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The Boy from Baghdad: From Waziriyah to Westminster by Nadhim Zahawi review – an unlikely journey

The disgraced ex-chancellor’s bullish memoir makes much of the obstacles he overcame to hold a number of ministerial posts, but how does he square his support for migrants with his presence in cabinets so hostile to refugees?

The Guardian - UK

The unbelievable boxing tale of Maurice ‘Termite’ Watkins: from Muhammad Ali’s undercard to Baghdad

Watkins coached the Iraq boxing team at the Athens Olympics

The Independent UK

Iraqi law that may allow child marriage sparks protests

Demonstrations opposing the new law have been held in Baghdad, Basra, Kirkuk and Najaf

Evening Standard

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Kim Sengupta was brave and determined, but also smart and resilient

Patrick Cockburn – a longtime colleague of Kim – remembers a courageous correspondent always determined to get as much fun as possible out of the direst situation

The Independent UK

Mohammed Sami review – phenomenal paintings send depth charges through Churchill’s home

The Baghdad-born artist’s paintings tell a counter story to the state rooms of the building – not of the glory of victory in battle, but of mess, pain and trauma

The Guardian - UK

From Baghdad to Paris, Ahmed Kelly still making waves

Born in Baghdad, Ahmed Kelly became an Australian citizen in 2009 and is determined to bring home a gold medal for his adopted nation at his fourth Paralympics.

AAP

Iraqis Flock To River Or Ice Rink To Escape Searing Heat

In the sizzling Baghdad heat, Mussa Abdallah takes to the Tigris river during the day to cool off, while others opt for ice skating to escape the relentless temperatures.

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Iraq Counts Cost Of Stray Bullets Fired In Anger Or Joy

At weddings, football matches and other special events, some Iraqi men like to fire salvos of celebratory gunfire into the sky, worrying little about where the bullets might fall.

International Business Times

Former Isis leader was subjected to sexual torture in US military prison in Iraq, widow says

Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi was ‘religious but not extremist’ but changed after detention in Camp Bucca, Umm Hudaifa claims

The Independent UK

Attacks on businesses linked to US brands rattle Baghdad as anger over the war in Gaza surges

A flurry of recent attacks in Iraq, apparently orchestrated by supporters of Iran-backed, anti-American militias, reflect surging anger against the United States, Israel’s top ally, over the war in Gaza

The Independent UK

Three Iraqis Remember IS Horrors In Mosul A Decade On

When the Islamic State group rampaged through Iraq's ancient city of Mosul a decade ago, the jihadists killed thousands, upended countless more lives and left deep scars among the survivors.

International Business Times

UN Mission In Iraq To End After Two Decades

At the request of Baghdad, the UN Security Council unanimously decided Friday that the United Nations political mission in Iraq will leave the country at the end of 2025 after more than 20 years.

International Business Times

How the world could have looked: the most spectacular buildings that were never made

A mega egg in Paris, a hovering hotel in Machu Picchu, an hourglass tower in New York, a pleasure island in Baghdad … we reveal the architectural visions that were just too costly – or too weird

The Guardian - UK

Doing the Baghdad walk: art tour highlights creativity in the heart of Iraq

Annual tour shows war-torn capital is still alive with invention and reflection

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Iraqi Social Media Star Umm Fahad Shot Dead In Baghdad

Iraqi social media stars Umm Fahad and Noor Alsaffar tragically shot dead in Baghdad, sparking investigations and raising concerns about influencer safety.

Al Jazeera

Iraqi TikTok star Om Fahad shot dead in Baghdad night attack

The influencer, who had hundreds of thousands of followers, had been sentenced to six months in prison last year.

France 24

Strike on Iraq gas complex kills at least four Yemeni workers

Four Yemeni workers were killed in a drone attack on an Emirati-owned gas complex in Iraq's northern autonomous region of Kurdistan on Friday, local authorities said.

International Business Times

Turkey's Erdogan In Iraq To Talk Security, Water And Oil

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan was in neighbouring Iraq on Monday for his first state visit there in years, with water, oil and regional security issues topping their agenda.

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Turkey's Erdogan in Iraq for rare state visit to discuss water, oil, security

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan arrived Monday in neighbouring Iraq for his first state visit there in years, with water, oil and regional security issues expected to top the agenda.

Radio France Internationale

Turkey's Erdogan targets support against Kurdish rebels during Iraq trip

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan visits Iraq on Monday for the first time in 12 years. He'll be seeking support for Ankara's war against Kurdish rebels in Iraq as well as deeper economic ties.

Radio France Internationale

Deadly blast at Iraq army base amid Israel-Iran tensions

Evening Standard

At least one dead after huge blast at Iran-linked military base in Baghdad

Explosion where paramilitary group Hashed al-Shaabi is stationed

Radio France Internationale

Turkey looks for regional help in its battle against Kurdish rebels in Iraq

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has vowed to end the threat posed by Kurdish rebel group the PKK, which has been fighting Turkey for decades. As Turkey prepares to launch a major military operation against the organisation in Iraq, it is looking to other governments in the region for support.

Al Jazeera

Iraq’s overreliance on oil threatens economic, political strife

More than 90 percent of Iraq’s government revenue comes from oil, leaving the country hostage to global prices.

International Business Times

Turkish Ministers In Baghdad Talks Ahead Of Erdogan Visit

A high-ranking Turkish delegation held talks in Baghdad on Thursday, discussing key security and energy issues ahead of an expected visit by Turkey's president, Iraqi Foreign Minister Fuad Hussein said.

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