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Professor warns Afghanistan scenario could repeat in Iraq and Syria Kurdistans
An Indiana University professor warned the scenario of the US troops' withdrawal from Afghanistan could be repeated in Kurdish-controlled areas of Syria and Iraq.
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Kirkuk and Shingal sent a political message by voting for KDP: official
The public relations officer of the Kurdish Future Movement in Syria said that the people's vote for the Kurdistan Democratic Party (KDP) in Iraqi October 10 parliament elections in Kirkuk and Shingal had a political message.
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IHEC announced number of seats secured by Kurdistan Region's political parties
On Monday, Oct 11, the Independent High Electoral Commission (IHEC) announced initial results for Iraq’s parliamentary election in 10 provinces across the country.
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PUK condemns Turkey attack on Kirkuk
The political office of the Patriotic Union of Kurdistan (PUK) has condemned a Turkish airstrike in the Qara Anjir area near Kirkuk which killed one person and injured two others.
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PUK not to relinquish its presidency in return for any concessions: official
The deputy head of the Patriotic Union of Kurdistan (PUK) in Sulaimani said that the party would win votes in any situation and would not relinquish the presidency of Iraq in exchange for any concessions.
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Qubad Talabani says most Kurdistan Region problems can be solved in Baghdad
Qubad Talabani, the head of the Kurdistan Coalition in the Iraqi parliamentary elections, stated in remarks on Friday, October 1, that "The solution to most of the problems of the Kurdistan region is in Baghdad."
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HDP delegation meets Kurdish politicians in Sulaimani
A delegation from the Peoples' Democratic Party (HDP) on Sept. 27 visited the city of Sulaimani in Iraqi Kurdistan where they met with representatives of the province's ruling parties.
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HDP delegation meets Kurdish politicians in Sulaimani
A delegation from the Peoples' Democratic Party (HDP) on Sept. 27 visited the city of Sulaimani in Iraqi Kurdistan where they met with representatives of the province's ruling parties.
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Turkey's latest attack on PKK militant in Iraqi Kurdistan meant as show of strength / Amberin Zaman
In recent months, Turkish drones have picked off a string of mid-level commanders in Iraqi Kurdistan and northeast Syria.
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Germany, Britain and US are seeking to free Peshmerga forces from party affiliation: British MP
A member of the Britian parliament, Robert Halfon says his country, Germany and the USA are seeking to integrate Peshmerga forces and bring an end to the control of the ruling parties over the forces.
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Bafel Talabani says Kurds should be united in Baghdad
Patriotic Union of Kurdistan (PUK) Co-president Bafel Talabani said it is a “necessity” for the Kurds to become united and have “one voice” in Baghdad.
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Kurdish parties to decide on Iraq presidency post - source
A Kurdish political source announced an upcoming meeting between the leaders of the Patriotic Union of Kurdistan (PUK) and the Kurdistan Democratic Party (KDP) in the coming days to discuss important issues.
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PUK politburo asks Lahur Sheikh Jangi to leave Kurdistan Region
The Patriotic Union of Kurdistan’s (PUK) Politburo said in a statement on Tuesday, August 24, that party Co-President Lahur Sheikh Jangi should leave the Kurdistan Region within three days and not return until two weeks after the announcement of the results of Iraq’s parliamentary elections, which are currently scheduled for October 10.
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Former Kirkuk Provincial Council chairman appointed as KRG PM advisor
Rebwar Talabani, the former chairman of the Kirkuk Provincial Council, was appointed as advisor to the Prime Minister of the Kurdistan Region.
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PUK ready to cooperate in forming a unified force: Bafel Talabani
Patriotic Union of Kurdistan (PUK) Co-president Bafel Talabani stated on Sunday that his party is ready to cooperate in the process of forming a unified force in the Kurdistan Region to serve the high interests of the region
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Vice president says Peshmerga will be unified under ministry control in a year
Kurdistan Region Vice President Sheikh Jaafar Mustafa said on Thursday, August 19, that Peshmerga forces will likely be "completely” unified under the control of the Kurdistan Regional Government (KRG) Ministry of Peshmerga Affairs in less than a year.
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PUK seeking to provide decent life for people; Bafel Talabani
Patriotic Union of Kurdistan (PUK) Co-president Bafel Talabani said their goal is unity among Kurdish parties and to provide a decent life for people.
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Family feud in Iraqi Kurdish party may undercut election chances / Mustafa Saadoun
A dispute between the son of the founder of the Patriotic Union of Kurdistan, the party's former leader, and his cousin might reduce the chances of victory in the upcoming parliamentary elections.
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Mala Bakhtiar says PUK is at new stage of conflict and tension
Member of the Patriotic Union of Kurdistan’s (PUK) High Political Council Mala Bakhtiyar stated on Thursday, August 5, that "recent events have taken the PUK to a new stage of conflict and tension.”
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Family power grab in Iraqi Kurdistan raises fears of intra-Kurdish violence / Amberin Zaman
Talabanis strip their cousin of all powers amid a power struggle in the Kurdistan Regional Government's Patriotic Union of Kurdistan Party.
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US warns sending troops to Lahur Sheikh Jangi's house is a "red line"
US officials have sent a message to the Patriotic Union of Kurdistan (PUK), stating that the party officials should not use military force in internal conflicts and called sending troops to former co-President Lahur Sheikh Jangi's house a "red line."
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PUK forces will no longer be allowed to be used for personal purposes: president
Patriotic Union of Kurdistan (PUK) Co-president Bafel Talabani said on Monday the party would not allow its forces to be used for personal purpose.