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In historic Iraq visit, Pope Francis urges healing, tolerance and brotherhood
Religion

2021-03-08

In historic Iraq visit, Pope Francis urges healing, tolerance and brotherhood

During his three-day visit, the pope evoked a spirit of hope and fraternity, condemned ISIS and all religious extremism, and urged Iraqis of all faiths to work together towards a brighter future.

Iraq's top Shia authority supports sovereignty, stability
Religion

2020-11-25

Iraq's top Shia authority supports sovereignty, stability

In his speeches and public statements, Ali al-Sistani has voiced his support for Iraqi sovereignty and his rejection of foreign interference.

Iraq recovers books stolen from Ninawa churches
Religion

2020-09-23

Iraq recovers books stolen from Ninawa churches

Thirty-two old Christian texts looted by ISIS were recently found at an ISIS element's house in Mosul, as part of a wider effort to locate missing antiquities.

Ire in Deir Ezzor over politically-tinged ceremonies
Religion

2020-08-31

Ire in Deir Ezzor over politically-tinged ceremonies

Roads and city centres were blocked off in several parts of the province so IRGC-aligned militias could hold religious ceremonies.

IRGC furthers influence via Deir Ezzor mosques
Religion

2020-08-20

IRGC furthers influence via Deir Ezzor mosques

The IRGC has sought to extend its religious and political influence in the city and province by appropriating mosques, an activist says.

Muted Eid al-Adha celebration in troubled Idlib
Religion

2020-08-03

Muted Eid al-Adha celebration in troubled Idlib

The holiday was somber this year, as residents of the north-western province faced deepening poverty, ongoing violence and disease.

Iraq's Sunni Endowment reopens 4 mosques in Baghdad
Religion

2020-06-08

Iraq's Sunni Endowment reopens 4 mosques in Baghdad

The mosques, which had been closed for years due to security reasons, will sound the call to prayer amid increased stability and social cohesion.

Unusual Eid in Idlib amid security, health concerns
Religion

2020-05-28

Unusual Eid in Idlib amid security, health concerns

Eid al-Fitr had a very different atmosphere this year, with the coronavirus crisis compounding the displacement crisis and security situation.

Reconstruction of Mosul's Aghawat historical mosque begins
Religion

2020-05-22

Reconstruction of Mosul's Aghawat historical mosque begins

The mosque, destroyed during ISIS's era, is a prominent symbol of Mosul's identity and religious pluralism, scholars say.

Iranian interference splits Iraq's Shia community
Religion

2020-05-11

Iranian interference splits Iraq's Shia community

Iran has long positioned itself as an ally of Iraq's Shia community. It is now seeing its efforts crushed as Iraqis reject Iranian hegemony.