Freelancing Becomes a Path to Independence for Young Iraqis

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A growing number of Iraqis are launching home-based or online businesses—from handmade products to juice shops—as they look for autonomy and higher earnings. Entrepreneurs like Nahida al-Hassani say freelance work offers “full freedom” compared to rigid hours and low salaries. But workers also warn of steep early losses and constant pressure to innovate in a largely unregulated market.