Iraq: Iraqis struggle with extreme heat as Baghdad temperatures near 50C.

SHOTLIST: BAGHDAD, IRAQ (JUNE 24, 2026) 1. PEOPLE STRUGGLING WITH HEAT IN BAGHDAD STREETS 2. VARIOUS OF PEOPLE WALKING IN HOT WEATHER / CITY TRAFFIC / STREET VENDORS SELLING COLD DRINKS 3. STUDENT AHMED RAGHIB SPEAKING TO REPORTER (Arabic) 4. PEOPLE TRYING TO PROTECT THEMSELVES FROM SUN 5. IRAQI RESIDENT SALAM SAHIB SPEAKING TO REPORTER (Arabic) 6. VARIOUS OF STREETS AND AVENUES IN BAGHDAD / CITY TRAFFIC 7. JOURNALIST INTISAR FATLAWI SPEAKING TO REPORTER (Arabic)BAGHDAD, IRAQ - JUNE 24, 2026: Iraqis struggled to cope with extreme heat on Wednesday, June 24, as temperatures in Baghdad neared 50C, prompting many residents to seek shelter indoors and limit outdoor activities during the hottest hours of the day. The sharp rise in temperatures since June has led to greater use of air conditioners and cooling systems, placing additional strain on the electricity grid and causing frequent blackouts across many neighborhoods. Recurring power outages are further disrupting daily life in Baghdad, forcing many residents to rely on private generators and adding to the financial burden on households.