Iraqi journalist and author who wrote extensively on politics, history, and culture, and was a prominent voice in the Arab world.
81 Years Old
An Iraqi exile who played a key role in convincing the US to invade Iraq in 2003, claiming Saddam had WMDs, which were later found to be nonexistent. He was a controversial figure with a complex legacy.
76 Years Old
The 76th Prime Minister of Iraq, a Shia Islamist politician who served from 2006 to 2014, is known for his role in shaping Iraq's post-Saddam Hussein government and his controversial policies. He's infamous for his sectarian agenda, which exacerbated Sunni-Shia tensions and contributed to the rise of ISIS.
Born in 1923
Iraqi Minister of Foreign Affairs who played a key role in shaping the country's foreign policy and was a prominent figure in Middle Eastern politics. He was also a skilled diplomat and negotiator.
80 Years Old
The President of Iraqi Kurdistan, a key figure in the Kurdish independence movement, known for leading the region through times of war and political turmoil. He's a unifying force for the Kurdish people, seeking autonomy and self-determination.