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Al-Jawahiri City: What Do We Know and How Could It Affect Western Baghdad?

Al-Jawahiri City: What Do We Know and How Could It Affect Western Baghdad?

Baghdad is gradually moving toward a different model of urban expansion developing integrated new cities outside heavily congested areas rather than relying only on residential complexes within the ex...

Oct 19, 2026

Iraqi Cities: The Story of Their Origins and Names, from Sumer to Modern Iraq

Iraqi Cities: The Story of Their Origins and Names, from Sumer to Modern Iraq

When we look at the map of Iraq today, we see Baghdad, Mosul, Erbil, Kirkuk, Samarra, Najaf, Karbala, Basra, and many other cities. Yet behind these familiar names are stories that often stretch back ...

Oct 19, 2026

The Impact of the U.S. Dollar Exchange Rate on Property Prices in Iraq

The Impact of the U.S. Dollar Exchange Rate on Property Prices in Iraq

The U.S. dollar exchange rate is one of the most closely watched economic indicators in Iraq. Its impact goes beyond imported goods and travel, it can also influence the real estate market, constructi...

Oct 18, 2026

Iraq’s Independence: October 3, 1932, and the Beginning of Iraq as an Independent State

Iraq’s Independence: October 3, 1932, and the Beginning of Iraq as an Independent State

On October 3, 1932 , Iraq entered a new chapter in its modern history when the British Mandate formally ended and Iraq joined the League of Nations as an independent sovereign state. Historical United...

Sep 27, 2026

From the Tigris to Dubai: The Aroma of Masgouf Reaches a City of Food Lovers

From the Tigris to Dubai: The Aroma of Masgouf Reaches a City of Food Lovers

Masgouf is not grilled directly over the flames like most fish. Instead, it stands beside the fire, slowly cooking from the heat of the glowing embers. The large fish is first opened and cleaned, then...

Sep 22, 2026

How to Buy an Apartment in a Residential Complex in Iraq: A Buyer’s Guide

How to Buy an Apartment in a Residential Complex in Iraq: A Buyer’s Guide

Buying an apartment in a residential complex in Iraq has become increasingly popular, particularly as new housing developments expand across Baghdad and other governorates and offer cash purchases, in...

Sep 20, 2026

Will Property Prices in Iraq Fall? Key Factors Driving the Real Estate Market in 2026

Will Property Prices in Iraq Fall? Key Factors Driving the Real Estate Market in 2026

Property prices have become one of the biggest concerns for homebuyers and investors in Iraq, particularly in Baghdad and other major cities, where the gap between real estate prices and household pur...

Sep 17, 2026

Iraq Housing Fund Loans 2026: Applications Open on August 23 – Loan Amount, Requirements, and How to Apply

Iraq Housing Fund Loans 2026: Applications Open on August 23 – Loan Amount, Requirements, and How to Apply

If you are planning to build a home in Iraq and are looking for housing finance, the Iraq Housing Fund loan is one of the most important government-backed financing options to follow in 2026, especial...

Aug 17, 2026

Emaar Leads, DAMAC Ranks Second: Dubai’s Top Real Estate Developers in the First Seven Months of 2026

Emaar Leads, DAMAC Ranks Second: Dubai’s Top Real Estate Developers in the First Seven Months of 2026

Dubai’s real estate market continued to demonstrate significant activity in 2026, supported by demand across residential, investment, luxury, and off-plan properties. According to DXBinteract data cit...

Aug 9, 2026

What's the Difference Between Residential, Agricultural, and Commercial Property Titles

What's the Difference Between Residential, Agricultural, and Commercial Property Titles

When searching for property in Iraq, you may come across listings for agricultural land, a house with a residential title, or a shop with a commercial title. While these terms may sound similar, they ...

Aug 5, 2026

The Kirkuk–Baniyas Pipeline Project: A Strategic Artery That Could Reshape the Region’s Oil Export Map

The Kirkuk–Baniyas Pipeline Project: A Strategic Artery That Could Reshape the Region’s Oil Export Map

After more than two decades of inactivity, the Kirkuk–Baniyas oil pipeline project has returned to the forefront of regional and international attention, emerging as one of the most important energy p...

Jul 19, 2026

What Is the Best Time to Buy Property in Iraq? A Complete Guide to Real Estate Seasons and Market Opportunities

What Is the Best Time to Buy Property in Iraq? A Complete Guide to Real Estate Seasons and Market Opportunities

Buying a property is one of the most important financial decisions a person can make. Whether you are looking for a family home, a plot of land, or an investment property, the timing of your purchase ...

Jun 22, 2026

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