Ambassador Stephen Beecroft on World Press Freedom Day
Today we celebrate the 20th anniversary of the UN General Assembly’s proclamation of World Press Freedom Day, an occasion for the international community, governments, media organizations, civil society, and average citizens to promote press freedom around the world....
Creating an Environment for Business
On February 16, 2013, the U.S. and Iraqi governments, with private sector leaders, launched the second phase of the Iraqi Solutions for Administrative and Regulatory Reform (ISRAR)
New Secretary of State John F. Kerry
On February 1, 2013, John Forbes Kerry was sworn in as the 68th Secretary of State of the United States.
U.S. Announces $155 Million in Aid to Syrian People
This additional aid from the American people is providing food, clean water, medicine, immunizations for children, and winter supplies for millions of people inside Syria and in neighboring countries.
Ambassador Stephen Beecroft on Al-Hurra TV
Ambassador Beecroft discusses the bilateral relationship between Iraq and the U.S. during a January 22, interview with Al-Hurra television.
News from the Embassy
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The United States Condemns Recent Violence and Anbar Attack
We mourn the loss of life in Iraq over this past week and condemn the heinous attack on five unarmed Iraqi soldiers earlier today in Ramadi. There is no justification for this crime, and we welcome the calls by local and national leaders in Anbar Province to bring the perpetrators to justice as soon as possible.
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U.S. Embassy Hosts Humanitarian Demining Roundtable
On April 16, the U.S. Embassy hosted a roundtable discussion with Iraqi and international partner Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs) on humanitarian demining activities in Iraq.
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Renewable Energy Road Show Highlights Environment Month and Earth Day
Commemorating Environmental Month and Earth Day in Iraq, the Public Affairs Section (PAS) sponsored Iraqi-American Cultural and Science Envoy Thomas (Taha) Rassam Culhane for a Renewable Energy Road Show in Baghdad and Erbil April 13-22.
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The United States Condemns the Violence in Hawija
The United States strongly condemns the actions that resulted in the death and injury of civilians and security personnel in Hawija. We regret that this violence took place before ongoing efforts to reach a peaceful resolution of this situation were given sufficient time to succeed.
Recent and Current Embassy Activities
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Arab League, U.S. Launch Open Book Project
High-quality educational materials, especially on science and technology, will be available for free online in the Arabic language, thanks to the Open Book Project being developed by the U.S. Department of State in cooperation with the Arab League Educational, Cultural and Scientific Organization (ALECSO). Arabic »
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Announcing Opportunities for Study and Travel to the United States
The U.S. Embassy in Baghdad is pleased to announce that we are now accepting applications for two U.S. Government-sponsored exchange programs aimed at fostering mutual understanding and developing leadership skills.
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American Poet Inspired by Iraq’s Literary Past, Present, and Future
Poet, essayist, and writer Christopher Merrill visited Iraq October 17-23, to discuss the current state of writing, publishing and translating of literature in Iraq, and to encourage young Iraqis writers.
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StudyUSA
EducationUSA Iraq
Information for Iraqi students interested in studying in the United States.
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Blogs
Department of State
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UNHCR
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IOM
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Regional Engagement with people
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U.S. reaches out to the world
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MEPI Library
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Fulbright Scholarships
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Cultural Bridges
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US higher education
Ambassador's Fund
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The U.S. Embassy seeks innovative proposals to help build the capacity of Iraqi organizations and local communities. Learn how to apply.
Emergency SMS Text Alerts
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Sign up for SMS text alerts, delivered to your mobile phone when new security and emergency messages are released.
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Foreign Corrupt Practices Act
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The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission and the Department of Justice just published a Resource Guide to the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act, important for all American companies doing business in Iraq.
