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Iraq’s National Security Advisor Qasim al-Araji has stressed that the country’s most pressing challenge is transitioning...
13/05/2026

Iraq’s National Security Advisor Qasim al-Araji has stressed that the country’s most pressing challenge is transitioning from a state of persistent security tensions to full government control over weapons and sovereign decision-making.

Iraq Seeking Full Control Over Arms: Official

Kurdistan Region Prime Minister Masrour Barzani on Wednesday received Miroslaw Wachowski, the newly appointed Apostolic ...
13/05/2026

Kurdistan Region Prime Minister Masrour Barzani on Wednesday received Miroslaw Wachowski, the newly appointed Apostolic Nuncio of the Holy See to Iraq, reaffirming the Kurdistan Regional Government’s (KRG) support for his diplomatic mission.

Vatican Envoy Meets PM Barzani, Praises Kurdistan’s Support for Christians

Iraq’s Council of Representatives is set to convene its 24th regular session on Thursday, with lawmakers scheduled to vo...
13/05/2026

Iraq’s Council of Representatives is set to convene its 24th regular session on Thursday, with lawmakers scheduled to vote on the proposed government program and ministerial cabinet presented by Prime Minister-designate Ali Faleh al-Zaidi.

Iraqi Parliament to Vote on New Government Cabinet on Thursday

Saudi Arabia has carried out a series of previously undisclosed military strikes against Iran, according to Western and ...
13/05/2026

Saudi Arabia has carried out a series of previously undisclosed military strikes against Iran, according to Western and Iranian officials who spoke to Reuters, marking what is believed to be Riyadh’s first direct military action inside Iranian territory.

Saudi Arabia Conducted Undisclosed Airstrikes on Iran: Sources

Iraq and Pakistan have reached separate agreements with Iran to allow oil and liquefied natural gas shipments to pass th...
12/05/2026

Iraq and Pakistan have reached separate agreements with Iran to allow oil and liquefied natural gas shipments to pass through the Strait of Hormuz, according to multiple sources familiar with the arrangements, highlighting Tehran’s growing influence over maritime traffic in the Gulf.

Iraq, Pakistan Reach Separate Iran Energy Deals Through Hormuz: Report

The United States has announced a reward of up to $15 million for information that could help disrupt the financial oper...
12/05/2026

The United States has announced a reward of up to $15 million for information that could help disrupt the financial operations and oil shipment networks of Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps, escalating Washington’s pressure campaign against Tehran.

US Offers $15 Million Reward to Disrupt IRGC Oil Network

Dozens of Kurdish farmers in Kirkuk province blocked the main Kirkuk-Mosul road on Tuesday after authorities reportedly ...
12/05/2026

Dozens of Kurdish farmers in Kirkuk province blocked the main Kirkuk-Mosul road on Tuesday after authorities reportedly prevented them from transporting agricultural products during the harvest season, escalating tensions in the Sargaran area northwest of Kirkuk.

Kurdish Farmers Block Kirkuk-Mosul Road Over Crop Transport Restrictions

The KRG said on Tuesday that more than 760,000 public employees, retirees, members of the Peshmerga and security forces,...
12/05/2026

The KRG said on Tuesday that more than 760,000 public employees, retirees, members of the Peshmerga and security forces, and families of martyrs will receive their April salaries digitally through the "MyAccount” project, as authorities continue efforts to modernize the Region’s financial sector.

Over 760,000 Public Workers to Receive Salaries Digitally: KRG

The Kurdistan Regional Government’s Ministry of Interior announced nine new measures on Tuesday aimed at strengthening e...
12/05/2026

The Kurdistan Regional Government’s Ministry of Interior announced nine new measures on Tuesday aimed at strengthening environmental protection across the Kurdistan Region, tying the steps to the reform program of the KRG’s ninth cabinet and broader efforts to modernize governance and preserve natural resources.

KRG Unveils Tougher Environmental Measures Under Reform Agenda

Iraq’s Deputy Speaker of Parliament, Farhad Atrushi, said on Tuesday that no date has yet been determined for a parliame...
12/05/2026

Iraq’s Deputy Speaker of Parliament, Farhad Atrushi, said on Tuesday that no date has yet been determined for a parliamentary session to grant confidence to the incoming cabinet, citing ongoing political disagreements.

No Date Set for Parliament Session to Approve New Iraqi Cabinet: Deputy Speaker

The women’s football team of Al-Hilal Qamishli will represent Syria in the upcoming West Asia Women’s Club Championship ...
12/05/2026

The women’s football team of Al-Hilal Qamishli will represent Syria in the upcoming West Asia Women’s Club Championship for the 2025–2026 season, following their continued dominance on the domestic stage.

Al-Hilal Qamishli Women to Represent Syria in West Asia Club Championship

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