Babylon was once the center of the world — the birthplace of empires, religion, writing, trade, and human civilization itself ...

BABYLON, Iraq (Reuters) - For a site whose historical importance ranks with Egypt's Pyramids, the ancient Mesopotamian city of Babylon has suffered some rough treatment. In recent times, U.S. troops ...

Hillah, Iraq (CNN) — The sun hangs heavy over central Iraq in late afternoon, painting the ruins of Babylon in heat and light. Dust rises from the ground in soft clouds, carrying a faint scent that ...

Perched high above the ancient ruins of Babylon sits one of the most disturbing reminders of modern Iraqi history — Saddam Hussein’s abandoned palace. Built as a symbol of power, wealth, and control, ...