Mosul’s Historic Rebirth: Great Mosque Restored and Rebuilding Efforts Thrive
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📰 The quick summary: Mosul’s historic Great Mosque of al-Nuri reopens for Ramadan prayers after extensive restoration, marking a major milestone in the city’s recovery from ISIS destruction.
📈 One key stat: UNESCO’s $50 million reconstruction project in Mosul represents the organization’s largest project worldwide, helping restore the city’s iconic cultural heritage.
💬 One key quote: “In 2017, after the battle against Daesh, being here felt like living in the desert. We cleaned the neighbourhood of the rubble with our bare hands, we found corpses and unexploded bombs, then we finally managed to restore this traditional house and make it a cafe and office for our activities,” says Saker Ma’an, founder of Baytuna association.“
1️⃣ The big picture: After years of devastation under ISIS occupation, Mosul is experiencing a remarkable revival through an ambitious reconstruction effort. The historic Great Mosque of al-Nuri, where ISIS declared its caliphate in 2014, has been restored and will reopen for Ramadan prayers. UNESCO leads the massive rebuilding project, working to preserve the city’s rich cultural heritage while helping displaced residents return home. Local citizens actively participate in the reconstruction, combining modern techniques with traditional methods to rebuild their beloved landmarks.
2️⃣ Why is this good news: Families are returning to their restored homes in Mosul’s historic neighborhoods, rekindling community life and cultural traditions. Young people gather in revitalized spaces like the al-Manqusha district, where new cafes and cultural associations flourish. The restoration preserves centuries of architectural heritage while creating employment opportunities for local residents. This revival demonstrates the resilience of Mosul’s diverse religious and ethnic communities as they rebuild their city together.
3️⃣ What’s next: The final touches on the Great Mosque of al-Nuri will be completed during Ramadan, with plans for an official inauguration ceremony with Iraq’s prime minister. Ongoing archaeological work continues throughout the Nineveh province to document and restore damaged historic sites. The city expects more residents to return as reconstruction progresses, with cultural projects promoting stability and peaceful coexistence among different communities.
Read the full story here: The Guardian – ‘We cleared rubble with our bare hands’: Iraqis rejoice as shattered Mosul rises from the ruins
