IOM's placename database* These datasets are intended for coordination and operations in humanitarian activities. * The purpose of this settlements list in particular is as a gazetteer for geographical reference. It is not intended as a cartographic source or as an authoritative reference list. * The list is derived from IOM's placename database, which is the most extensive currently maintained placename source available for Iraq, and provides compatability with IOM's Displacement Tracking Matrix (DTM). * The list does NOT contain any designations of hierarchy (e.g. governorate / district capitals) or of size (e.g. settlement size or population size). Thus, the placenames refer to a variety of populated places including cities, towns, villages and neighbourhoods. * Arabic names are in the process of being added; some are included in this dataset.settlements-villages-towns-citiesHumanitarian Data ExchangePublicIraq - Settlements (villages, towns, cities)DatasetsIraq2014-07-22