Since 2016, the production and sale of alcohol have been completely prohibited in Iraq. Offenders can face fines ranging from $8,000 to $20,000. This ban on alcohol is rooted in Iraq's conservative cultural and religious values, with the majority of the population adhering to Islam. The prohibition aims to align with Islamic teachings, which discourage the consumption of intoxicating substances. While this regulation is strictly enforced, some non-Muslim communities, such as Christians, are allowed limited personal alcohol use for religious purposes within their own communities. The prohibition reflects the ongoing effort to uphold the country's cultural and religious norms while acknowledging the diversity of its population.

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