Lujain Elbaldawi

Lujain Elbaldawi is an Iraqi instructor who focuses on multiculturalism, national reconciliation and peace-making. On Twitter: @elbaldawi

Iraq | Jun 30, 2022

YouTube influencers discover Iraq

The most famous content producers on YouTube, including artists, media professionals, and other prominent social media figures, recently visited Iraq.

Dear Alyne screenshot from her trip to Iraq in the video "Is Iraq Dangerous?!"

Iraq | May 27, 2022

Renowned Iraqi poet Muzaffar al-Nawab dies

The death of revered Iraqi poet Muzaffar al-Nawab, has stirred controversy in the Iraqi street between the admirers of his poetry and the critics of his alleged 'immoral' stances.

Iraq | Oct 1, 2020

Iraqi protests hit one year mark

On the anniversary of the start of Iraq's massive protests, Iraqis are preparing for a new wave of demonstrations in Baghdad and other cities.

Iraqi demonstrators carry the portraits of slain protesters during a demonstration in Tahrir Square in the centre of Iraq's capital Baghdad on October 1, 2020, commemorating the first anniversary of the massive decentralised anti-government protest movement against unemployment, poor public services, and endemic corruption. - Back in October 2019, unprecedented protests demanded the fall of Iraq's ruling class. One year on, with a new government in place and nearly 600 protesters killed, almost nothing has

Iraq | Sep 1, 2020

Iraqi Jews want to regain their citizenship

As the region witnesses a wave of normalization with Israel, Iraqi Jews demand restoration of their citizenship.

Iraq | Jul 28, 2020

Assassinations, kidnappings shake Baghdad

Journalists and activists fear being targeted as another wave of protests and violence occur in Iraq.

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Iraq | Apr 23, 2020

Iraq's health system meets the challenge of coronavirus

Coronavirus inflections in Iraq are decreasing, prompting the government to gradually ease the curfew and lockdown.

Iraq | Mar 31, 2020

Iraqi government calls on civil society to fight COVID-19

Iraqi civil society is offering its help and support to the Iraqi government in fighting the coronavirus.

Iraq | Mar 19, 2020

Is Iraq taking necessary measures to prevent COVID-19 spread?

Iraqi authorities are taking strict measures to prevent the spread of coronavirus.

Saudi Arabia | Mar 5, 2020

Have Iraqi religious centers contributed to the spread of coronavirus?

With the increase in the number of coronavirus victims in Iraq, the role of religious centers in curbing the spread of COVID-19 has come under scrutiny.