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Anbar Province

Anbar Province is one of the largest provinces in Iraq, located in the western part of the country. It has a predominantly desert landscape and is known for its strategic significance due to its proximity to the borders with Syria and Jordan. Anbar has a mixed population, including Sunni Arabs, and has been a focal point of conflict, particularly during the Iraq War, facing issues like insurgency and political instability. The province's capital is Ramadi, and its culture is influenced by tribal traditions and the challenges of modernization and security in a historically tumultuous region.