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IRAQ: Celebration in Baghdede marks release of new Syriac edition of the Holy Bible
BAGHDEDE, Iraq — Under the patronage of Archbishop of the Syriac Catholic Archdiocese of Mosul and its Environs Mar Benedictus Younan Hano, Suroyo TV hosted a celebratory evening in honor of the release of a new Syriac edition of the Holy Bible. The event took place at the Emmanuel Bani…
Read More »Chaldean–Syriac–Assyrian delegation advocates for minority rights in Washington
WASHINGTON, D.C. — A delegation representing Chaldean–Syriac–Assyrian political parties in Iraq visited the United States, meeting with officials, researchers, and directors of influential institutions in Washington, D.C. The delegation was composed of prominent political figures, including head of the Bethnahrin Patriotic Union (Huyodo Bethnahrin Athroyo, HBA) Joseph Sliwa, Secretary General…
Read More »Iraqi Federal Supreme Court suspends three controversial laws over voting irregularities
BAGHDAD — The Iraqi Federal Supreme Court (IFSC) issued an injunction halting the implementation of three recently passed laws — General Amnesty, Personal Status, and Property Restitution — due to alleged irregularities in the voting procedures during the parliamentary session held on 21 January 2025. Judicial Review of Controversial Legislation…
Read More »IRAQ: Beth Nahrain Organization for Women strengthens support for women in Nohadra (Dohuk)
NOHADRA, Kurdistan Region of Iraq — A delegation from the Beth Nahrain Organization for Women (BNOW) visited the BNOW regional office in Nohadra (Dohuk), Kurdistan Region of Iraq (KRI), to enhance the role of Chaldean–Syriac–Assyrian women in public life and discuss the challenges they face. Led by BNOW Officer Ronak…
Read More »IRAQ: Lecture in Bartella explores political developments and unity in Nineveh Plains
BETH NAHRIN — As part of an educational and awareness initiative organized by the local committee in the Nineveh Plains town of Bartella, the Bethnahrin Patriotic Union (Huyodo Bethnahrin Athroyo, HBA) organized a lecture by Youssef Yaqub Matti titled Political Developments in Nineveh Plains. The lecture focused on significant global,…
Read More »Iraqi Justice Ministry reaffirms commitment to protecting Christian property
BAGHDAD — The Iraqi Ministry of Justice has reaffirmed its commitment to safeguarding the property and real estate rights of the Christian community, according to a statement from Justice Minister Khalid Shawani. During a meeting with Patriarch of the Ancient Church of the East Mar Gewargis III Younan, Minister Shawani…
Read More »IRAQ: Beth Nahrain Organization for Women visits Assyrian Women’s Union to discuss increased cooperation
ERBIL, Kurdistan Region of Iraq — With the aim of enhancing cooperation, a delegation from the Beth Nahrain Organization for Women (BNOW) in Iraq visited the headquarters of the Assyrian Women’s Union (AWU) in Erbil, Kurdistan Region of Iraq (KRI). The BNOW delegation included BNOW Head Hanan Matti Tuma, Women’s…
Read More »Beth Nahrain Organization for Women in Iraq visits Bet-Nahrain Democratic Party
ERBIL, Kurdistan Region of Iraq — In order to strengthen ties between the national parties of the Chaldean–Syriac–Assyrian people in Iraq, a delegation from the Beth Nahrain Organization for Women (BNOW) in Iraq visited the headquarters of the Bet-Nahrain Democratic Party (BNDP) in Erbil, Kurdistan Region of Iraq (KRI). Hanan…
Read More »Iraqi Prime Minister al-Sudani orders increased integration of Christians into Nineveh Police Force
BAGHDAD — Iraqi Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani has directed the integration of more Christians into the local police force in Nineveh Province. This initiative aims to enhance stability, support reconstruction efforts, and preserve the Christian presence in the region. Sabah al-Numan, spokesperson for the Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces,…
Read More »Baghdede youth attend lecture on building strong and revolutionary personalities
BAGHDEDE, Iraq — The Bethnahrin Patriotic Union (Huyodo Bethnahrin Athroyo, HBA) hosted a lecture titled Youth Personality at its Baghdede Local Committee, drawing participation from members of the HBA Youth Organization. The lecture, delivered by Ablahad Saka, explored various aspects of personality, including strong and weak personalities, as well as…
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