Iraqi woman's age challenges record books, authorities investigate

According to the latest data from the census conducted on November 20th, Iraq's population now stands at approximately 45.4 million. This information was announced by the country's Prime Minister, Muhammad Shia al-Sudani.

One of the more unusual participants in this year’s census was Rawshe Qassim, a resident of the Sinjar district in the Nineveh province. According to TVN24, the Kurd has gained fame due to the extraordinary age suggested by her identification documents—they indicate that she was born in 1887, which would mean she is 137 years old.

The case has attracted the interest of the media and the authorities, who have announced the verification of the data contained in her identification card.

Despite her advanced age, Rawshe Qassim still enjoys relatively good health. Although she cannot see and requires help with daily activities, she lives with her elderly son, and her grandson supports her in many matters.

In an interview with journalists, the Kurd appealed to the authorities for financial support, highlighting her difficult financial situation.

I beg to be granted a pension from social security. I am struggling with illness, and as long as I live, I have to pay for food and other needs—she appealed.

According to available information, she gave birth to her first child in 1917, which would further substantiate the uniqueness of her story.

If Rawshe Qassim’s age is confirmed, she will become the longest-living person in history. So far, the record holder was considered to be Jeanne Calment, a Frenchwoman who died in 1997 at the age of 122 years and 164 days. The story of the Kurd from the Nineveh province is unique because she lives in completely different conditions than previous record holders, which further arouses interest.

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