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Syrian Foreign Minister Asaad al-Shibani expressed dismay over Israeli military actions following Bashar al-Assad's government collapse. The diplomat told CNN that widespread strikes across Syrian territory shocked officials and complicated potential diplomatic relations. Israeli forces launched...

Kurdistan authorities released 195 billion Iraqi dinars for a major water facility serving Erbil's western district. Prime Minister Masrour Barzani approved the $138 million investment on Sunday through the Ministry of Municipalities and Tourism budget. The cash will flow in stages to support...

President Donald Trump signaled on Sunday that Middle East peace negotiations have reached a breakthrough point. The president posted on Truth Social about achieving regional greatness for the first time. His optimistic assessment preceded a scheduled White House meeting with Israeli Prime...

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu will meet President Donald Trump on Monday to discuss Gaza operations amid growing international pressure. Trump recently presented a 21-point proposal aimed at ending the conflict during United Nations General Assembly discussions with Arab leaders...

President Masoud Barzani met with Azem Alliance leader Muthanna al-Samarrai on Sunday in Erbil's Pirmam district. The officials discussed Iraq's political developments, regional affairs, and preparations for parliamentary elections. Barzani Headquarters released a statement confirming the talks...

Kurdistan Region leader Masrour Barzani held talks with Azem Alliance chief Muthanna al-Samarrai on Sunday about Iraq's political situation, and election preparations. The Kurdistan Regional Government issued a statement confirming their discussions centered on constitutional frameworks, and...

Chinese President Xi Jinping seeks a major policy shift from Washington regarding Taiwan independence, according to Wall Street Journal sources. Beijing plans to use President Donald Trump's interest in economic agreements to secure formal U.S. opposition to Taiwanese sovereignty rather than...

Danish authorities banned civilian drone flights nationwide this week as European Union leaders gather in Copenhagen for a summit. The Transport Ministry imposed restrictions from Monday through Friday while officials meet on Wednesday and Thursday. Mysterious aircraft have appeared over...

Kurdistan Region Prime Minister Masrour Barzani contacted the İsmail Beşikci Foundation on Sunday to check on the health of the prominent Turkish sociologist. Dr. Beşikci suffered a cerebral hemorrhage on Saturday, Sept. 27 while delivering remarks at the FilmAmed Documentary Film Festival in...

Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov addressed the United Nations General Assembly on Saturday, stating Moscow will not attack Europe but plans decisive responses to aggression. His comments followed recent NATO airspace violations attributed to Russia, with incidents reported in Poland and...

Kurdistan Region authorities released comprehensive safety standards on Sunday through the Interior Ministry. Dr. Sami Jalal, the ministry's legal advisor, explained the guide establishes protection requirements for buildings, factories, and projects across the region. Officials developed the...

Kurdistan Region Prime Minister Masrour Barzani launched new safety standards on Saturday after a four-year development process. The Kurdistan Safety Guide establishes protection protocols for buildings, warehouses, gas stations, and residential areas across the region. Officials designed the...

Former Iraqi Prime Minister Nouri al-Maliki stated on Saturday that his Shiite Coordination Framework holds decisive power over choosing Iraq's next leader. The State of Law coalition head told Al Rabiaa TV that ten people want the job, but only two or three meet basic requirements. Al-Maliki...

Kurdistan Region Interior Minister Rebar Ahmed announced comprehensive institutional reforms across security agencies on Saturday during the launch ceremony for new safety standards. The government completed a four-year project to establish the region's first safety codes and guidelines, which...

Iran's Foreign Ministry rejected the United Nations sanctions reimposition on Sunday, calling the measures illegal, and unjustified. The ministry declared the restrictions create no obligations for UN member states, setting up a direct confrontation with Western powers. Iranian officials blamed...

Kurdistan Democratic Party Deputy Leader Masrour Barzani congratulated Voice of Kurdistan Radio staff on Sunday for the station's 62nd anniversary. He praised the broadcaster as a cornerstone of Kurdish media and resistance efforts. Barzani described the station as carrying revolutionary voices...

The Kurdistan Regional Government launched the operational phase of Erbil's Green Belt project on Sunday morning. Workers began land preparation at 7 a.m. in the Bahirka area for tree planting activities. The initiative will establish protective vegetation around the capital city to fight...

The United States completed the snapback process on Saturday evening, reimposing comprehensive United Nations sanctions against Iran over its nuclear activities. Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced the measures took effect at 8 p.m. Eastern Daylight Time, restoring restrictions from six...

Federal immigration agents detained Dimitri Vorbe on Sept. 23 for violating immigration laws. The Haitian national entered the United States illegally before authorities captured him. Multiple agencies worked together to investigate his case, and they discovered evidence linking him to...

Caribbean disaster experts have established the region's first collaborative shelter management network. Forty-seven professionals from multiple nations participated in this launch. The Caribbean Disaster Emergency Management Agency and International Organization for Migration lead the...