Baghdad:Iraq has achieved remarkable success at the WAMAS International Olympiad 2026 held in Turkey, securing six world titles, including two prestigious “Super Champion” titles and four “Champion” titles. This significant achievement highlights the exceptional academic abilities of the Iraqi participants across various scientific categories.

According to Iraqi News Agency, Guljan Berdibekova, head of the WAMAS organization for international mental arithmetic competitions, expressed surprise at the outstanding performance of the Iraqi children. The participants demonstrated exceptional proficiency in smart mathematics, mental arithmetic, languages, and programming, achieving flawless results without any errors.

Berdibekova noted that the Iraqi delegation’s impressive results prompted multiple reviews by the judging panel to confirm their accuracy, underscoring the advanced level of the participants. She praised Iraq’s scientific talent and the professionalism of the delegation’s management, which supported both Iraqi and other participating children.

The Olympiad saw participation from over 20 countries, including China, Russia, and the United Kingdom, among others. More than 400 competitors and 40 international organizations were involved, with events held both in person and online.

Shahad Al-Rubaie, head of the Iraqi delegation, confirmed that securing six global titles marks a major scientific achievement for Iraq. She highlighted the joy and significance of this success, noting the intense competition faced by the Iraqi children. Despite challenges with visa and travel procedures, the delegation excelled in all four scientific fields.

Al-Rubaie called for increased support for Iraq’s scientific talents and emphasized the importance of facilitating their participation in international competitions to enhance their capabilities and elevate Iraq’s global standing in scientific forums.