From the Campus of the University of Basrah: An Academic Position Rejecting Infringement on Religious Identity and Affirming Freedom of Belief
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In a event transcending transient protest to reflect deeply held principled and ethical stances, the University of Basrah witnessed a peaceful rally with the participation of faculty members, researchers, and a large gathering of students and staff across all university divisions, research centers, and colleges. The gathering served to express a unified academic position rejecting any infringement on Islamic identity and upholding fundamental faith principles.
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This event aligns with official directives issued by the Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research, Prof. Dr. Haider Bahaa Al-Hasani, and follows the call from Sayyid Muqtada Al-Sadr, condemning the decision to ban the hijab in educational institutions in Azerbaijan and rejecting restrictions on Islamic practices or symbols within academic spaces.
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Participants across the University of Basrah demonstrated high organizational discipline reflecting the academic institution's sense of religious and national responsibility. Attendees raised the Iraqi national flag exclusively and unified their discourse under the national banner, abstaining from displaying any individual portraits or political slogans.
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Department of Media and Government Communication
