The President of Al-Mustaqbal University, Professor Dr. Hassan Shaker Majdi, announced that the university has achieved a new global academic milestone by ranking first among Iraqi private universities and securing third place among all Iraqi universities in the U.S. News & World Report – Best Global Universities 2026–2027 ranking, reaffirming its advanced position among leading academic institutions locally and internationally. According to the ranking results—one of the most prominent global university rankings—eight Iraqi universities were included in this edition. The University of Sulaimani ranked first in Iraq, followed by the University of Baghdad, while Al-Mustaqbal University came in third, making it the top-ranked private university in Iraq participating in the ranking. At the Asian level, the university ranked 568th, and it also achieved notable positions across several academic disciplines: 771st globally in Chemistry, 666th in Engineering, 696th in Materials Science, and 632nd in Physical Chemistry. The U.S. News & World Report ranking is based on precise criteria for measuring academic and research performance, relying on data from the global Clarivate Analytics database. These indicators include research reputation, quality of scientific output, research impact, citation levels, international collaboration, and excellence across various academic disciplines. This achievement reflects the continuous development of Al-Mustaqbal University in the fields of scientific research and innovation, as well as its investment in academic and research infrastructure, support for researchers, and promotion of international scientific publishing in line with global best practices and standards. In a statement to the university’s media, Professor Dr. Hassan Shaker Majdi congratulated the faculty, staff, and students on this significant accomplishment, praising their efforts and contributions in strengthening the university’s position on the global higher education map. He emphasized that this success is the result of institutional work, team spirit, and ongoing support provided by the university’s Board of Directors for academic and research activities. He added that Al-Mustaqbal University is moving forward in implementing its strategic vision toward excellence and international accreditation, and in strengthening its presence in global rankings, contributing to the advancement of higher education in Iraq and reinforcing its role in knowledge production and sustainable development. This achievement represents a new milestone in the university’s journey toward global leadership and stands as evidence of the success of its approach in building a competitive academic and research environment capable of delivering sustainable scientific impact at both regional and international levels. Al-Mustaqbal University – The Number One University in Iraq.