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Basra, also written Basrah (Arabic: البصرة; BGN: Al Başrah), is an Iraqi city located on the Shatt al-Arab river between Kuwait and Iran. It had an estimated population of 1.5 million of 2012. Basra is also Iraq's main port, although it does not have deep water access, which is handled at the port of Umm Qasr.
The city is part of the historic location of Sumer, one of the ports from which Sinbad the Sailor journeyed, and a proposed location of the Garden of Eden. It played an important role in early Islamic history and was built in 636 AD or 14 AH. It is Iraq's second largest and most populous city after Baghdad (Mosul has an uncertain population under ISIS occupation). Basra is consistently one of the hottest cities in Iraq, with summer temperatures regularly exceeding 50 °C (122 °F).
The city was called by many names throughout its history, Basrah being the most common. In Arabic the word basrah means 'the overwatcher', which might have been an allusion to the city's origin as an Arab military base against the Sassanids. Some sources claim that the name is derived from the Persian word Bas-rah, which means "where many paths meet". Others have argued that the name is derived from the Aramaic word basratha, meaning 'place of huts' or 'settlement'.
Basra is a 2008 Egyptian film.
Cairo, March 17, 2003. The US-UK strike against Iraq is imminent. How can an Egyptian photographer, in his thirties, surpass his own disappointments and fears? How can he find an answer to the existential questions pertaining to life, death, sex and logic amidst his awareness of all the absurdity around him? Can this artist remain alive (breathing, thinking, and photographing) and survive this oppressive atmosphere? Or is he going to fall with Baghdad?
Bastra, the Greek deformation of the Arabic word Basra, which is also a similar game played in Egypt, Lebanon and other Middle-Eastern countries, is a popular fishing card game similar to Cassino very popular in Cyprus. In Turkey, the game is known as Pişti or Paşta.
The game was probably introduced to the Cypriots through the Turks during the Ottoman occupation. There are also variations of the game played in Greece, such as Diloti and Kseri. The game has been exported by both the Cypriot and Turkish diasporas and is played in Cypriot communities in Australia, Canada, England and the United States, usually passed on by the first generation of immigrants to their children and grandchildren. Despite this, the game is virtually unknown in these countries outside of the Cypriot and Greek communities. In Turkey the game is still very popular.
The game is played with a 52 card deck and can involve two, three or four players, although the game is most interesting in the two or four player versions. In the four player version, the players can play for themselves or in two player teams. The first team or player to score 100 points is the winner.
One of my favourite places to travel in Iraq and i was so so happy to be able to bring a group of my followers to discover this amazing city earlier this year. Enjoy this Basra vlog!
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A day after six people were killed in southern Iraq's Basra city, violent protests over poor government services continued as security forces opened fire in response. Protesters in Basra told Al Jazeera on Wednesday that live ammunition and tear gas were fired by security personnel at hundreds of demonstrators outside the regional government headquarters. At least one demonstrator was taken to hospital after being hit in the head by a tear gas canister. An overnight curfew was imposed and more security personnel deployed in the city, an army official said. Al Jazeera's Mereana Hond has more. - Subscribe to our channel: http://aje.io/AJSubscribe - Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/AJEnglish - Find us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/aljazeera - Check our website: http...
The British involvement in the Iraq war was and is extremely controversial. It was also, depending on how you look at it, a failure. But where were they based? Basra. Lets take a look at Basra and its people. See what we can learn. enjoy, mike x -------- Some other vids you should watch: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YkRw1vkk6lI&t;=48s https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gAP5fcOCChw ------- Email me: mike@mikeokay.co.uk Follow me on insta: https://www.instagram.com/mikeokennedyy/ -------- #iraq #arab #travel #middleeasttravel
Visit Iraq with me! https://www.dougbarnardtravel.com/trips In this vlog I spend all day exploring Basra, Iraq! We meet some incredible people, try some local food, and explore this amazing city. THANK YOU FOR WATCHING KEEP UP WITH ME: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/doug_barnard TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@doug_barnard X: https://www.x.com/doug_barnard Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dougbarnardtravel MY VLOGGING & TRAVEL GEAR: https://www.dougbarnardtravel.com/gear Music: Epidemic Sound. Get a 30 day free trial here! https://www.epidemicsound.com/referral/aui2n7/ Track: Steve Hartz - Never Get Old [NCS Release] Music provided by NoCopyrightSounds. Watch: https://youtu.be/sjQqv354mtI Free Download / Stream: http://ncs.io/NeverGetOld #iraq #basra #realiraq #iraqifood #ba...
A recent report by the Human Rights Watch shows that the failure of the Iraqi government to handle the water crisis in the city of Basra could worsen the already acute crisis. The lack of clean water and mismanagement of water sources in Basra triggered violent protests in 2018. #Iraq #Basra #watercrisis Subscribe: http://trt.world/subscribe Livestream: http://trt.world/ytlive Facebook: http://trt.world/facebook Twitter: http://trt.world/twitter Instagram: http://trt.world/instagram Visit our website: http://trt.world
How to make ordinary food healthy | Dr Shahzad Basra #HealthyEating #NutritionTips #DrShahzadBasra In this informative video, Dr. Shahzad Basra shares expert insights on transforming ordinary meals into healthy culinary delights. Discover practical tips and innovative techniques that can enhance the nutritional value of your everyday food. Join us as we explore simple yet effective ways to make healthier choices without sacrificing flavor.
The people of Basra react to British troops take over. From looting to anger to mistrust, all evident on a historic day. Reported by John Donvan , Producers James Blue and Mary Claude Foster, Camera Fletcher Johnson, Audio Charles Breiterman
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Basra, also written Basrah (Arabic: البصرة; BGN: Al Başrah), is an Iraqi city located on the Shatt al-Arab river between Kuwait and Iran. It had an estimated population of 1.5 million of 2012. Basra is also Iraq's main port, although it does not have deep water access, which is handled at the port of Umm Qasr.
The city is part of the historic location of Sumer, one of the ports from which Sinbad the Sailor journeyed, and a proposed location of the Garden of Eden. It played an important role in early Islamic history and was built in 636 AD or 14 AH. It is Iraq's second largest and most populous city after Baghdad (Mosul has an uncertain population under ISIS occupation). Basra is consistently one of the hottest cities in Iraq, with summer temperatures regularly exceeding 50 °C (122 °F).
The city was called by many names throughout its history, Basrah being the most common. In Arabic the word basrah means 'the overwatcher', which might have been an allusion to the city's origin as an Arab military base against the Sassanids. Some sources claim that the name is derived from the Persian word Bas-rah, which means "where many paths meet". Others have argued that the name is derived from the Aramaic word basratha, meaning 'place of huts' or 'settlement'.