Iraq Edition

May 15, 2027

Youm al-Nakba leads today's complete edition for Iraq.

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Regional/Cultural Day

Youm al-Nakba

The anniversary of the 1948 displacement of Palestinians. In Iraq, the day is commemorated with rallies, speeches, and the reaffirmation of solidarity with Palestine. The Palestinian community in Iraq was once 34,000 strong. After 2003, most fled. The day is both commemoration and reminder.

Animals of France Day — World Calendar Day
Regional/Cultural Day

Animals of France Day

You recognize the gray wolf, Eurasian brown bear, and European badger as France's distinctive native wildlife. You observe that French households most commonly keep dogs, cats, and rabbits as beloved domestic pets. ACADA celebrates the world's pets, and helps assure better care.