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Iraq

Iraq is a country in Western Asia, covering about 438,317 km² (169,234 sq mi). Its capital is Baghdad. It shares a land border with Iran, Jordan, Kuwait, Saudi Arabia, Syria and Türkiye.

Capital
Baghdad
Continent
Asia
Region
Western Asia
Area
438,317 km²
Languages
Arabic, Aramaic and Sorani
Currency
Iraqi dinar
Calling code
+964
Internet domain
.iq
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