Twenty years after the U.S.-led invasion of Iraq, a gripping documentary asks: Was it worth it?
On March 20, 2003, the world watched as U.S. and coalition forces launched Operation Iraqi Freedom. Two decades later, CGTN’s new 3-episode series ‘The Legacy of War: Iraq 20 Years On’ revisits the shattered promises of democracy and stability—through the eyes of everyday Iraqis. 🌍💔
‘They said we’d get freedom, but what came was chaos,’ shares Ahmed, a Baghdad teacher featured in the documentary. From crumbling infrastructure to sectarian divides, the series unpacks how the invasion reshaped—or failed to reshape—a nation. Spoiler: It’s more Breaking Bad than fairy-tale ending.
War’s Hidden Costs 🏚️
While headlines faded, Iraqis grappled with displacement, economic collapse, and a generational identity crisis. The docu-series highlights untold stories: a doctor rebuilding hospitals, artists using graffiti to protest corruption, and families still searching for loved ones lost in the conflict. 🩸🎨
‘Democracy isn’t just elections,’ argues historian Layla Al-Maliki in Episode 2. ‘It’s schools, jobs, and trust—none of which arrived.’
Stream the Truth 🎬
Ready for a raw, unflinching deep dive? ‘The Legacy of War’ drops this week—perfect for history buffs, activists, or anyone who thinks geopolitical drama should come with a trigger warning. 📉🔍
