Iraq map and facts
Republic of Iraq · Western Asia, Asia. Capital: Baghdad.
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Iraq in magenta, neighbours in pink · ● capital
Iraq in context
Iraq is home to about 46.1 million people, 0.58% of the world's population, on 438,317 km² of territory. It shares land borders with 6 countries: Iran, Jordan, Kuwait, Saudi Arabia, Syria, Türkiye.
Closest in size in Asia: compare Iraq and Uzbekistan. To see its real size against other places, try the true size map.
Iraq FAQ
What is the capital of Iraq?
The capital of Iraq is Baghdad.
What is the population of Iraq?
About 46.1 million people (46,118,793), which ranks 34th of 197 countries.
How big is Iraq?
Iraq covers 438,317 km² (169,235 sq mi), the 58th-largest country by area.
What continent is Iraq in?
Iraq is in Asia, in the Western Asia subregion.
What countries border Iraq?
Iraq borders 6 countries: Iran, Jordan, Kuwait, Saudi Arabia, Syria, Türkiye.
What language is spoken in Iraq?
Official or national languages: Arabic, Aramaic, Sorani.