National Media Centre (Iraq)

The National Media Centre (Iraq) served as the official media arm of the Iraqi government under Saddam Hussein. Its primary function was to control and disseminate information within Iraq and to the outside world, presenting the government's perspective on domestic and international affairs. The Centre managed journalists' access to events, provided briefings, and released official statements. It played a crucial role in shaping public opinion both within Iraq and internationally during periods of conflict and political tension. The National Media Centre’s activities were characterized by stringent censorship and propaganda, promoting the Ba'athist regime's ideology and suppressing dissenting voices. It ceased operations following the 2003 invasion of Iraq. Its records are considered vital historical documents for understanding the Iraqi government's media strategies and its control over information during that era.