The Baghdad Municipality denied on Wednesday reports that Al-Zawraa Park in the heart of the capital would be converted into residential complexes.
In a statement carried by Iraq Times Agency, the municipality said, "We categorically deny what has been circulating on some social media platforms regarding the relocation of Al-Zawraa Park or the conversion of its current location into residential complexes."
The municipality explained that "these misleading reports and information are being continuously raised and republished with the aim of spreading misinformation, distorting the image of the Baghdad Municipality, and targeting its dedicated and sincere staff who work to develop the capital and meet the needs of its residents."
The municipality added, "The Baghdad Municipality affirms its commitment to preserving Al-Zawraa Park as a public green space and calls on citizens to rely on official sources for accurate information and not to be swayed by baseless rumors."
Reports circulating on various news platforms and websites claimed that Al-Zawraa Park in Baghdad was intended to be converted into residential complexes.
Baghdad Municipality: Converting Al-Zawraa Park into residential complexes is incorrect.
