The fifth edition of the Ramadan Table Tennis Championship recently wrapped up at the Martyr Sabah Al-Karaawi Forum in Najaf, bringing together 65 players from diverse backgrounds, including amateurs, seasoned athletes, employees, and athletes with disabilities. The four-day event attracted participants from various governorates, showcasing the community's shared enthusiasm for the sport.
Muslim Al-Waeli, a coach with the Najaf Paralympic...
Iraqi military leaders continue to recognize the bravery of security forces in major counterterrorism operations. In a recent event, Deputy Commander of Joint Operations, General Qais Al-Muhammadi, and Counter-Terrorism Chief, General Karim Al-Tamimi, honored the forces responsible for a critical mission in Rutba Desert.
A Major Victory Against Terrorism
The successful operation in Rutba Desert led to the elimination of Abdullah...
Baghdad, Iraq - On Monday, police in the Rusafa district arrested four individuals for using narcotics in public parks in the Zayouna area.According to Rusafa Police, security forces acted on intelligence reports about drug activity in the area and apprehended the suspects, who were found with drug packets in their possession.This incident comes just a day after Iraq's interior...
Baghdad, Iraq - President Abdul Latif Jamal Rashid extended his congratulations to the Mandaeans on Monday in celebration of the Festival of Creation (Brunaya), commending their commitment to national unity.
In a message shared on social media, Rashid expressed: "We send our heartfelt congratulations and best wishes to the Mandaean community on the occasion of the Festival of Creation,...
Damac recently hosted a special Ramadan Suhoor event in Baghdad, titled "Damac Nights." The gathering highlighted key achievements and recognized top-performing companies in the real estate market. The event brought together leading brokerage firms, with over 270 agents, media representatives, and senior executives in attendance.
During the event, Damac emphasized its commitment to long-term partnerships. As the company expands across...
Iraq has been ranked 37th globally for pollution in the 2025 Pollution Index, according to a report by Numbeo. The country scored 71.5 out of 100, positioning it 6th among Arab nations in terms of pollution levels. This ranking highlights the environmental challenges Iraq faces in addressing pollution, which is a growing concern for public health and quality of...
The Independent High Electoral Commission has confirmed that biometric registration is still open in 1,079 registration centers. Meanwhile, the commission is considering replacing the voter card with the national ID card in future elections. Additionally, it has set a timeline for updating the voter registry.
Spokesperson Jumana Al-Ghalai stated, "The commission continues preparations for the upcoming parliamentary elections." She emphasized...
The agricultural sector is experiencing significant changes as new regulations expand leasing opportunities. Under updated policies, more than 23 million dunams of farmland are now available for lease across the country. This expansion aims to support agricultural development and investment.
Ali Hamoud Al-Shammari, Director of the Agricultural Lands Department, confirmed that the total leased farmland exceeds 23 million dunams. He...
The Najaf Criminal Court sentenced three drug dealers to life imprisonment for trafficking illegal substances. The court’s ruling followed their involvement in the sale of narcotics.
The convicted men were arrested with over a kilogram of drugs, including hashish and methamphetamine. Additionally, authorities seized 48 drug pills, which were intended for sale to users. They also found two electronic scales...
The Ministry of Labor and Social Affairs confirmed on Sunday that investment companies must follow the employment rule, which requires hiring one Iraqi worker for every foreign worker. This regulation aims to protect local jobs and ensure fair employment opportunities.
Ministry spokesperson Hassan Khawam stated that many investment companies have unregistered workers who are not included in the social security system....