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Agreement Between the Patriotic Union of Kurdistan and the New Generation Movemen

Iraq and Kurdistan Region Desk – Amidst political deadlock and chronic economic challenges in the Kurdistan Region of Iraq, two political factions in the region have taken a step toward realigning the balance of power and challenging the traditional ruling structure by signing a strategic agreement. Bafel Talabani, leader of the Patriotic Union of Kurdistan (PUK), and Shaswar Abdulwahid, leader of the opposition "New Generation" movement, signed a comprehensive document establishing a new political alliance; the stated goals of this partnership are to end the monopoly on power, ensure transparency regarding oil and non-oil revenues, and secure the payment of outstanding salaries owed to public sector employees.

Iraq's goal of helping to establish a missile defense system in the Kurdistan region

World Service- The negotiations between Baghdad and Erbil regarding the protection of oil and gas fields, along with Washington's efforts to strengthen the presence of American companies in Iraq, have become one of the most important security and economic developments in this country.

Ahmad al-Sharaa Appoints One-Third of Parliament Members

Syria Desk – Ahmad al-Sharaa, head of the Syrian interim government, has issued a decree appointing 70 new members to the country's interim parliament. This move has drawn criticism from Kurdish political factions in northern and eastern Syria, who argue that the process of forming the parliament lacked genuine participation and could jeopardize Kurdish national rights in the future constitution.

Temelli:

Introduction of Peace Process Legislation Delayed

Turkey Desk – Sezai Temelli, Deputy Group Chair of the DEM Party, highlighted the delay in introducing legislation related to the peace process. He stated that consultations are ongoing and an agreement appears to have been reached to table the bill before the end of July—prior to the parliamentary recess.

Deadly Explosion at a Café Near the Palace of Justice in Central Damascus

Syria Desk – At least five people were killed and 16 others injured following an explosion at a café on Al-Nasr Street in central Damascus. Syrian security forces have cordoned off the scene and launched an investigation into the cause of the blast—an incident that occurred in one of the Syrian capital's busiest areas.

Patriotic Union of Kurdistan:

None of our ministers or deputy ministers have been implicated in corruption cases.

Iraq and Kurdistan Region Service – Latif Nirwayi, a member of the Patriotic Union of Kurdistan (PUK) leadership, announced that the names of any ministers or deputy ministers affiliated with the party are absent from the list of those accused of corruption. He emphasized that over the past 23 years, no official affiliated with the PUK in Baghdad has been arrested, dismissed, or deemed unfit for office on charges of corruption.

Trump and the NATO Summit: A Gift Cementing Erdogan’s Authority

World Desk – According to the U.S. Council on Foreign Relations, Trump’s overt support for Erdogan has undermined Western pressure on Ankara regarding democratic backsliding and—on the eve of the NATO summit—has transformed the Turkish president into an "indispensable" player in European security dynamics.

Qubad Talabani:

We Will Participate in a Government Formed on the Basis of Genuine Partnership

Iraq and Kurdistan Region Service – In a meeting with the Green Faction of the Kurdistan Parliament, Qubad Talabani emphasized that the Patriotic Union of Kurdistan (PUK) would only participate in a government formed on the basis of "genuine partnership," stating that the party poses no obstacle to the formation of the new cabinet.

Syrian Democratic Council Calls for Independent Investigation into Attacks on Tel Aran and Tel Hasel

Syria Service – The Syrian Democratic Council (SDC) condemned the attacks and raids carried out by forces of the Syrian Interim Government on the towns of Tel Aran and Tel Hasel in the Aleppo countryside. Describing these actions as violations of human rights and the rule of law, the Council called for the release of those detained and the initiation of an independent investigation.

Another Journalist Abducted in the Kurdistan Region

Iraq and Kurdistan Region Desk – The *Standard* media outlet announced that Abdulrahman Khader has been detained by Soran security forces without a warrant or prior notice. The Kurdistan Journalists Syndicate also reported that it is actively pursuing information regarding the reason for his detention and his current status.

The Kurdistan Region’s Deepest Political Rift

World Desk – A senior official from the Patriotic Union of Kurdistan (PUK) has warned that the ongoing deadlock in forming a new government could once again push the Kurdistan Region toward the separate administration of areas controlled by the two main parties—a situation described as unprecedented since the unification of governing structures in 2006.

Nechirvan Barzani to Attend Ayatollah Khamenei's Funeral Ceremony

Iraq and Kurdistan Region Service – Nechirvan Barzani, President of the Kurdistan Region, is traveling to Tehran at the head of a high-level delegation of regional officials to attend the funeral ceremony of Ayatollah Khamenei; on the sidelines of the event, he will meet and hold discussions with a number of senior officials of the Islamic Republic of Iran.

Awat Talabani:

If My Brothers Are Guilty, Execute Them

Iraq and Kurdistan Region Service – Awat Sheikh Jangi Talabani, sister of Lahur Talabani, has sharply criticized the continued detention of Peshmerga forces loyal to her brother. She demanded an immediate resolution to the case, insisting that if they are guilty, they should be executed; however, if they are not, the "oppression" against their families must end and all detainees must be released.

Damascus’s New Parliament Sends a Message to the Kurds: Limited Participation, Diminished Influence

World Desk – While the Syrian government highlights the increased ethnic and religious diversity of the parliament, the complete absence of figures affiliated with the SDF indicates that the Kurdish autonomous administration still holds no share in Damascus’s new political structure.

