The Duchess of Edinburgh Makes Historical Visit to Baghdad
The Duchess of Edinburgh, Sophie, visited Baghdad for the first time in the history of the UK royal family.
She went to support victims of sexual violence and promote female participation in peace efforts.
The trip was kept secret for security reasons.
She delivered a speech at the Women's Voices First Conference and met with the country's president and prime minister.
The UK Ambassador to Iraq praised her for being the first member of the royal family to visit Baghdad.
During her visit, she discussed education and future ambitions with students, met with senior female business leaders, and visited a family planning center.
She also met with Iraq's First Lady during her meeting with President Abdul Latif Rashid.
The trip was kept secret for security reasons.
She delivered a speech at the Women's Voices First Conference and met with the country's president and prime minister.
The UK Ambassador to Iraq praised her for being the first member of the royal family to visit Baghdad.
During her visit, she discussed education and future ambitions with students, met with senior female business leaders, and visited a family planning center.
She also met with Iraq's First Lady during her meeting with President Abdul Latif Rashid.
