ARCHAEOLOGY IN THE SHADOW OF THE ZIGGURAT: INITIAL RESULTS OF A COLLABORATIVE PROGRAMME AT UR

The region of ancient Mesopotamia has long been a focal point for archaeological investigations. Since the early explorations nineteenth century, discipline transformed along with region, witnessing colonialism and independence, as well coups conflicts. At end twentieth international investment experienced significant decline in this due to ongoing war embargoes. In wake Iraq War, foreign teams have begun flooding back into Kurdistan Region southern governorates. However, approach excavations changed great deal since fall Ba'ath government. Where once there was strict policy segregation between local archaeologists, collaborations are now encouraged. difficulty become finding how build sustain these relationships, re-opening lines exchange learning. This article approaches question case study 2017 at Ur Dhi Qar governorate south Iraq.