ASBU Director General Praises the Iraqi Media Network's Efforts in Hosting the Arab Media Conference
In his remarks during the conference attended by an Iraqi News Agency INA reporter, Suleiman extended his 'gratitude and appreciation to Iraq, its leadership and people for the warm welcome and generous hospitality.' He also conveyed 'sincere respect and appreciation to the Prime Minister of Iraq for his direct supervision of the conference proceedings.'
He added that 'four years ago, the Union launched its first initiative with a strong will to solidify its media mission. Through the annual forum, we aim to establish a space for in-depth reflection and a platform for dialogue on the most pressing contemporary issues.'
Suleiman noted that 'in a short period, the conference has achieved tangible results,' emphasizing 'the importance of keeping pace with the challenges of the present reality, especially regarding climate change and the role of media in addressing it, given that it poses a real threat to human life.'
He also commended 'the joint efforts in organizing this conference, which began early in collaboration between the Arab States Broadcasting Union and the Iraqi Media Network under the leadership of Karim Hammadi.'
He concluded, 'I can only highly value the tremendous efforts made to ensure the success of this important event. We are confident that the conference, along with the rich discussions it generates, will pave the way for achieving impactful and meaningful outcomes.'
Hashtags
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
Shafaq News
03-08-2025
- Shafaq News
Iraq exhumes +65 mass graves of Yazidi victims in Sinjar
Shafaq News – Duhok Specialized forensic teams have exhumed 68 out of 162 known burial sites—both mass and individual—where ISIS committed massacres against Yazidi civilians across Sinjar district since 2014, according to the Investigation and Evidence-Gathering Authority in Duhok. Nechirvan Suleiman, head of the Authority, told Shafaq News that excavation efforts continue in partnership with local and international organizations to open the remaining graves and formally document evidence of the crimes. So far, the identities of 293 victims have been confirmed and buried in designated cemeteries in Sinjar, while the remains of over 450 individuals are still unidentified, he noted, adding that 'the fate of 2,883 Yazidis is still unknown.' Calling for increased technical and logistical support to accelerate the process and ensure accuracy, Suleiman pointed out that excavation teams are working under harsh conditions due to difficult terrain, weather challenges, and overlapping skeletal remains. Families of victims and the missing have renewed their calls to speed up excavation and uncover the fate of their loved ones who remain underground and unidentified. Soumaya Khalaf, a Yazidi woman whose father and two brothers were abducted, told Shafaq News that the remains of one relative were recovered and buried in the Kojo cemetery—designated for Yazidi victims of ISIS in Sinjar—while the others remain missing. Jalal Jassim, another relative, said his son and two brothers disappeared more than 11 years ago, and the family has received no information about their fate, despite repeated follow-ups with relevant authorities and submitting DNA samples. Yazidi lawmaker Mahma Khalil revealed earlier that more than 2,300 Yazidis remain missing, and 52 of 93 documented mass graves in Sinjar have yet to be opened. The Yazidi community, a Kurdish-speaking ethno-religious minority in Iraq, faced persecution by ISIS after the group seized Sinjar on August 3, 2014. Around 1,290 Yazidis were killed, and over 70 mass graves have since been uncovered. The community, numbering about 500,000 in Iraq, observes its New Year on April 17, which the Kurdistan Regional Government has designated a public holiday.
Memri
06-06-2025
- Memri
Iraqi Sunni Tribal Leader Ali Hatem Al-Suleiman Responds to PM Al-Sudani's Remarks That Iraq Would Not Recognize Israel: It's Just Electioneering - Israel Isn't Waiting for Our Recognition; Iraqi Poli
Iraqi Sunni tribal leader Ali Hatem Al-Suleiman said in a June 2, 2025 appearance on Sky News Arabiya (UAE) that Israel is not waiting for Iraq to recognize it, calling it a 'done deal' and stating that there is nothing Iraq can do about it. He dismissed statements such as those made by Prime Minister Al-Sudani, according to which Iraq has no intention of recognizing Israel, as mere election slogans, and he added: 'You'll see that the first people to recognize Israel will be Iraqi politicians.'
Iraqi News
23-05-2025
- Iraqi News
Baghdad hosts 4th Arab Media Conference focusing on climate change coverage
Baghdad ( – Baghdad is currently hosting the 4th Arab Media Conference, a significant event held for the first time in Iraq. Organized by the Iraqi Media Network with the Arab States Broadcasting Union (ASBU), the conference, themed The Role of Media in Confronting Climate Change, has drawn wide official and media participation from across the Arab world. The event is seen as a milestone in Iraq's return to the regional media landscape. Iraqi musician Mustafa Zayer, who performed at the opening, noted Baghdad's exceptional days, with even its music turning more joyful. Tunisian journalist Duha Tliq, on her third visit, remarked, 'Iraq has changed a lot; I saw reconstruction and restored hope… Iraq is on the right path.' Samah Mawzelati, also from Tunisia, praised the organization, generosity, and welcome, highlighting the media's crucial role in simplifying complex climate issues. Ahmed Yahya from Comoros was impressed by the advanced level of topic presentation. Discussions have covered desertification, water scarcity, and AI in climate reporting. Mohamed Ould Amar, DG of ALECSO, stated Iraq hosting sends a message of peace, with the conference aiming to create a roadmap for joint Arab action on critical issues. The event underscores Baghdad's re-emerging role and a collective Arab commitment to addressing climate change through informed media.
