After losing his club and family members to Daesh, a judo coach has returned to train young people for free. His work shows how community spirit endures, despite Daesh efforts to destroy it. #TogetherforIraq

Baghouz celebrates its fourth Date Festival, bringing farmers and families from across the community together to showcase local products and shared traditions. After years of hardship, the festival is back. #RebuildTogether

In Diyala, local volunteers and doctors formed a relief team that provides medical care and support to local communities, saving thousands of lives. #TogetherForIraq

In southern al-Radd, the village’s rare freshwater wells are being restored to serve local residents and nearby communities. With solar-powered systems, the project is helping secure a sustainable source of clean water for the future. #RebuildTogether

Sakr Zakariya’s Baytna Cultural Centre celebrates the heritage Daesh tried to erase - hosting festivals, welcoming global leaders, and honouring the forces who liberated Mosul. #TogetherforIraq

Ammar al-Fajr uses his camera to share the stories of ordinary Iraqis and highlight unity across Iraq. His work is proof of Daesh’s failure to divide communities. #ExposingDaeshFailures

Destroyed during Daesh’s occupation, over 200 shops now operate at Mosul's Wednesday Market. Local traders work side by side daily, strengthening community connections. #TogetherforIraq

Thanks to a small loan from the Syria Recovery Trust Fund (SRTF), Um Midyen has overcome the barriers to her financial inclusion after being displaced during the Daesh conflict. #AJourneyHome

After leaving al-Hol camp, Um Hussam began producing cleaning products from her home, turning a small project into a step toward self-reliance. #AJourneyHome

In Sweib, farmers who returned after displacement are restoring their fields and rebuilding irrigation systems. Their work has turned once-scorched land into thriving farms, growing food and increasing opportunities across the region. #TogetherForIraq

After returning to Mosul from al-Hol camp, Ghazala rebuilt her life through sewing and childcare projects, creating stability for her family, thanks to support from the Ashor Iraqi Foundation for Relief and Development. #AJourneyHome

The Education Authority has renovated schools to create safe and welcoming spaces for students as a new academic year begins. The project marks an important step in strengthening education and hope across the community. #RebuildTogether

After losing his parents and home to war, Qaissar returned to Anbar with a mission. He is teaching young people football and turning the game into a force for healing: building unity, discipline, and hope in his community. #TogetherForIraq

Proper sewage infrastructure is now protecting the health of returning families and creating safer communities for the future. #RebuildTogether

Syria’s entry to the Global Coalition marks a pivotal moment, bringing the number of Coalition partners to 90 and strengthening regional cooperation.

In Mosul, a 65-year-old resident has transformed his war-damaged home into Mosuli Heritage House, a museum that now welcomes visitors daily. It celebrates the city’s history and keeps its traditions alive. #TogetherForIraq

Years ago, Um Zahra was forced by Daesh to flee Anbar. Today she has returned home and is using the skills she learned in Turkey to open a workshop that provides work for local women and returnees. #AJourneyHome

Football is bringing communities together in Syria, overcoming past divisions. Once banned under Daesh, the Tal Mashhan League now welcomes Syrians from all backgrounds, uniting them through sport. #RebuildTogether

After returning from Al-Hol, Hadiya launched a small handicraft business from her home which provides a reliable income for her family. #AJourneyHome

In 2014, Um Riyadh from Salah al-Din rallied her family to defend their community against Daesh. Though she lost her son and her home, her resolve never wavered. Her strength embodies Iraq’s enduring spirit in the fight for freedom. #TogetherforIraq

The Commission for International Justice and Accountability (CIJA) is a non-profit that documents atrocity crimes, supports prosecutions, and brings Daesh members to justice. Find out more about its work: #DaeshFacesJustice

Daesh burned Mosul University’s Central Library in 2017, destroying over a million books. Brave volunteers saved what they could. Rebuilt and digitised, the library reopened in 2022, a key component of Mosul’s enduring commitment to learning and education. #TogetherForIraq

At the Injaz Vocational Training Center in Baghouz, 20 young men, women and returnees from al-Hol camp are learning computer skills to build brighter futures. The Swaedna-led course helps equip youth for administrative jobs and a stronger, more connected community. #AJourneyHome

When Daesh occupied Mosul, cancer treatment came to a halt and critical medical equipment was destroyed. Now, with support from the French Development Agency, radiotherapy and CT services are back - giving new hope to patients and rebuilding trust in local healthcare. #TogetherforIraq

During Daesh’s occupation, residents fled Jalawla. Families have now returned: markets are bustling once more, electricity and water systems have been repaired and the streets have been repaved. Cooperation among all communities is restoring the city’s spirit of unity and progress. #TogetherForIraq

Founded in 2015, Wasl Tasl is active in Mosul and Ramadi, supporting women, youth, and al-Hol camp returnees through various programmes. #AJourneyHome

The Global Coalition's military mission in Iraq is evolving. See more:

At Nasiriyah Prison, Iraqi authorities are implementing the “I’tidal” programme to rehabilitate inmates once affiliated with Daesh. Through intellectual and professional workshops, the programme supports the rejection of extremism to ensure prisoners, once released, contribute to communities.

