US-Iraq Talks: Spotlight on Kurdistan's Role: Dizayi - Basnews
WEBApr 17, 2024 · ERBIL — Supporting the Kurdistan Region emerged as a focal point in recent meetings between Iraqi delegation and top US officials in Washington, according to a senior Kurdish official.. During an interview with BasNews, Safeen Dizayi, the head of the Kurdistan Regional Government's (KRG) Department of Foreign Relations, highlighted the main topics discussed during the meetings.
PM Urges End to Kurdish Suffering in Newroz Message
WEBMar 20, 2024 · ERBIL — Kurdistan Region Prime Minister Masrour Barzani on Wednesday extended warm wishes to all Kurds on the advent of Nawroz, emphasizing the significance of the day as a symbol of victory, freedom, and resistance against oppression.. Addressing the people of Kurdistan, the Kurdish leader expressed admiration for the heroic Peshmerga, security forces, and the families of martyrs and Anfal ...
PM Barzani Denounces Attack on US Base in Jordan - Basnews
WEBJan 29, 2024 · ERBIL — Kurdistan Region Prime Minister Masrour Barzani on Monday condemned the drone attack that targeted US forces in neighboring Jordan. "I condemn yesterday’s cowardly attack on US forces in NE Jordan in the strongest terms. My thoughts are with the US government and people for the tragic losses in this difficult time," the Kurdish leader said in a statement today.
Kurds Mark 54th Anniversary of Kurdistan Autonomy Agreement
WEBMar 11, 2024 · ERBIL — The people of the Kurdistan Region today mark the 54th anniversary of the first agreement with Baghdad, which recognized the principal rights they had been fighting for after years of struggle for freedom and self-rule.. On March 11, 1970, an agreement between the Iraqi government and Kurds was declared following years of armed conflict in the country, giving Kurds some of the key ...
PM Barzani Affirms Kurdistan's Readiness to Resume Oil Flows
WEBDec 11, 2023 · ERBIL — Kurdistan Region Prime Minister Masrour Barzani on Sunday met with Iraq's Oil Minister Hayan Abdel-Ghani in Erbil to review ongoing preparations for the resumption of Kurdistan's crude exports.. During the meeting, the Kurdish leader reaffirmed Kurdistan Region's readiness to resume crude flows in a way to ensure financial costs of the process are met and within the framework of the ...
Coalition Base in Erbil Comes Under Drone Attack: Kurdistan CT
WEBDec 25, 2023 · ERBIL — A drone laden with explosives on Monday targeted the base housing the international Coalition against the Islamic State (IS) jihadist group in capital Erbil, according to security sources.. The attack happened this evening, Kurdistan Region's Counter-Terrorism Unit said in a statement today. No damage or casualties were reported.
Ex-Iraqi General Urges Swift US Defense Support for Erbil - Basnews
WEBDec 27, 2023 · ERBIL — General Babikir Zebari, former Chief of Staff of the Iraqi army, has warned about the escalating situation in the country, urging Washington to expedite the provision of defense systems to Erbil.. Speaking to BasNews, Zebari, currently serving as a senior advisor to Kurdistan Region President Nechirvan Barzani on military affairs, stated, "The situation in Iraq is getting out of ...
Iraq Faces Challenge of Kurdish Refugee Return from Iran - Basnews
WEBFeb 4, 2024 · ERBIL — As many as 1,500 families from the Kurdistan Region, who sought refuge in Iran during the 1991 uprising against the Baath Regime, now aspire to return home.. However, Immigration Director of Soran Abas Amir told BasNews that despite their desire, these families encounter obstacles as the …
Our Resolve Will Not Be Shaken: PM Barzani - Basnews
WEBJan 16, 2024 · ERBIL — Kurdistan Region Prime Minister Masrour Barzani on Wednesday reaffirmed his cabinet's commitment to increase focus on banking and energy sectors along with other vital infrastructures. "Our resolve will not be shaken. From today, we will double down on our aggressive program in banking, digital payments, energy, agriculture and manufacturing," said PM Barzani on X.
No Attacks on Harir Airport on Saturday: Counter-Terrorism
WEBNov 11, 2023 · ERBIL — The Kurdistan Region’s counter-terrorism service emphatically refutes reports of any attacks on Harir Airport in Erbil province, urging media outlets to handle such incidents with responsibility.. Earlier today, residents around the capital Erbil reported a loud explosion, with media speculating it might be a recent explosive-laden drone attack by pro-Iran militia groups targeting ...
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