Basra: The Mustafa Jamal Al-Din Literary Association in Basra has resumed its cultural activities by hosting a poetry session featuring the poet Inas Hashim. The event was attended by a select group of Basra’s writers and intellectuals, marking a significant moment in the city’s literary scene.

According to National Iraqi News Agency, the session was moderated by Dr. Walid Abdul Majeed. The head of the association, Muhammad Mustafa Jamal Al-Din, opened the session with a speech. He emphasized that the resumption of cultural activities signifies the association’s ongoing mission to embrace creativity and strengthen the literary movement. He welcomed Inas Hashim, who was appearing on the association’s platform for the first time, and highlighted her as one of the promising poetic voices in Basra, recognized for her distinctive creative experience.

The program included a tribute to the late great poet Mustafa Jamal al-Din, featuring a recording of him reciting a passage from his poem “Al-Hussein.” This was done to honor his poetic legacy, which the association proudly bears.

Dr. Walid Abdul Majeed engaged in a dialogue with Inas Hashim, exploring significant milestones in her literary journey, her beginnings in poetry, and her vision of creative expression. Hashim shared a selection of her poems, which touched on emotional, patriotic, and humanitarian themes, much to the audience’s admiration.

Audience members participated with interventions and questions, fostering a purposeful cultural dialogue and literary interaction. The atmosphere was described as one of engaging cultural exchange.

At the session’s conclusion, the association’s president, Muhammad Mustafa Jamal al-Din, awarded Inas Hashim the Mustafa Jamal al-Din Certificate of Appreciation, acknowledging her valuable contribution to the event. Attendees lauded the literary and cultural caliber of the session, underlining the importance of such gatherings in revitalizing Basra’s cultural landscape.