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The position of the Iraqi newspaper Al-Bilad on the establishment of the Saadabad pact in 1937 | ||
| Kirkuk University Journal: Humanity Studies | ||
| Volume 21, Issue 1, March 2026, Pages 296-323 PDF (669.58 K) | ||
| Document Type: Research Paper | ||
| DOI: 10.32894/1992-1179.2026.168228.1329 | ||
| Author | ||
| Huda Abed Muhammad* | ||
| University of Baghdad Presidency of the University of Baghdad | ||
| Abstract | ||
| International treaties and agreements have historically played a crucial role in fostering cooperation and strengthening relations between countries, particularly those sharing common ties such as geographic proximity, cultural affinities, or religious unity, and facing similar external threats from expansionist powers. A notable example of this dynamic is the relationship between Iraq, Turkey, and Iran during the 1930s, which witnessed a significant rapprochement aimed at consolidating regional stability and mutual interests. This rapprochement culminated in the signing of the Saadabad Pact on July 8, 1937, which sought to establish comprehensive cooperation across various political, economic, and security domains, especially in response to external ambitions and risks that could undermine regional sovereignty. At the time, the newspaper Al-Bilad highlighted the significance of the pact, emphasizing its role in reinforcing regional unity and fostering a coordinated stance on major international issues, including the Palestinian question and developments related to World War II. Despite these efforts, the influence of the great powers challenged the implementation of the pact, seeking to undermine its objectives and destabilize the regional alignment. Al-Bilad meticulously documented these challenges and the resulting transformations, providing valuable insights into the limitations and resilience of regional agreements in the face of external pressures and shifting geopolitical interests. | ||
| Keywords | ||
| Newspaper; geographic proximity; Regional unity | ||
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