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Iraq’s Ancient Marshes Are Running Out of Time
Water buffalo gently glide through shallow water canals that snake throughout Iraq’s southern Mesopotamian Marshes, their ...
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Iraq Lowers Age of Marriage For Girls To Nine, Sparks Outrage
Iraq passes shocking amendments allowing child marriage from age nine, sparking international human rights criticism and deep ...
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5,000-year-old artifacts in Iraq hint at mysterious collapse of one of the world's 1st governments
The bowls, which were unearthed at an early archaeological site in Iraq, are thought to have held savory meals given in exchange for labor in ancient Mesopotamia. But the site was eventually ...
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Modern-day 'cultural Sinbad' spreads literature across Iraq
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Iraq passes law that will allow child marriage, critics warn: 'Disastrous'
The amendments to Iraq's personal status law allow clerics to rule on marriages based on their interpretation of Islamic law.
Iraqi lawmakers pass a bill that critics say legalizes child marriage
Iraq’s parliament passed three divisive laws Tuesday, including amendments to the country’s personal status law that opponents say would in effect legalize child marriage.
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Iraq cultural scene deteriorates further
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Iraq Passes Law Critics Say Could Legalize Child Marriage
Opponents to the amendments say they effectively legalize child marriage in Iraq and mark a significant step backward for women's rights in the country. The passage of the amendments also sets a ...
Archaeologists Discover Ancient Artifacts in Iraq, Unlocking Secrets of Mesopotamia
Artefacts at Kurd Qaburstan are offering rare insights into Mesopotamian urban life and culture during the Middle Bronze Age ...
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Saudi’s Kyan Café opens first branch in Iraq, expanding into Basra
Saudi Arabia’s beloved Kyan Café has made its debut in Iraq, opening its first branch in Basra. This milestone marks Kyan’s ...
Iraq retrieves Assyrian panel from Britain
Iraq's Ministry of Culture, Tourism, and Antiquities announced Friday the recovery of an ancient Assyrian panel from Britain.