Deputy Secretary of State John Sullivan Announces Support for Persecuted Religious Groups
During his visit to Baghdad this week, Deputy Secretary of State John Sullivan reaffirmed the United States’ deep commitment to assisting persecuted religious groups, including…
U.S. Embassy Congratulates Iraqis on Selecting a New President
The U.S. Embassy congratulates Dr. Barham Salih on his election as the new President of the Republic of Iraq. We look forward to working with…
Secretary Pompeo’s Call with Iraq’s President Barham Salih
The below is attributable to Spokesperson Heather Nauert: Secretary of State Michael R. Pompeo spoke with Barham Salih, Iraq’s new President. The Secretary congratulated President…
U.S. Embassy Congratulates Iraqis on Designation of New Prime Minister
We congratulate Dr. Adil Abd al-Mahdi on his selection as Prime Minister designate. The U.S. has worked with Dr. Abd al-Madhi in his previous role…
Diversity Visa program 2020
Registration for the 2020 United States Diversity Visa program will close on November 6 2018. Don’t wait until the last day to apply! Always avoid…
The 2019 Iraqi Young Leaders Exchange Programs (IYLEP)
The U.S. Embassy in Baghdad is pleased to announce that applications are currently being accepted for the 2019 Iraqi Young Leaders Exchange Program (IYLEP). IYLEP…
On Ordered Departure at Consulate Basrah
Press Statement Heather Nauert Department Spokesperson Washington, DC September 28, 2018 Secretary of State Michael R. Pompeo has made the determination to place Consulate…
Security Alert – Advising U.S. citizens on ordered departure for Basrah
Due to concerns about the security of U.S. government personnel, on September 28, 2018, the Department of State ordered the departure of U.S. government personnel…
Ambassador Silliman Announces U.S. Water Support to Basrah
Assalam Alaykoum, I’m Doug Silliman, the American Ambassador to Iraq. Over the past few months, the people of Basrah have clearly expressed a desire…
The 2019 Fulbright Visiting Scholar Program
The U.S. Embassy in Baghdad is pleased to announce that the application period for the 2019 Fulbright Visiting Scholar Program is now open until November…
The Death of Fadl al-Barwari
The U.S. Embassy is saddened by the news of the death of Fadl al-Barwari, a hero of the battle of Mosul and, as commander of…
Consul General Steve Fagin Visits Sabean Mandaean Council Affairs
CG Fagin visited the Sabean Mandaean Council Affairs and their Cultural Center in Erbil to discuss their challenges and needs. CG Fagin underscored the U.S.…
Consul General Fagin Congratulates DoS ATAP Graduates
CG Fagin congratulates the graduates of the digital forensics training courses sponsored by the Department of State Anti-Terrorism Assistance Program. These local and regional law…
Meet Erbil’s New Public Affairs Team!
Heather and Rush are very excited to be joining the consulate public affairs team! Heather comes to Erbil after having spent three years in Kenya,…
Selection of the Speaker
We congratulate Mohammed Halbusi on his selection as Speaker of the Council of Representatives. In addition, we congratulate the First Deputy Speaker Hassan Kareem al-Kaabi.…
Advanced Social Media Workshops
Fact-checking is vital for a social media environment clean from misinformation! The U.S. Embassy sponsored a visiting U.S. expert who hosted a series of workshops…
Security Alert – U.S. Embassy Baghdad, Iraq
Security Alert – U.S. Embassy Baghdad, Iraq (September 8, 2018) Location: Baghdad, Basrah Event: The United States Mission in Iraq is restricting its movements during…
Violence in Basrah, Iraq
U.S. DEPARTMENT OF STATE Office of the Spokesperson STATEMENT BY HEATHER NAUERT, SPOKESPERSON Violence in Basrah, Iraq Under the Iraqi constitution, the right to peaceful protest…
