While the initial displacement was caused by terrorism, new challenges—ranging from armed militia threats to stalled ...

Iraq has a rich historical legacy ... Our targeted fieldwork resulted in the discovery of seven Paleolithic sites in an area of 10 by 20 km. One location was selected for a systematic study ...

The head of the Iraqi State Board of Antiquities and Heritage revealed that 27,000 artifacts have been returned to the Iraqi National Museum.

Iraq's Tourism Authority is working on a plan to attract one million tourists to its archaeological sites over the next five years, a senior government official has said. The plan will be submitted to ...

MOSUL, Iraq — (AP) — For over 850 years ... “The Al-Hadbaa Minaret is one of the most symbolic sites for the people of Mosul, and today this symbol is completely brought back to life ...

Professor Karel Novacek from Palacký University Olomouc added, “We strongly recommend that Kurdish authorities take steps to ...

The IS fighters were not deterred by UNESCO World Heritage status and destroyed ancient cities such as Hatra and Nineveh. They began destroying monuments, churches, and mosques in conquered areas of ...

It's also advisable to bring sunscreen, sunglasses, and sturdy footwear for exploring historical sites and natural areas. While Iraq is safe for tourists in many regions, it's wise to stay ...