On May 5th, 2025, Iraq witnessed a truly groundbreaking and game-changing moment in its modern history with the official launch of the largest and most ambitious city development ever seen in the country. This transformative event represents a major milestone—not only for the capital but for the nation as a whole—as it sets the stage to revive the glory days of Iraq through the creation of a fully integrated, smart, sustainable, and dynamic urban destination. The event captured significant attention and featured high-level participation, including Bangen Rekai, Iraq’s Minister of Housing; Mr. Naguib Sawiris, Chairman & CEO of ORA Developers; and Ibrahim Karam, CEO of Ora Iraq. Each delivered impactful speeches sharing their powerful visions and commitments to the city’s promising future. Madinat Al Ward, designed to be a beacon of progress and opportunity, is ready to shape a new chapter for Iraq and its people. The launch event itself was vibrant and uplifting, filled with positive energy, captivating entertainment, and live performances by celebrated artists such as Ahmed Saad and Mahmoud El Esseily—marking not just the beginning of a project, but the rebirth of a dream.