Kurdistan Region’s Goals for Expanding Relations with Qatar and the Emirates

World Service- The Kurdistan Region is seeking to redefine its network of foreign relations in a situation where it is facing financial pressures, disputes with Baghdad, and rapid regional developments. Erbil’s increasing proximity to the Emirates and Qatar shows that the Persian Gulf is becoming one of the new pillars of the region’s foreign policy.

Syrian Border Crossings Authority:

Visas issued at Samalka crossing are valid throughout Syria

Syria Service - The Syrian Border Crossings Authority, emphasizing the official nature of the Samalka crossing, announced that visas issued at this crossing are valid in all Syrian provinces.

Gulf Cooperation Council: Diplomatic solution is the first option

Iran service – The Secretary General of the Cooperation Council considered a diplomatic solution as the first option to end the current crisis in the region.

Gulf Cooperation Council calls for easing tensions and dialogue with Iran

Iran service – The Secretary-General of the Gulf Cooperation Council emphasized the Council's efforts to reduce tensions and hold talks with Iran.

Foad Hosein:

We will not allow Iraq to become a place of settling scores.

Iraq and Kurdistan service – Iraqi foreign minister warned in a Arab League speech that Baghdad would not allow the country to become a regional confluct zone.