CHANCERIESTHE DIPLOMATIC ATLAS

Embassy of the Republic of Iraq

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Embassy of the Republic of Iraq

1801 P Street NW, Washington, DC

Orange Roman brick, a broad arched entrance, and two different balconies distinguish the former Boardman family house at Dupont Circle.

FactValueBasis and sources
Constructedc. 1890verified Circa 1890 in the DC inventory; later secondary accounts give 1893.
  1. commons.wikimedia.org
  2. iraqiembassy.us
  3. maps2.dcgis.dc.gov
  4. planning.dc.gov
  5. www.washingtonpost.com
Diplomatic use1962documented-by Earliest documented Iraqi use established in this review; not a claim that no earlier diplomatic tenant existed.
  1. commons.wikimedia.org
  2. iraqiembassy.us
  3. maps2.dcgis.dc.gov
  4. planning.dc.gov
  5. www.washingtonpost.com
NeighborhoodDupont Circleverified
  1. commons.wikimedia.org
  2. iraqiembassy.us
  3. maps2.dcgis.dc.gov
  4. planning.dc.gov
  5. www.washingtonpost.com
ArchitectHornblower & Marshallverified
  1. commons.wikimedia.org
  2. iraqiembassy.us
  3. maps2.dcgis.dc.gov
  4. planning.dc.gov
  5. www.washingtonpost.com
Rooms30reported Total rooms, not bedrooms. Dated report or assessor-derived secondary record.
  1. commons.wikimedia.org
  2. iraqiembassy.us
  3. maps2.dcgis.dc.gov
  4. planning.dc.gov
  5. www.washingtonpost.com
Building areaApprox. 15,930 sq ftestimated; 493.3 m² × 3 floors × 10.7639 Model-derived gross approximation from footprint × occupied floor allowance; not an assessor measurement.
  1. maps2.dcgis.dc.gov
Land area10,620 sq ftverified 2026 DC assessment record; parcel SSL is recorded in the evidence ledger.
  1. maps2.dcgis.dc.gov
2026 Value$12,032,070verified 2026 DC assessment record; parcel SSL is recorded in the evidence ledger.
  1. maps2.dcgis.dc.gov
Acquired by Iraq1961reported Acquisition and diplomatic occupation are separate dates.
  1. www.washingtonpost.com

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Iraqi Consular Services Building

3421 Massachusetts Avenue NW, Washington, DC

A brick Tudor house with white timbering, intersecting gables, and a glazed porch now houses Iraqi consular services.

FactValueBasis and sources
Constructed1927reported 1927 reported in the Commons property history; other accounts say about 1920. Not resolved by a primary building permit.
  1. commons.wikimedia.org
  2. iraqiembassy.us
  3. maps2.dcgis.dc.gov
Diplomatic use2008documented-by Earliest documented Iraqi use established in this review; not a claim that no earlier diplomatic tenant existed.
  1. commons.wikimedia.org
  2. iraqiembassy.us
  3. maps2.dcgis.dc.gov
NeighborhoodObservatory Circleverified
  1. commons.wikimedia.org
  2. iraqiembassy.us
  3. maps2.dcgis.dc.gov
ArchitectNot verifiedunverified Not established after the source searches listed in the property evidence record.
  1. commons.wikimedia.org
  2. iraqiembassy.us
  3. maps2.dcgis.dc.gov
Rooms14verified; DC CAMA residential ROOMS field for SSL 1939 0025, building 1: 14. This is the assessor room count; bathrooms and bedrooms are recorded in separate fields, so it is not a count of every enclosed space.
  1. maps2.dcgis.dc.gov
Building areaApprox. 5,430 sq ftestimated; 201.9 m² × 2.5 floor equivalents × 10.7639 Model-derived gross approximation from footprint × occupied floor allowance; not an assessor measurement.
  1. maps2.dcgis.dc.gov
Land area5,974 sq ftverified 2026 DC assessment record; parcel SSL is recorded in the evidence ledger.
  1. maps2.dcgis.dc.gov
2026 Value$4,443,320verified 2026 DC assessment record; parcel SSL is recorded in the evidence ledger.
  1. maps2.dcgis.dc.gov
Acquired by Iraq2006verified Acquisition and diplomatic occupation are separate dates.
  1. maps2.dcgis.dc.gov

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Iraqi Ambassador’s Residence

3006 Albemarle Street NW, Washington, DC

Known as Beachwoods, this 1910 house stands on a wooded Forest Hills parcel. A 2018 diplomatic invitation identifies it as the ambassador’s residence.

FactValueBasis and sources
Constructed1910verified
  1. efile.fara.gov
  2. maps2.dcgis.dc.gov
  3. washingtonlife.com
  4. www.countyoffice.org
Diplomatic use2018documented-by Earliest documented Iraqi use established in this review; not a claim that no earlier diplomatic tenant existed.
  1. efile.fara.gov
  2. maps2.dcgis.dc.gov
  3. washingtonlife.com
  4. www.countyoffice.org
NeighborhoodForest Hillsverified
  1. efile.fara.gov
  2. maps2.dcgis.dc.gov
  3. washingtonlife.com
  4. www.countyoffice.org
ArchitectNot verifiedunverified Not established after the source searches listed in the property evidence record.
  1. efile.fara.gov
  2. maps2.dcgis.dc.gov
  3. washingtonlife.com
  4. www.countyoffice.org
Rooms22reported Total rooms, not bedrooms. Dated report or assessor-derived secondary record.
  1. efile.fara.gov
  2. maps2.dcgis.dc.gov
  3. washingtonlife.com
  4. www.countyoffice.org
Building area6,687 sq ftreported Reported living area, not gross floor area including basement.
  1. efile.fara.gov
  2. maps2.dcgis.dc.gov
  3. washingtonlife.com
  4. www.countyoffice.org
Land area60,296 sq ftverified 2026 DC assessment record; parcel SSL is recorded in the evidence ledger.
  1. maps2.dcgis.dc.gov
2026 Value$9,434,480verified 2026 DC assessment record; parcel SSL is recorded in the evidence ledger.
  1. maps2.dcgis.dc.gov
Acquired by Iraq2009verified Acquisition and diplomatic occupation are separate dates.
  1. maps2.dcgis.dc.gov

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Historic Woodland Drive residence

3110 Woodland Drive NW, Washington, DC

The 2004 bilateral property agreement identifies this house as Iraq’s ambassadorial residence. Iraq remains the recorded owner; its current use is unresolved.