Continuation of the confiscation of the properties of Kurdish citizens in Afrin; Reports of extortion and pressure against residents

Syria Service - Afrin Human Rights Organization announced the continued confiscation of civilian property in Afrin and its suburbs and announced that the "Economic Committee" affiliated with Turkish-backed groups has intensified the pressure on the residents by confiscating houses, lands and shops of Kurdish citizens and receiving sums of money in exchange for the return of property.

Ahmad al-Shara' Meets Turkish Interior Minister in Damascus; Emphasis Placed on Security Cooperation Between the Two Countries

Syria Desk – Ahmad al-Shara', head of the Syrian Interim Government, met with Turkish Interior Minister Mustafa Çiftçi in Damascus. They discussed issues regarding countering shared security threats, the exchange of expertise, and strategies to expand bilateral cooperation.

134 PKK members have surrendered since the beginning of the year

Turkish Service - The Turkish Ministry of Interior announced that since the beginning of this year, 134 members of the Kurdistan Workers' Party (PKK) have surrendered as a result of the so-called "persuasion and repatriation" programs and security forces operations. According to this ministry, most of these people were arrested after surrendering.

Ahmed al-Shara announced the names of 70 appointed members of the Syrian parliament

Syrian Service - The head of the interim government of Syria announced the names of 70 appointed members of the country's parliament, completing the composition of the 210-member People's Assembly. A list in which only the names of two Kurdish personalities can be seen. These members have been appointed as the direct quota of the head of state, and the first meeting of the new Syrian parliament is scheduled to be held in the coming days to take the oath and elect the board of directors.

New details of the anti-corruption operation in Iraq

Iraq and Kurdistan Region Service - Iraqi security and political sources have published new details of the extensive anti-corruption operation known as "Sulah Al-Fajr"; According to these sources, the operation was carried out after several days of planning and following the strictest security measures.

Sending an emergency code "hijacking" from a passenger plane

Turkey Desk – A passenger aircraft flying from Warsaw to Tel Aviv transmitted an emergency "hijacking" code, prompting the scramble of fighter jets from Turkey, Bulgaria, and Israel.

Dem Party:

The widespread transfer of military forces to government institutions will make the society more secure

Turkey Service - During the review of the bill to amend the laws related to the Turkish armed forces in the parliament, the representative of the Democratic Party criticized the allocation of government employment quota to contract soldiers and warned that this policy leads to the expansion of the security view in public institutions.

The body of the PKK member was handed over to his family after 11 years and buried in Van

Turkish Service - The body of "Bakhtiar Butan", a member of the PKK, who died in the 2016 clashes according to his family, was handed over to his family after 11 years and was buried in Van in a ceremony attended by a large number of people.

Erdogan:

There is only justice and mercy in our thousands of years of history

Turkish Service - The President of Turkey said in his speech that in the thousands of years of history of this country, there has been "neither genocide nor oppression" and that this country has helped all the oppressed people regardless of their ethnicity, religion and identity.

Ali Zaidi:

No corrupt person is immune

Iraq and Kurdistan Region Service - Ali Zaidi, the Prime Minister of Iraq, announced that the extensive anti-corruption operation that the government has started is only the first stage, and no person or movement will be immune from prosecution and supervision. At the same time, he announced the approval of a 35% tax on the income of foreign oil companies and the government's plan to strengthen the electricity sector.

Rayan Khaldani welcomed the new coalition of the Kurdistan Regional Parliament

Iraq Service and Kurdistan Region - Ryan Kaldani, the head of the Babylon movement, announced that in his meeting with Shaswar Abdulwahid, the head of the New Generation movement, the need to respect the will of the voters of the Kurdistan region and support the formation of legal and powerful institutions in the region was emphasized, and the new parliamentary coalition with more than 41 representatives was welcomed.

National Interest:

Why does Ahmad al-Shara need Kurdish forces?

World Service-National Interest has warned that the removal of Kurdish forces will turn Syria into a sanctuary for ISIS again. This American publication has emphasized that the integration of the Syrian Democratic Forces; The prerequisite is the stabilization of the government of Ahmad al-Shara, and without Kurdish forces, he is not able to control ISIS and the influence of other groups in Syria.

The law should guarantee the voluntary return of PKK members

Turkish Service - Dem Party's co-chairman, emphasizing the need for the immediate approval of the peace process bill, demanded legal guarantees for the voluntary return of PKK members who intend to return from the mountains.

Is there any hope for Türkiye to return to the F-35 fighter project?

Turkish Service - After years of deadlock in the F-35 fighter jets case, there are signs of this issue returning to the agenda of relations between Ankara and Washington. However, even though Donald Trump's administration has announced the re-examination of the possible sale of these fighters to Turkey, the main obstacle, the Russian S-400 system, and the legal restrictions of the US Congress still remain.

Hoshiar Zibari:

The Kurdistan Region will never become a haven for the corrupt

Service of Iraq and Kurdistan Region - Hoshiar Zibari, a member of the political office of the Kurdistan Democratic Party, in response to the recent developments in Iraq and the intensification of anti-corruption cases, said that the Kurdistan Region has always been the fortress of freedom and democracy in Iraq, but it will never become a refuge for criminals, corrupt people and those who steal public property.

Dealing with the case of fugitive defendants of Ankara railway station explosion

Turkish Service - In the continuation of the investigation of the accused fleeing the explosion of the Ankara railway station, one of the accused who was previously transferred to Turkey, announced in the court session that he had recorded his statements with the members of Tahrir al-Sham (HTŞ) with the aim of transferring them to the Turkish Intelligence Organization (MET). These statements were accompanied by protests from the families of the victims.