Young Iraqi football talent Yassin Ziyad Tariq has made headlines after a phenomenal season in the Netherlands' youth football league. The 11-year-old Dutch-Iraqi striker plays for SVW Gorinchem in the Utrecht province. His skill, determination, and consistent performance earned him the top scorer award.
Tariq finished the season with 28 goals. He led the scoring charts in his age group and...
Iraq seed bank project is now underway in Sulaymaniyah, marking a new era in regional food preservation efforts. This groundbreaking initiative protects Iraq’s ancient agricultural heritage.
Backed by the European Union, this effort is implemented through the FAO in partnership with the Iraqi government. The seed bank will store genetic resources vital for the country's future.
Importantly, the facility ensures long-term conservation...
Iraq Stock Exchange trading recorded a total of 22.7 billion Iraqi dinars in June. The market saw heavy activity across 17 sessions. More than 8.9 billion shares exchanged hands from 75 companies.
In total, traders completed 14,526 buy and sell transactions during the month. This volume reflected strong interest despite mixed market signals.
However, the main ISX60 index closed at 965.73 points....
Iraq firefighting aid mission is underway to help Syria in its battle against escalating wildfires. The Iraqi Interior Ministry has ordered 20 firefighting teams to assist Syria's efforts in Latakia governorate. These wildfires have ravaged large areas of forested land and threaten populated regions.
This deployment reflects a strong gesture of regional cooperation and humanitarian support. Iraq’s Civil Defense Directorate...
Iraq university innovation ranking saw a major boost in the 2025 WURI global report. The Ministry of Higher Education confirmed the strong showing of three Iraqi universities. Their advancement reflects Iraq's growing focus on educational quality and innovation.
According to the official statement, the 2025 WURI (World's Universities with Real Impact) ranking listed Basra University at number 263 globally. In addition,...
The Labubu keychain has recently stirred public concern in Erbil. On July 9, 2025, the Commercial Inspection Directorate confirmed the seizure of 4,000 keychains. According to Hogir Ali, the director, these items were banned for both economic and cultural reasons.
To begin with, families are facing financial pressure. These keychains come in various colors, making children demand specific ones. Parents...
Journalist protection global concern became a central focus during the Global Media Forum held in Bonn, Germany. The event addressed rising violence against media workers in occupied territories, especially those targeted by extremist settlers.
A high-level Iraqi delegation attended the forum. The team, led by Iraqi Media Network President Karim Hammadi, included overseas journalists and international bureau chiefs. Their participation highlighted...
Baghdad airport renovation efforts are gaining momentum as Iraq moves forward with major infrastructure upgrades. The Ministry of Transport selected ten international consortiums to compete for the project. This step marks a significant milestone in modernizing Iraq’s primary international gateway.
Importantly, the project uses a public-private partnership (PPP) model. According to officials, the Request for Proposals (RFP) is now active....
Iraq tourism potential is rising rapidly, especially in religious hubs and Kurdistan cities. However, historical tourism continues to lag far behind.
Recent data from Iraq’s statistics agency shows that the tourism sector saw major gains in 2023. Over 2,400 hotels were active across the country. This marks an 86% growth over ten years. Moreover, hotel revenues hit 695 billion Iraqi...
Iraq plans to launch the Ain Al-Iraq App as part of its digital transformation plan. This smart tool aims to simplify daily services for citizens. It will offer full access to Interior Ministry services from mobile phones.
Major General Adey Samir leads the General Traffic Directorate. He explained that the Ain Al-Iraq App will include traffic, ID, and vehicle services. Citizens will no longer...