Gilgamesh Nabil / 19 September 2024
In Shatt Al-Arab, fishing lines and nets no longer bring up fish but medical intravenous (IV) bags and human waste. The fish that once thrived can no longer grow. They have adapted by restricting their growth to survive.
Nearly three years ago, former Iraqi MP, Faiq Al-Sheikh Ali, promised the arrival of a striking force that would overthrow Iraq’s political system. Since then, developments on the ground have given that claim a new resonance.
People of short stature in Iraq face many hardships—from restaurants to government offices and even within their homes. Here is a glimpse into their invisible struggles.
The Iraqi government is mandating digital payments, a move strongly promoted by banks. But many Iraqis, like Shaimaa and Muhammad, remain hesitant, expressing fears they might lose their money in the transition. The questions remain: are Iraqis truly ready for this shift? Why are some people afraid of losing their money? How have hidden fees, unexpected “tips” and fraud schemes become new obstacles to digital transformation and cashless systems?
Without my father, I would always be seen as a minor in the eyes of a state that officially recognises me as being in the first quarter of my twenties. Even though I am an adult. My eligibility is also questioned whenever the question that never leaves me is asked: Why are you here alone?
The deaf and mute community in Iraq had been living in complete isolation, struggling with neglect and a lack of facilities for daily life, most notably, the difficulty of communication. They face challenges in interacting with others in society as well as with state institutions due to language barriers, as they rarely find anyone who can communicate with them, even at a basic level. An article on communication and how it can become a daily challenge.
If you are single or never married, you’ll find it difficult to be seen by a gynaecologist or face challenges in having a medical condition acknowledged for examination in hospitals. You may even be asked to bring a male guardian to obtain a doctor’s approval to examine you.
Here are the experiences of four women living with pain.
I am not in a place to judge whether the school’s rules and regulations are valid, but the policy they consistently use, relies heavily on sexualizing and slut-shaming minors, putting them at more risk of domestic violence. This culture creates a space where abuse can occur.
The Iraqi government is mandating digital payments, a move strongly promoted by banks. But many Iraqis, like Shaimaa and Muhammad,…
The Iraqi government is mandating digital payments, a move strongly promoted by banks. But many Iraqis, like Shaimaa and Muhammad, remain hesitant, expressing fears they might lose their money in the transition. The questions remain: are Iraqis truly ready for this shift? Why are some people afraid of losing their…
Without my father, I would always be seen as a minor in the eyes of a state that officially recognises…
Without my father, I would always be seen as a minor in the eyes of a state that officially recognises me as being in the first quarter of my twenties. Even though I am an adult. My eligibility is also questioned whenever the question that never leaves me is asked:…
The deaf and mute community in Iraq had been living in complete isolation, struggling with neglect and a lack of…
The deaf and mute community in Iraq had been living in complete isolation, struggling with neglect and a lack of facilities for daily life, most notably, the difficulty of communication. They face challenges in interacting with others in society as well as with state institutions due to language barriers, as…
If you are single or never married, you’ll find it difficult to be seen by a gynaecologist or face challenges…
If you are single or never married, you’ll find it difficult to be seen by a gynaecologist or face challenges in having a medical condition acknowledged for examination in hospitals. You may even be asked to bring a male guardian to obtain a doctor’s approval to examine you. Here are…
I am not in a place to judge whether the school’s rules and regulations are valid, but the policy they…
I am not in a place to judge whether the school’s rules and regulations are valid, but the policy they consistently use, relies heavily on sexualizing and slut-shaming minors, putting them at more risk of domestic violence. This culture creates a space where abuse can occur.
In Samawa, southern Iraq, women salt gatherers are battling for their livelihoods after a private investor seized control of the region’s only salt mine – and with it, the future of the…
In Iraq, bats are known as Saḥayyir Al-Layl - “The one that stays up at night”. Long misunderstood and often viewed as ill-omened creatures that are the harbingers of bad luck. At…
What viable alternatives can Iraq pursue to transition toward having a more diversified economy—one that reduces environmental harm and improves human well-being? This is the dilemma facing Iraq, a rentier state that…
The Iraqi government is mandating digital payments, a move strongly promoted by banks. But many Iraqis, like Shaimaa and Muhammad, remain hesitant, expressing fears they might lose their money in the transition.…
In Samawa, southern Iraq, women salt gatherers are battling for their livelihoods after a private investor seized control of the region’s only salt mine – and with it, the future of the…
In Iraq, bats are known as Saḥayyir Al-Layl - “The one that stays up at night”. Long misunderstood and often viewed as ill-omened creatures that are the harbingers of bad luck. At…
What viable alternatives can Iraq pursue to transition toward having a more diversified economy—one that reduces environmental harm and improves human well-being? This is the dilemma facing Iraq, a rentier state that…
The Iraqi government is mandating digital payments, a move strongly promoted by banks. But many Iraqis, like Shaimaa and Muhammad, remain hesitant, expressing fears they might lose their money in the transition.…
In Samawa, southern Iraq, women salt gatherers are battling for their livelihoods after a private investor seized control of the region’s only salt mine – and with it, the future of the community’s traditional trade. This investigative report examines how...
