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Iraq reopens historic mosque in Mosul 8 years after Islamic State destruction
The mosque's minaret, rebuilt with UNESCO's $115 million support, symbolizes Mosul's cultural restoration after IS destroyed it during their 2017 defeat, aiding community cohesion.
- On September 1, 2025, Iraq's prime minister officially reopened the al-Nuri Grand Mosque and its famous leaning minaret in Mosul's Old City.
- The mosque was destroyed by Islamic State militants in 2017 by detonating explosives as they faced defeat in a battle with Iraqi forces for control of Mosul.
- UNESCO, Iraqi heritage, and Sunni religious authorities reconstructed the 12th-century leaning minaret using traditional techniques and salvaged materials, funded by $115 million mainly from the UAE and EU.
- Mosul's Christian population shrank from 50,000 in 2003 to fewer than 20 families due to IS violence, which included war crimes like property seizures, sexual violence, enslavement, and forced conversions.
- The reconstruction of the mosque is seen as a significant achievement that honors Iraqi courage and dedication to preserving cultural heritage. It aims to promote Iraqi antiquities as essential to sustainable development and to create opportunities for youth innovation, according to statements from the nation's leadership.
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The more than 850-year-old mosque, known for its leaning minaret, is considered one of the most important buildings in the historic city.
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It is said to be a symbol of resistance to terrorism and of the reconstruction of the country: in Iraq, the Mosul Great Mosque, once destroyed by ISIS, has been solemnly reopened to the public.
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In 2017, the terrorist militia ISIS (Islamic State) blew up the Great Mosque of Mosul in Iraq, which is also known as the Al-Nuri Mosque. After years of reconstruction, it is now open again.
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