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Kurdish Shepherd Grazes Goats In Central Erbil Amid Rapid Urban Expansion
Kurdish shepherd Mohamad Hashim rests with his prayer beads and traditional wooden staff as his goats graze on a grassy patch in the heart of Erbil, Iraq, on February 23, 2026. In the background, modern high-rise residential buildings and busy city traffic highlight the stark contrast between the region's rapid urban expansion and its deep-rooted pastoral traditions. Despite the city's transformation into a modern hub, some locals continue to practice traditional livestock herding within the urban landscape (Photo by Sabur Rashid/NurPhoto).
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| Photo ID | #13364101 |
|---|---|
| Date Taken | |
| Location | N/A |
| Photographer | Sabur Rashid/NurPhoto |
| Category | Economy, Business and Finance |
| Copyright | © 2026 NurPhoto - Sabur Rashid/NurPhoto |
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