Washington praised the trilateral accord between Iraq, the Kurdistan Regional Government, and energy corporations that reopens the strategic Iraq-Turkey pipeline system. The State Department credited its diplomatic facilitation role and highlighted mutual advantages for American and Iraqi interests. Officials commended Prime Ministers Barzani and al-Sudani for their leadership throughout the negotiation process. The arrangement strengthens Baghdad-Erbil economic relations while enhancing regional energy stability.
The pipeline closure commenced in March 2023, following international arbitration decisions that required federal consent for Turkish transit operations. Export operations will restart within two days after the extended...
Kurdistan authorities confirmed that regional oil shipments will restart within two days after reaching a breakthrough accord with federal officials and energy companies. The agreement enables crude deliveries to resume through Turkey's Ceyhan terminal, following a suspension that has lasted over two years. Federal oversight will direct all regional production to the State Oil Marketing Organization for international sales while reserving portions for local needs. Both government leaders praised this development as progress toward enhanced Baghdad-Erbil relations and energy sector stability.
The accord emerged from extended discussions following March 2023 export restrictions, which stemmed from arbitration requirements for federal...
Kurdistan Region Prime Minister Masrour Barzani praised Thursday's tripartite oil export deal as a historic achievement for Kurdish citizens. The agreement emerged from extensive negotiations between regional authorities, international energy firms, Iraq's Federal Ministry of Oil, and the State Oil Marketing Organization. Barzani credited persistent diplomatic efforts across all participating parties for reaching this milestone. Kurdish crude will resume flowing to international markets after more than a year of suspended operations.
The March 2023 export halt resulted from arbitration decisions requiring Baghdad's consent for Turkey pipeline shipments. This disruption severely damaged revenue streams for both regional and federal...
Iraqi Prime Minister Mohammed Shia' al-Sudani announced Thursday that Baghdad secured a landmark oil export agreement with Kurdistan Region authorities. Federal officials will manage crude shipments from Kurdish fields through the Turkey pipeline system. The breakthrough follows extensive negotiations between Baghdad, Erbil, and eight international energy companies controlling most regional production. Kurdistan Region Prime Minister Masrour Barzani convened his cabinet to examine export resumption terms.
March 2023 marked the suspension of Kurdish oil shipments after Paris arbitrators ruled Turkey needed Baghdad's approval for pipeline operations. The stoppage damaged revenues for both governments and weakened Iraq's global energy...
Kurdistan24 reporters toured Yerevan State University's Department of Kurdology, an academic institution established in 2015. The center specializes in Kurdish historical research, with a particular focus on the Soviet era through 1991. Researcher Liana Mihoyan described ongoing scholarly publications and the preparation of a cultural album documenting Kurdish life during Soviet times. Armenia hosts 37,470 Kurdish residents according to 2011 census data, primarily concentrated in western regions.
The Kurdish community adopted various writing systems throughout the 20th century, transitioning from the Armenian script to Latin in 1927 and then to Cyrillic in 1945. Yerevan became a cultural center for Kurdish media through radio...
Soran district launched its third annual agricultural products festival on Thursday at Gulan Park. The two-day celebration features 56 local farmers showcasing a diverse range of crops and livestock through Friday evening. Agriculture Director General Kameran Hussein Mamand announced that participants represent various sectors from grape cultivation to livestock breeding. Local companies sponsor the event, while farmers showcase a range of products, including fresh pistachios, wheat, and tobacco.
The festival attracts visitors to Kurdistan's mountainous regions while promoting eco-tourism opportunities. Agricultural celebrations help position the area as both a hub for farming and a cultural destination. The Kurdistan Regional...
Kurdistan Regional Government deposited 120 billion Iraqi dinars into Baghdad's federal finance ministry account Thursday. The transfer represents July non-oil revenues aimed at securing public sector salary payments. Officials emphasized constitutional rights while dismissing recent advisory opinions from Baghdad's State Shura Council as non-binding.
Secretary of Energy Chris Wright praised Kurdistan's energy partnerships with American companies during Washington remarks. Wright described the $110 billion agreement as beneficial for regional development and global energy markets. He criticized European energy policies while supporting expanded international cooperation.
Kurdistan announced oil production levels reached 234,000...
Major retailer Costco has discontinued carrying Xbox Series X and Series S gaming consoles across its locations. Reports from GamesIndustry Biz and independent journalist Destin Legarie confirmed the decision after customers noticed missing inventory. Customer service representatives described the move as a business choice with no plans to resume sales. The consoles disappeared from Costco websites by August 6, 2025.
Microsoft faces additional challenges as Xbox Series console sales reach approximately 30 million units globally. The company has raised console prices twice this year. The PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch systems are still available through Costco stores. Canadian locations claim continued Xbox availability but report...
Adrien Guihal faces prosecution in Iraq after authorities transferred the French citizen from Syria two months ago. Officials linked Guihal to the 2016 Nice attack that killed 86 people during Bastille Day celebrations. The suspect used the alias Abu Osama al-Faransi when claiming responsibility for the Islamic State group. Investigators connected him to planning activities despite his absence from France during the truck assault.
Iraqi courts will try Guihal alongside 46 additional French nationals who joined the extremist organization. European governments struggle with legal complexities surrounding foreign fighters who participated in ISIS operations between 2014 and 2017. Baghdad has emerged as a primary location for prosecuting...
