Nineveh Plains: In a sunlit garden of the Mar Behnam Monastery in Iraq’s Nineveh Plains, a group of young Iraqis gathers around a long table, their hands busy with paintbrushes. They are creating small artworks that celebrate the nation’s rich heritage: an oud, a glass of mint tea, mosques, churches, and the iconic Ziggurat of Ur.

This scene is part of the ‘Mesopotamia Heritage Truck’ initiative, a traveling project that journeys across Iraq to reconnect citizens with the country’s deep historical and cultural roots. The project organizes workshops, art activities, and educational sessions, all designed to foster appreciation for Iraq’s diversity.

“Our mission is to help people recognize how varied Iraq is,” explains Muthana al-Khoury, project manager of the Heritage Truck. “So many co

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