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SDF commander Mazlum Kobani says they are in direct contact with Turkey
Mazlum Kobani, Commander-in-Chief of the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF), announced that the SDF is in direct contact with Turkey and that he is prepared to improve relations with Turkey, including through a meeting with Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan.
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KRG spokesman says Baghdad authorities continuously violat Iraqi constitution
The spokesperson for the Kurdistan Regional Government (KRG) emphasized that Baghdad is not adhering to its legal obligations and agreements with the KRG, and warned that if salaries are not paid before Eid, the Kurdish political leadership will take significant action.
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Baghdad cites Kurdistan Region's failure to fulfill obligations as reason for withholding salaries
The Iraqi Ministry of Finance, in an official statement, accused the Kurdistan Region of causing billions of dinars in losses to the national treasury and stressed that the reason for the halt in salary payments is the Region's failure to comply with its legal obligations.
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First Hejar Pen Award announces winners
The first Hejar Pen Award ceremony, held on Thursday evening in Sanandaj the capital of the western province of Kurdistan in Iran, announced its winners.
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Iraq files lawsuit against U.S. over Erbil oil contracts
Iraq has filed a lawsuit against the United States over oil contracts between American companies and the Kurdistan Regional Government (KRG) in northern Iraq, escalating a constitutional dispute that has long threatened to destabilize the country’s energy sector, Reuters reported.
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Syria's Kurds to insist on decentralised government in talks: official
Syria's Kurds will insist on a decentralised system of government in upcoming talks with the new authorities in Damascus, a senior Kurdish official said on Monday.
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PUK's Talabani hints at new demands in KRG talks
Deputy Prime Minister Qubad and PUK leader Qubad Talabani said on Monday that the Patriotic Union of Kurdistan (PUK) may introduce new demands in its ongoing negotiations with the Kurdistan Democratic Party (KDP) to form the next Kurdistan Regional Government.
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Qarib Hasso warns of Damascus's attempts to destroy northern self-governance
Qarib Hasso, co-president of the PYD (Democratic Union Party), criticized Turkey's role in supporting militias and warned of attempts to destroy the democratic project in northern and eastern Syria.
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Sulaimani governor says signed joint deals with Iran
Sulaimani Governor Haval Abubakir said on Sunday that the Kurdistan Region’s governors signed several deals during a recent visit to Iran, where they also met President Masoud Pezeshkian.
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Syrian and US officials meet in Istanbul; SDF forces to be integrated into government structures
In the first official meeting following the lifting of US sanctions, Ahmad al-Sharaa, the head of Syria's transitional government, and Tom Barak, the US ambassador, met in Istanbul to discuss key issues including security cooperation, foreign investment, and the future of bilateral relations.
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Nechirvan Barzani says Erbil wants stronger ties with Japan
Kurdistan Region President Nechirvan Barzani on Sunday received Hitoshi Ishizuka, the new head of Japan’s consular office in Erbil, to discuss enhancing ties with Tokyo and investment opportunities.
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KDP, PUK push to form new government before federal vote
The Kurdistan Region’s two ruling parties have exchanged their lists of preferred ministries and are aiming to form the next cabinet before federal elections scheduled for November, a government official said on Thursday.
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Kurdistan Region to Become an Energy Hub
The US is working to supply energy to regions neighboring the Kurdistan Region via the region, according to the US Energy Secretary.
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Nechirvan Barzani arrives in Tehran for TDF
Nechirvan Barzani, the head of the Iraqi Kurdistan Region has arrived in the Iranian capital of Tehran to attend the Tehran Dialogue Forum (TDF).
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The PKK abandons armed struggle
The Kurdistan Workers’ Party (PKK), which has waged a secessionist campaign against Turkey since 1978, announced on May 12 its decision to end its armed struggle.
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UN chief Guterres urges Kurdish inclusion in Syria’s political future
United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres on Saturday voiced optimism about ongoing dialogue between Kurdish authorities and the Syrian government, saying that Kurds are now recognized as citizens.
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Nechirvan Barzani visits Baghdad
Kurdistan Region President Nechirvan Barzani arrived in Baghdad on Saturday to attend the Arab League summit.
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Saeed Safari, Iranian Wushu and Boxing Fighter
An Iranian martial artist and MMA fighter, Saeed Safari is currently coaching in Tehran.
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High-level delegation from France visits northern Syria self-administration
A high-level delegation from France visited the self-administered region of northern and eastern Syria.
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PKK announces disbandment and end of Turkey insurgency
The Kurdish militant group PKK, whose leader Abdullah Ocalan has been imprisoned since 1999, made the decision to disband in a move towards ending its conflict with Turkey.
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Turkey intensifies strikes as PKK weighs disarmament
Turkey’s military has intensified its operations against alleged Kurdistan Workers’ Party (PKK) positions in the Kurdistan Region, with over 200 bombardments and assaults recorded in April alone, despite the PKK signaling it is considering a shift away from armed struggle, according to a conflict monitor.
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PKK claims two attacks in northern Iraq
The Kurdistan Workers’ Party (PKK) claimed on Thursday two attacks in northern Iraq that wounded five Iraqi Kurdish security personnel earlier this week.
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Iraq bans all anti-Iran groups from operating on its soil
Qasim Al-Araji, Iraqi National Security Advisor has announced a ban on the activities of all groups that are against Iran on Iraqi soil in line with the security pact previously signed between the two countries.
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Masoud Barzani's representative attends in Kurdish congress in Syrian Kurdistan
Faisal Youssef, spokesperson for the ENKS (Syrian Kurdish National Council), announced that Hamid Darbandi, a representative of the Kurdistan Democratic Party (KDP) Masoud Barzani, will participate in the Kurdish congress in Syrian Kurdistan on April 26th.
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UN envoy to Syria says dialogue with Kurds is key to lasting peace
The UN Special Envoy for Syria, Geir Pedersen, stated that dialogue with Syrian Kurds is crucial for achieving lasting and secure peace in Syria.
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Results of the national Kurdish conference in Syrian Kurdistan announced
The results of the Kurdish Unity and Solidarity Conference were announced on Saturday in Qamishli, aiming to achieve a unified Kurdish political stance in Syria.
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Iraq offers Iran support after deadly port blast
Iraqi Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani on Saturday directed the delivery of urgent assistance to Iran following the explosion in Bandar Abbas.
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President Barzani extends condolences to Iran over port explosion
On Saturday, Kurdish President Nechirvan Barzani offered condolences to Iran following a deadly explosion at Shahid Rajaee Port.
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Mazlum Abdi emphasizes on preserving the self-governance of Syrian Kurds
Mazlum Abdi, commander of the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF), stressed the Kurds' desire for self-governance in Syria.
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Nechirvan Barzani, Emmanuel Macron reaffirm strong Erbil-Paris ties
Kurdistan Region President Nechirvan Barzani met with French President Emmanuel Macron at the Elysee Palace in Paris on Monday, where they discussed the continued strengthening of bilateral ties, as well as regional developments, including in Iraq and Syria.