FactValueBasis and sources
Constructed1925verified
  1. 2001-2009.state.gov
  2. maps2.dcgis.dc.gov
  3. www.redfin.com
Diplomatic use2004documented-by Earliest documented Iraqi use established in this review; not a claim that no earlier diplomatic tenant existed.
  1. 2001-2009.state.gov
  2. maps2.dcgis.dc.gov
  3. www.redfin.com
NeighborhoodMassachusetts Avenue Heightsverified
  1. 2001-2009.state.gov
  2. maps2.dcgis.dc.gov
  3. www.redfin.com
ArchitectNot verifiedunverified Not established after the source searches listed in the property evidence record.
  1. 2001-2009.state.gov
  2. maps2.dcgis.dc.gov
  3. www.redfin.com
Rooms14verified; DC CAMA residential ROOMS field for SSL 2124 0063, building 1: 14. This is the assessor room count; bathrooms and bedrooms are recorded in separate fields, so it is not a count of every enclosed space.
  1. maps2.dcgis.dc.gov
Building area7,780 sq ftreported Reported living area, not gross floor area including basement.
  1. 2001-2009.state.gov
  2. maps2.dcgis.dc.gov
  3. www.redfin.com
Land area44,741 sq ftverified 2026 DC assessment record; parcel SSL is recorded in the evidence ledger.
  1. maps2.dcgis.dc.gov
2026 Value$10,868,860verified 2026 DC assessment record; parcel SSL is recorded in the evidence ledger.
  1. maps2.dcgis.dc.gov

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Historic Moments

Diplomatic relations begin

1931-03-30

The United States establishes a legation in Baghdad. Iraq later opens its own resident mission in Washington, giving both governments direct diplomatic representation.

War breaks diplomatic ties

1967-06-07

Iraq severs relations during the Arab–Israeli war. Diplomats arrange departures and the protection of their buildings; interests sections later preserve a narrower channel.

Embassies reopen

1984-11-26

Iraq and the United States restore relations after seventeen years. Their interests sections become embassies, and Nizar Hamdoon prepares to serve as ambassador in Washington.

The Gulf War closes embassies

1991-02-09

Iraq’s invasion of Kuwait brings sanctions, war, and another break in relations. Small interests sections replace the embassies after the fighting begins.

Diplomacy returns after occupation

2004-06-28

The transfer of authority to Iraq’s interim government restores diplomatic relations. Iraq’s Washington representative presses for sovereignty, reconstruction, and a broader political transition.

Agreements set the terms

2008-11-17

Iraq and the United States sign a security agreement and a broader Strategic Framework Agreement. They establish rules for American forces and a basis for cooperation beyond the war.

Chiefs of Mission

DiplomatOfficeRecorded serviceStatus
Ali Jawdat al-AyyubiMinister1942–1947Former
Ali Jawdat al-AyyubiAmbassadorCredentials 1947Former
Ahmed Izzet MohammedChargé d’affairesDocumented 1948Former
Abdullah Ibrahim BakrChargé d’affaires1948–1953Former
Abdul Jalil RawiChargé d’affaires1953–1953Former
Moussa Al-ShabandarAmbassadorCredentials 1953; attested 1956Former
Ali Haider SulaimanAmbassadorCredentials 1959; attested 1960Former
Nasir al-HaniAmbassadorCredentials 1964Former
Nuri JamilAmbassadorDesignated 1967Designate
Salim Yusuf MansoorChief of Interests SectionFrom February 1973Former
Amin al-HassanChief of Interests SectionDocumented 1975Former
Mouhyi al-KhateebChief of Interests Section1977–1979Former
Raad H. ShihabChief of Interests SectionDocumented 1980Former
Nizar HamdoonChief of Interests Section1983–1984Former
Nizar HamdoonChargé d’affaires1984–1985Former
Nizar HamdoonAmbassadorCredentials 1985Former
Abdul Amir al-AnbariAmbassador1987–1989Former
Mohamed Sadiq al-MashatAmbassador1989–1991Former
Adnan MalikChief of Interests SectionDocumented 1994Former
Khairi O. T. al-ZubaidiChief of Interests SectionDocumented 1997–1998Former
Akram J. M. al-DouriChief of Interests SectionDocumented 1999–2003Former
Rend al-RahimRepresentative2003–2004/2005Former
Said Shihab AhmadChargé d’affaires2005–2006Former
Samir SumaidaieAmbassadorCredentials 2006Former
Jabir Habeb JabirAmbassador2012–2013Former
Lukman FailyAmbassador2013–2016Former
Fareed YasseenAmbassador2016–2022Former
Nazar Al-KhirullahAmbassador2023–2026Former
Abbas Kadhum Ubayd al-FatlawiChargé d’affairesAttested October 2026Former
Krikor Der-HagopianAmbassador2026–PresentCurrent