History The Ottoman Empire Questions
The Ottoman Empire had a complex relationship with the Kingdom of Iraq. Iraq was a part of the Ottoman Empire from the 16th century until the end of World War I. During this time, the Ottomans exerted control over Iraq and its territories, ruling through local governors. However, there were periods of unrest and rebellion in Iraq against Ottoman rule. In the early 20th century, as the Ottoman Empire weakened, Iraq sought greater autonomy and self-governance. After World War I, the Ottoman Empire collapsed, and Iraq gained independence under British administration.