Mecca Agreement: A New Blueprint for the Balance of Power in Region
By Tahseen Wsu Abdullah In a historic and unprecedented geopolitical shift, Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and Pakistan have officially signed a comprehensive joint defense agreement in
Strong institutions rather than political slogans
By Saadula Aqrawi I believe that building a strong and democratic state in Iraq requires more than elections and political institutions. Democracy cannot flourish when
Kurdistan Beyond Hydrocarbon Reliance
By Ismail Abdullah Ahmed March 2023 was a cold wake-up call. When the valves along the Ceyhan pipeline slammed shut, halting 450,000 barrels per day
President Barzani reaffirms commitment to peaceful coexistence
President Masoud Barzani’s message marking the 80th anniversary of the KDP In the Name of God, the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful On the occasion
Kurdistan Region President: The key question is what direction Iraq is taking
Barzani cautiones against isolation as Iraq confronts armed factions In a televised interview on Al-Sharqiya’s “Muwajaha” on 12 August 2026, Kurdistan Region President Nechirvan Barzani
PM Barzani: Keep Kurdistan out of war
PM Barzani sees Kurdistan’s future in neutrality, stronger institutions, economic reform and dialogue with its neighbors. Kurdistan Regional Government (KRG) Prime Minister Masrour Barzani has
Kawlokan Corniche project aims to boost tourism in Rawanduz
A new tourism development project in Rawanduz is expected to strengthen the area’s tourism sector and support broader economic development across the Soran Independent Administration.
“Grandma’s house” brings family comedy to Kurdish cinemas
The Kurdish feature film “Grandma’s House,” directed by Mohammed Mustafa and produced by Bahoz Nasraddin, is set to be released in cinemas across Kurdistan on
Kurdish artist brings cultural heritage to international stage
Karwan Hamid Halaq represents Kurdish music at a multicultural concert in the Netherlands Kurdish singer Karwan Hamid Halaq has brought Kurdish music and culture to