groups. These new regulations, released on Saturday, aim to ensure safety, cleanliness, and religious authenticity during the Arbaeen pilgrimage. Each procession must maintain a clean environment. Organizers must place waste bins near service areas and monitor hygiene during cooking and animal...
Iraqi Taekwondo Team Victory took center stage as Iraq’s youth and junior teams delivered a stellar performance in Amman, Jordan. At the Al-Faris Championship, they won 12 medals, showcasing exceptional talent and preparation. The team brought home six gold and six silver medals. These results highlight their progress and determination during this competitive regional event. According to the Iraqi Olympic Committee,...