Condolence ••••• The Prime Minister, Mr. Ali Faleh Al-Zaidi, offers his condolences to the artistic and cultural circles on the passing of the artist, theatrical pioneer, and academic, Dr. Salah Al-Qasab. The deceased was one of the symbols of the theatrical and artistic movement during a rich journey of giving that extended for decades, and left his distinctive mark on the entire Iraqi cultural scene. May God have mercy on the late Al-Qasab, the artist and professor, and grant his family and lovers patience and solace. We belong to Allah and to Him we shall return. ••••• Media Office of the Prime Minister 16-August-2026