Tag Archives | Mosques

Iraq starts Rebuilding iconic Mosul Mosque

Iraqi religious leaders have laid the cornerstone to rebuild Mosul's landmark Al-Nouri Grand Mosque, which was blown up in the battle with Daesh terrorists in 2017. The mosque and its iconic leaning minaret were built in the 12th century. Iraqi forces defeated the terror group in the last of its urban strongholds last year, recapturing […]

Weekly Security Update for 30th May 2012

Levels of violence fell slightly in Iraq last week. At least 43 people were killed and 125 injured in nationwide incidents. A total of 43 bomb attacks left 24 people dead and 106 injured. There were no suicide bombings recorded although a number of militants were killed whilst handling explosive devices that detonated prematurely. A […]