Baghdad Opens First Jewish Museum Amid Growing Threats
Iraq's first Jewish museum in Baghdad attracts visitors seeking cultural roots while facing threats from a Shiite terror group.
POLICY WIRE — Baghdad, Iraq — The capital has welcomed its inaugural institution dedicated to preserving the nation’s Jewish heritage, drawing steady crowds eager to reconnect with a historical era long obscured by conflict and exile.
This new museum serves as a pivotal site for rediscovering Iraq’s Jewish past, offering visitors a tangible link to centuries of community life that once flourished within the country’s borders.
However, the cultural revival faces serious security challenges, as a Shiite terror group has issued threats against the museum, raising concerns about safety in the region.
Reporting by Policy-Wire (PW)
