Under the guidance of the Dean of the College of Arts, Professor Dr Ali Abdul-Amir, work has officially commenced on the rehabilitation of the archaeological excavation mission headquarters of the Department of Archaeology at the ancient site of Sippar (Tell Abu Habbah). This strategic initiative aligns with the University of Baghdad’s vision of achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
Furthermore, with the aim of strengthening joint scientific cooperation, benefiting from international expertise in archaeological excavations, and promoting joint international publications between the Department of Archaeology’s academic staff and researchers at reputable Western universities.
In this context, on Monday, 8 June 2026, the Dean of the College of Arts conducted an inspection visit to the archaeological site of Sippar. He was accompanied by the Head of the Department of Archaeology, Assistant Professor Dr Anmar Abdul-Ilah Fadhil; Senior Engineer Amjad Nabil; the College of Arts Follow-up Director, Mr Raed Ali; the Director of the Yousifiya Antiquities Inspectorate, Mr Hisham; and several members of the Inspectorate.
The visit aimed to assess the current condition of the ancient city and conduct a technical inspection of the former excavation mission headquarters. The visit resulted in the development of a comprehensive implementation plan for the first phase of the project, which involves preparing the necessary logistical facilities and infrastructure for the excavation mission headquarters. These measures are intended to ensure the long-term sustainability of archaeological research and fieldwork at the site while creating sustainable opportunities for promoting cultural tourism and supporting future local economic development.
