Excavating the Past: Uncovering Mass Graves of Iraq | Witness Documentary
May 19, 2025 #aljazeeraenglish #Iraq #humanrights
Forensic experts in Iraq meticulously work to identify the remains from mass graves, uncoveri
May 19, 2025 #aljazeeraenglish #Iraq #humanrights
Forensic experts in Iraq meticulously work to identify the remains from mass graves, uncovering the fates of thousands who disappeared during decades of conflict. With rare access to excavation sites, the unfolding story reveals the tireless efforts of DNA specialists and the emotional journeys of families seeking closure.
As bones and belongings resurface, survivors confront the harrowing legacy of the Saddam Hussein era, sectarian violence, and ISIL (ISIS) atrocities. The painstaking process of identification not only brings solace to grieving families but also fuels the broader fight for justice and accountability in a country still grappling with its traumatic past.
If the Dead Come Home is a documentary film by Aaron Weintraub.
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