Iraq is located in the Middle East, between Iran and Kuwait.  It is the site between the Tigris and Euphrates Rivers, commonly referred to as the Fertile Crescent.  The country also borders Jordan, Saudi Arabia, Syria and Turkey.  In addition, it borders the Persian Gulf, with access to the strategic Shatt al Arab waterway, a route excellent for trade and transportation.  Iraq's area is a total of 437, 072 sq km, which is twice the size of Idaho...read more