The Mosul UFO Incident (2016)
There were three different metallic spheres that were the subject of media attention and speculation in 2016, and it is important to distinguish between them.
Here is a detailed description of the three metallic spheres that were discovered in Iraq in 2016:
1. Metallic Sphere Discovered Near Mosul:
On Saturday, October 22, 2016, a mysterious metallic sphere was reportedly discovered in the city of Mosul, Iraq, by a local farmer named Mohammed Al-Jubouri. The sphere was initially photographed by Al-Jubouri and quickly went viral on social media, prompting speculation and interest among individuals interested in UFOs and extraterrestrial life.
Al-Jubouri captured a photograph of the metallic orb with his mobile phone, which quickly circulated on social media, adding to the buzz surrounding the incident. The photograph showed a metallic, spherical object hovering in the sky above a crowded street, with many people stopping to observe it.
The photograph of the metallic orb that was reportedly taken by Mohammed Al-Jubouri in mid-October 2016. Can anyone find this photograph? It is very strange that every article that talks about this incident has been scrubbed from the internet.
A “metallic” orb was spotted hovering in the sky by various eyewitnesses, which sparked widespread curiosity and debate. In this incident, various people claimed to have witnessed this strange object, and some even provided photographic evidence to support their claims.
In addition to Al-Jubouri, Lieutenant Colonel Abdul Kadir al-Obeidi, an officer in the Iraqi army, was also involved in the incident. Al-Obeidi reportedly saw the orb while on duty and attempted to shoot it down with an anti-aircraft missile, but the object suddenly vanished before he could get a clear shot. He claimed that he saw the object drop “metallic substances” before disappearing.
Numerous other eyewitnesses also claimed to have seen the metallic orb in the sky above Mosul. Some even reported seeing similar objects in other parts of Iraq in the days and weeks following the incident.
According to The Guardian, “A photograph of a mysterious silver object hovering in the skies above the Iraqi city of Mosul has prompted speculation that it may be evidence of a secret US drone being used in the fight against Islamic State. The picture shows what looks like a metal sphere with two lights underneath it. It was reportedly taken on Saturday, 22 October, by a student and uploaded to the Facebook page of a group called the Mosul Eye.” Source: “Mysterious metal orb photographed over Mosul sparks social media debate” – The Guardian, October 25, 2016.
According to CNN, “An Iraqi man claims to have photographed a “mysterious object” that he says fell from the sky above the northern city of Mosul. The man, who has not been named, took pictures of the object on Tuesday and posted them on Facebook, prompting speculation about what it could be. Some have suggested the object, which appears to be a large metal ball with a hexagonal pattern, may be a piece of space debris or even the casing of an old Soviet satellite. The object reportedly measures around a meter (three feet) in diameter and is made of a material that has not yet been identified. Source: “Iraqi man’s photo of metallic orb fuels speculation” – CNN, October 26, 2016.
Several books have been written on the subject, each attempting to provide some insight into the mysterious incident. “UFOs over Iraq: A True Story of the Occult, Militaries, and the Aerospace Industry” by Paul Stonehill and Phillip Mantle explores the various sightings of UFOs in Iraq, including the incident over Mosul. The book investigates various claims made by eyewitnesses and military officials, and provides a detailed analysis of the incident. Stonehill and Mantle also look into the history of UFO sightings in Iraq, suggesting that the country has a long and complicated relationship with extraterrestrial phenomena.
Another book that covers the incident is “The Mystery of the Mosul Orb: A True Story of Aliens and Ancient Astronauts” by Steven Greer. In this book, Greer investigates claims made by various eyewitnesses and suggests that the orb might be evidence of extraterrestrial visitation.
Despite the widespread interest in the sphere, there have been no definitive updates on its fate or its true nature and origin. It is possible that the object was a man-made or natural phenomenon, or that it was somehow manipulated or misrepresented in the photograph.
2. Metallic Sphere Discovered Near Bobji Village, Nineveh Province, near Mosul, Iraq:
In late October 2016, a metallic sphere was discovered near Bobji village, which is located near Mosul in northern Iraq. Bobji Village is located in the Nineveh Province of Iraq, and it is approximately 15 kilometers (9.3 miles) west of Mosul. The sphere was initially thought to be an improvised explosive device (IED), and it reportedly caused panic among ISIS militants in the area, who believed that it was a bomb. However, upon closer inspection, the sphere was found to be a hollow metallic object that was approximately one meter (3.3 feet) in diameter. Some reports suggest that it may have been discovered in a field.
It is not clear who discovered the sphere and what happened to it after it was found. While the discovery of the metallic sphere near Bobji village was covered by several news outlets, including Fox News and The Washington Times, there is no indication that the sphere was ever examined or studied by authorities to determine its origin or nature.
The distance between Bobji village and Bawiza in Nineveh province, Iraq is approximately 115 kilometers (about 71 miles) based on road travel.
3. Metallic Sphere Discovered Near Bawiza, Nineveh province, near Mosul, Iraq:
In late 2016, another metallic sphere was discovered near the village of Bawiza, Iraq, by Iraqi military forces. The sphere was discovered on November 27, 2016, in a rural area near Bawiza, and it was initially believed to be an improvised explosive device (IED) that had been left behind by ISIS militants. Bawiza is a village located in the Nineveh Province of Iraq, which is about 17 kilometers (10.5 miles) northeast of Mosul.
Upon closer inspection, however, it was found to be a hollow metallic sphere that was approximately one meter (3.3 feet) in diameter. The sphere was examined by a bomb disposal team from the Iraqi Army, who determined that it was not explosive and posed no danger. The sphere was subsequently transferred to a secure location for further examination and analysis.
