Ramadi
Ramadi is a city in western Iraq and the capital of Anbar Governorate. It lies on the Euphrates River, west of Baghdad.
Anbar Governorate: Anbar Governorate is Iraq’s largest governorate by area, occupying much of the country’s western desert. Ramadi is its capital and principal administrative center.
Battle of Ramadi (2006–2007): The Battle of Ramadi was a prolonged conflict between U.S.-led forces, Iraqi forces, and insurgents during the Iraq War. The fighting made the city a central front in the Iraq War.
Euphrates River irrigation: Euphrates River irrigation is the diversion and distribution of river water for agriculture across the river basin. Irrigation sustains farms and settlements near Ramadi in an arid region.
Dulaim: The Dulaim are a large Arab tribal confederation concentrated in western Iraq, especially Anbar Governorate. Dulaim tribes have longstanding social and political influence in Ramadi.
Internal displacement in Iraq: Internal displacement in Iraq is the forced movement of people within the country due to conflict, persecution, or disaster. Fighting in Ramadi drove residents from their homes and delayed returns.
Euphrates: The Euphrates is a major river of Southwest Asia, flowing through Turkey, Syria, and Iraq. The river and its irrigation support settlement around Ramadi.
Battle of Ramadi (2015–2016): The Battle of Ramadi was an Iraqi government campaign to retake the city from the Islamic State. The campaign ended Islamic State control but left extensive destruction.
Ramadi Barrage: The Ramadi Barrage is a control structure on the Euphrates that regulates water flow toward the Habbaniyah region. It connects the city to irrigation and flood-control infrastructure.
Abdul Sattar Abu Risha: Abdul Sattar Abu Risha was an Iraqi tribal leader who helped organize the Anbar Awakening against al-Qaeda in Iraq. His alliance was centered in Ramadi and altered the city’s security balance.
Reconstruction of Ramadi: The reconstruction of Ramadi is the rebuilding of housing, infrastructure, and public services after wartime destruction. Reconstruction addresses damage from the city’s battles and supports the return of residents.