In a speech at the 80th UN General Assembly, Iraqi President Abdul Latif Rashid noted the importance of reintegrating and repatriating residents of al-Hol camp, drawing attention to Iraq and the Coalition's efforts to sustainably reintegrate returnees. #AJourneyHome

After Daesh was expelled from Syria, local authorities have restored water infrastructure across the country - a vital first step in rebuilding in the wake of Daesh destruction. #RebuildTogether

In Deir Ezzor, QRD is training 16 women - nine returnees from al-Hol and seven local residents - in detergent production. From liquid soap to shampoos and air fresheners, the project builds livelihoods while fostering integration and small business opportunities. #AJourneyHome

Statement by Chief Pentagon Spokesman Sean Parnell on the Iraq transition:

Under Daesh, public celebrations like the Jobi dance were banned. Today, the Jobi is being performed once more, reviving heritage and bringing communities back together. #TogetherforIraq

In Baghouz, Swaedna launched a project to provide women returnees with vocational skills in tailoring. The initiative equips participants with practical tools to earn a living, strengthen independence and contribute to their community. #AJourneyHome

Since the defeat of Daesh, residents have returned to their lands in Qana, Southern Hasakah, turning them into green fields and sustainable livelihoods. Today, the village provides seasonal farming work for over 2,500 people from across northeastern Syria. #RebuildTogether

At 63, Christian carpenter Rayan Naboud is Mosul’s oldest cradle-maker. Returning in 2018 from his displacement, he reopened his workshop and now teaches 12 young Muslim apprentices who share his desire to continue a decades-old tradition. #TogetherForIraq

We commemorate the International Day of Peace. Across Iraq, communities once occupied by Daesh are rebuilding homes, reconnecting communities and creating a better future together. #TogetherForIraq

Daesh once banned gaming centres, seizing consoles and shutting down safe spaces for young people. Today, these centres are open again - bringing community, and normality back to Iraq’s youth. #TogetherForIraq

When Manal returned from al-Hol, she received a cow through community support. Selling milk provides for her children’s needs, including medical care. She is rebuilding her life with hope and dignity, and dreams of growing her herd. #AJourneyHome

From emergency response under Daesh's control to long-term peacebuilding, the Iraqi Ashor Foundation has grown with Iraq’s needs. Urgent aid for displaced families evolved to programmes supporting returnees, strengthening communities, and building social cohesion across Iraq. #TogetherforIraq

In Al-Soussa, 16 participants - half returnees, half local residents - are gaining new skills in solar energy installation. Over 25 sessions, they learn how to set up panels, batteries, and inverters, preparing for jobs in a growing market and building a more sustainable future. #AJourneyHome

In Iraq and Syria, Daesh destroyed schools and deprived millions of children of safe educational spaces.

Mosul has reopened three of its most iconic landmarks - Al-Nuri Mosque, the Clock Church, and Al-Tahira Church - as part of UNESCO’s ‘Revive the Spirit of Mosul’ initiative, supported by international partners. A key milestone in restoring the city’s cultural heritage. #TogetherforIraq

During Daesh’s control, barbershops were shut down, shaving was banned, and equipment was destroyed under the pretext of enforcing “Sharia.” After liberation, barbershops reopened thanks to the efforts of people like Ibrahim. #TogetherforIraq

Once under Daesh control, Hasakah’s Ghweiran neighbourhood is slowly coming back to life. Previously displaced residents are now returning and rebuilding the area. #RebuildTogether

In northeast Syria, many have lost limbs to landmines and explosives left behind by Daesh. Today, survivors are undergoing rehabilitation and using prosthetic limbs, making progress in long and tough recovery journeys. #RebuildTogether

The Al-Haq Foundation for Human Rights is working to ensure accountability for individuals involved with Daesh. By documenting crimes, supporting victims, and connecting them with local authorities, the foundation seeks justice for those affected by Daesh atrocities. #DaeshFacesJustice

Despite having to retreat from public life during Daesh’s occupation, Hazel has now built up her own flower shop into a thriving business. Her success is part of a growing number of Syrian women who are once again able to contribute to the local economy after years of oppression. #RebuildTogether

The territorial defeat of Daesh was hard fought. Today, with the Iraqi Security Forces in the lead, the ISF and Coalition partners are ensuring the scattered remnants of Daesh no longer threaten to hold or control territory in Iraq. #DefeatDaesh

In August 2014, Daesh committed a heinous crime against the inhabitants of eastern Deir Ezzor, as punishment for their refusal to submit to its oppression. This month, communities gathered to heal and commemorate the victims. #RebuildTogether