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Bakhtiar Sadjadi, University Professor and Socio-cultural Commentator :

Another Golden Chapter in Kurdish Diplomacy; Italy Glorifies President Nechirvan Barzani with Its Highest Honour

There are ceremonies that mark an occasion, and there are ceremonies that mark a historic moment; what happened in Erbil on 8 July was unmistakably the latter. Italy conferred its highest state distinction, the Grand Cross Knight of the Order of the Star of Italy, on Nechirvan Barzani, President of the Kurdistan Region, an honour presented by Ambassador Niccolò Fontana on behalf of the President of Italy, Sergio Mattarella. It capped, in a single gesture, more than two decades of quietly accumulating ties between Erbil and Rome. The awarding of this highly precious medal landed at a moment when Kurdistan's political institutions could use precisely this kind of reassurance from international scenes.

Foreign Ministry Statement on Last Night's US Attacks

In a statement, the Iranian Foreign Ministry responded to the US attacks on southern Iran carried out last night, describing them as a flagrant violation of Clause 1 of the Memorandum of Understanding on ending the war, which mandates the cessation of military operations.

Iran’s Initial Response to US Aggression:

Targeting 85 Key US Military Sites

Iran Desk – In a statement addressing recent acts of aggression by the US regime, the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) announced that the initial response to this aggression involved targeting 85 key US military sites.

Chambers of Commerce Emphasize Expanding Cross-Border Trade with the Kurdistan Region

Iraq and Kurdistan Region Desk – Representatives from the Chambers of Commerce of Erbil, Duhok, Urmia, and Gever (Yüksekova) emphasized the expansion of economic cooperation, the facilitation of trade exchanges, and the resolution of customs issues at border crossings during a joint meeting.

Nechirvan Barzani:

Ayatollah Khamenei Spoke of My Father, Idris Barzani, After 40 Years

Iraq and Kurdistan Region Desk – Nechirvan Barzani, President of the Kurdistan Region of Iraq, after attending the farewell ceremony for the Iranian leader, stated that meeting Ayatollah Khamenei was a highlight of his life; he noted that during the meeting, the Iranian leader spoke of his father, Idris Barzani, with respect and friendship after a lapse of nearly 40 years.

The farewell ceremony and funeral prayers for the martyred leader of the Revolution were held at the Tehran Mosalla.

Iran Service – The massive farewell ceremony for the martyred leader of the Islamic Revolution began on Saturday and is set to continue until Sunday evening, allowing people from across Iran to attend the rites of paying respects and bidding farewell to the martyred leader, Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei. Funeral prayers for the martyred leader and his family were performed amidst a sea of ​​millions of mourning citizens.

Sulaimani artists sang an anthem for the martyrdom of Ayatollah Khamenei

Iraq and Kurdistan Region Services – Sulaimani Youth Artists Association in the self-motivated movement, released a play in Kurdish entitled “O my leader, O Khamenei.. O my Imam, my crown”.

Meeting Between the President of the Kurdistan Region and the Foreign Minister of the Islamic Republic of Iran

Iraq and Kurdistan Region Service – Nechirvan Barzani, President of the Kurdistan Region—who has traveled to Tehran at the head of a high-ranking delegation to attend the ceremony paying tribute to the late leader of the Islamic Revolution—met this Friday morning with Seyed Abbas Araghchi, the Foreign Minister of the Islamic Republic of Iran.

Pezeshkian:

Kurdistan Region’s Prudence Thwarted Plots Along Our Western Borders

Iran Desk – The President expressed appreciation for the Kurdistan Region’s sympathetic and responsible stance regarding recent developments and emphasized the expansion of scientific, cultural, and economic cooperation.

Erdogan:

Iran and the Region Stepped Back from the Brink

Turkey Desk – In a speech addressing the recent crisis involving Iran, Recep Tayyip Erdogan stated that Turkey has kept the country away from a "ring of fire" through a policy grounded in common sense and restraint, while standing firm against Israel's attempts to ignite new crises in the region.

Pezeshkian:

No negotiations about ballistic missiles have taken place and will not take place

Iran Service - Emphasizing Iran's insistence on the components of its authority in the upcoming negotiations, the president added: No negotiations have been held and will not be held regarding ballistic missiles. We distrust America because we were invaded twice while we were on the road to negotiations. However, we are always ready for dialogue and peace.

Qalibaf:

The release of blocked money and the removal of oil embargoes have been finalized

Iran Service - The head of the negotiating team of the Islamic Republic of Iran said: I was one of the first people who, at the beginning of the war, clearly told everyone that the administration of the Strait of Hormuz will never return to the pre-war situation, of course, international laws will be followed and the Strait of Hormuz will be administered by Iran in accordance with these laws and with Iranian arrangements.

The conversation between doctors and Erdogan; Ankara welcomed the agreement between Iran and America

Turkey Service - In a phone call with Masoud Mezikian, the President of Türkiye, while welcoming the Iran-US agreement, expressed Ankara's support for the completion of this process.

