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    📊 Data: from(2024)-to(2026)

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    Iraq

    Iraq at a glance

    Capital city

    Baghdad

    Population

    46.0 million

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    Cost of living (monthly, one person)

    $1,100/month (Market Analysis, 2025)

    Freedom score

    Not Free, score 30/100 (Freedom House, 2024)

    Safety (Global Peace Index)

    3.045/5 — rank 151/163 (IEP, 2024)

    Language

    Arabic, Aramaic, Sorani

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    People & culture

    Living here means joining a society defined by legendary hospitality and a resilient, communal spirit. While the landscape ranges from the rugged, snowy peaks of the north to the lush southern marshes, the warmth of the people remains constant.

    ⚠️ Active conflict and high instability — data reflects 2024-2025 estimates but security conditions remain volatile.

    Data shown reflects the most recent available historical records. On-the-ground conditions may have changed drastically. Always consult up-to-date humanitarian sources before making any decisions.

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