This archival recording from 2020 features an insightful dialogue between General David H. Petraeus, former Commander of the Surge in Iraq and former Director of the CIA, and Omar Mohammed, historian and founder of Mosul Eye. The discussion explores Iraq’s recent history, challenges, and potential paths forward following the fall of Saddam Hussein.
General Petraeus offers strategic analysis and personal insights, reflecting deeply on Iraq’s complex journey. He notably stated:
"We may have left Iraq, but Iraq has never left us. The people of Iraq have always been on my mind and in my heart."
During the conversation, General Petraeus also recognized the critical role of Mosul Eye in documenting events during ISIS occupation:
"You were among the single best sources that anyone could find of the situation in a city for which I have enormous affection and in which I have great interest."
The event also included valuable perspectives from General Najam Al-Jabouri, former Governor of Nineveh and a key leader in the 2006 battle against Al-Qaeda in Iraq, and Ambassador Fareed Yasin, then Iraqi Ambassador to Washington. Their military and diplomatic insights provided crucial context and depth.
This archival dialogue is significant as a historical record, capturing firsthand accounts and reflections on resilience, recovery, and the enduring aspirations for peace and prosperity in Iraq.
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