Omar Chelik:

The attack on Iran was against international law

Turkish Service - The spokesman of the Justice and Development Party of Turkey welcomed the agreement between Iran and the United States and the beginning of the 60-day negotiation process, and emphasized that the attack by the United States and Israel on Iran was a wrong action and contrary to international law.

Baqaei:

The negotiating team is going to Switzerland/the negotiations are to follow up the commitments, not to start the final agreement.

Iran Service - The spokesperson of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs announced the trip of the Iranian negotiating delegation to Switzerland in a few hours.

Negotiation struggles and geopolitics of the world system / Mohammad Hadifar

Iran Service - America's two-stage war against Iran in Khordad and March 1404 was apparently caused by a regional provocation that was imposed on Iran with the aim of changing the political system; But inside, it was a war of honor to maintain the American hegemony and stabilize the Zionist regime in the region, which failed. After many destructions and financial and human losses, not only could not change the political system of Iran, but also caused a fundamental change in the global geopolitical system.

The crisis of trust in America and the need to redefine the position of the Kurds

Iran Service - At first glance, Tom Barak's statements about the inaccuracy of some claims about the role of the Kurds in the tensions between the United States and Iran, especially the very important issue of giving weapons to a part of them, may seem like a diplomatic stance. But in fact, the importance of these statements lies not in their content, but in the geopolitical context in which these words are spoken.

Fidan:

There is an understanding about Iran's enriched uranium, the discussion is about details

Turkish Service - The Turkish Foreign Minister said that Iran and the United States have reached a general understanding about the dilution of part of Iran's enriched uranium, but the technical details and how to implement it are still being negotiated.

Baghcheli government:

The security of the Strait of Hormuz should not be a victim of new tensions

Turkish Service - The leader of the Turkish National Movement Party (MHP) welcomed the agreement between Iran and the United States, considered this event as an important step to reduce tensions in the Middle East and emphasized the need to ensure the security of the Strait of Hormuz and prevent provocative actions.

The ceasefire between Iran and America calmed the markets; Oil drop, growth of Istanbul Stock Exchange and waiting for the details of the agreement

Turkey Service - On the first day after the announcement of the cease-fire agreement between Iran and the United States, the world markets faced different but mostly positive reactions and showed signs of decreasing concern about the tensions in the Middle East.

Erdoğan:

Attempts to ignite the fire of sedition and discord between Turks, Arabs, Kurds and Persians failed.

Turkish service - Erdogan: The Turkish president once again expressed his satisfaction with the agreement between the United States and Iran to end the war, and announced Ankara's support for the realization of this agreement.

Araghchi:

The new round of negotiations will begin on Friday / The continued occupation of Lebanon is a violation of the memorandum of understanding

Iran Service - Seyyed Abbas Araghchi's meeting was held with a number of ambassadors and heads of foreign and international agencies residing in Tehran.

Erdogan:

This agreement is an important step for peace and stability in the region

Turkish Service - Expressing his satisfaction with the agreement between Iran and the United States, the President of Turkey described it as an important development for peace in the region.

Fidan:

The agreement between Iran and the US is important for lasting peace and stability

Turkish Service - The Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkey welcomed the agreement between Iran and the United States to end the war, and considered this agreement as an important step in the path of establishing lasting peace and stability in the region.

The IRGC denied Trump's claim about the contact of Iranian officials

Iran Service- IRGC denied Trump's claim that Iranian officials contacted him directly and demanded an end to the attacks.

The Strait of Hormuz was closed

Iran Service - The central headquarters of Hazrat Khatam al-Anbiya (PBUH) announced: From now on, due to the insecurity in the region, the Strait of Hormuz will be closed to all types of vessels, including oil tankers and commercial vessels, and any traffic will be affected.

The beating of Iranian workers in Riza; They just wanted their wages

Turkish Service - 38 Iranian workers working in the agricultural sector, some of whom are women, who were brought from Iran to Chaili city, Rize province, were attacked when they asked for their rights.

Bahcheli:

The tension between Iran and Israel is a broad security equation from the Strait of Hormuz to the eastern Mediterranean

Türkiye Service - Dolat Bahceli, the leader of Türkiye's National Movement Party, warned against the spread of regional crises by assessing the tension between Iran and Israel.

Fidan:

Continuation of diplomacy between Iran and America to prevent a regional disaster

Turkey Service - Referring to the current tensions around Iran, Turkey's foreign minister warned that the region is on the brink of a dangerous crisis and announced Ankara's support for a diplomatic solution between Tehran and Washington to prevent the spread of war.

The 10-member army of Kurdish stars in the showcase of the 2026 World Cup

The 2026 FIFA World Cup is not only the field of confrontation between the world's biggest football powers, but it has also become a shining showcase to show the originality, talent and prejudice of Kurdish footballers. 10 Kurdish stars wearing the jerseys of the four national teams of Iran, Iraq, Turkey and Germany have stepped into this big tournament to show that Kurdistan's football has crossed geographical borders and is looking for immortality in the biggest sports event in the world in the form of Asian and European contenders.