VOICED: Iraq's national museum, a survivor of war

The transcript discusses the looting of Iraq's prestigious museum following the US-led invasion and the subsequent criticism of American forces for not intervening. Efforts by the Iraqi ministry have led to the recovery of 6,000 out of 15,000 stolen artifacts, with contributions from international and local sources. Abdul, an Iraqi citizen, has made it his personal mission to recover these artifacts, emphasizing the importance of preserving Iraq's cultural heritage. Iraq, known as the cradle of civilization, aims to attract archaeologists for research, despite ongoing security concerns. Currently, the museum is open only to organized groups.

Why does Iraq pride itself as the cradle of civilization?

What are the current security concerns regarding the museum's operations?