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The United Nations envoy to Iraq Lakhdar Brahimi (2L) listens to Muwafad Al-Rubei i, a Council member as they walk together after the meeting between U.N. team and Iraqi Governing Council members in Baghdad, February 8, 2004. Iraqs U.S.-backed Governing Council met on Sunday a U.N. team that will judge if elections demanded by the Shi ite majority can be held before Washington hands sovereignty back to Iraqis at mid-year. REUTERS/Faleh Kheiber - RTRC5XI
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In this powerful image captured by Reuters photographer Faleh Kheiber, we witness a significant moment in Iraq's history. The print showcases Lakhdar Brahimi, the United Nations envoy to Iraq, engaged in deep conversation with Muwafad Al-Rubei i, a member of the Iraqi Governing Council. Taken on February 8,2004, in Baghdad, this meeting between the U. N. team and Iraqi Governing Council members holds immense importance as it pertains to the future of Iraq's sovereignty. With elections demanded by the Shiite majority looming ahead and Washington preparing to hand over control back to Iraqis later that year, tensions are high. The photograph encapsulates both hope and uncertainty as Brahimi intently listens to Al-Rubei i's words while they walk together. Their body language suggests a shared understanding of the weighty decisions that lie ahead for their war-torn nation. This image serves as a reminder of the complex challenges faced by those involved in rebuilding post-war Iraq and establishing democratic processes amidst ongoing conflict. It symbolizes diplomacy at its core - two individuals from different backgrounds coming together with a common goal: determining if holding elections is feasible before transferring power back to Iraqi hands. Faleh Kheiber's skillful composition captures not only an important historical event but also highlights the human connection forged through dialogue during times of great uncertainty.
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