Iraq's Veli Magazine publishes its 271st issue, spotlighting digital influencers

BAGHDAD, Iraq — Veli Magazine has released its 271st edition, dated July 2026, covering a wide range of national and regional topics. In the issue's editorial, Editor-in-Chief Ali Husayn Veli examines the rise of digital influencers in Iraq and their growing influence on young people, arguing that traditional media is losing its appeal. The issue also features reporting on the global market potential of Ilam tarp weaving, a craft with 8,000 years of history, and on efforts to bring untouchable major thieves before the courts. A separate piece outlines a plan for Iraq's electricity sector, which currently operates with a 50 percent shortfall, involving 25 million solar panels. Additional topics include how political parties use special grades to control key state positions and citizen concerns over new property registration fees. The edition also covers the disappearance of dolphins from Baghdad's waters during the summer heat and the journey of women from the performing arts into the automotive sector.