Women’s rights activists have raised the alarm after a dangerous bill resurfaced in Iraq’s parliament which could increase underage marriage. The bill would allow citizens to choose either ...

Newsweek contacted Iraq's Ministry of Foreign Affairs for comment via email outside normal business hours. Opponents to the amendments say they effectively legalize child marriage in Iraq and mark ...

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Al-Monitor is an award-winning media outlet covering the Middle East, valued for its independence, diversity and analysis. It is read widely by US, international and Middle East decision makers at the ...