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16/04/2026

Historic Milestone in Kirkuk: Mohammed Saman Agha Elected as Governor

In a landmark decision for the region’s political landscape, Mohammed Saman Agha, Chairman of the Iraqi Turkmen Front (ITC) and the United Iraqi Turkmen Front list, has been officially elected as the Governor of Kirkuk. The appointment was finalized during today’s session of the Kirkuk Provincial Council following the formal resignation of the previous governor, Rebwar Taha. This leadership transition is being hailed as a historic turning point, marking the first time in 86 years that a Türkmen has held the governorship of the city.

The historical significance of this appointment stretches back to the post-Ottoman era; the lineage of Türkmen governors began in 1920 with Fattah Pasha, followed by leaders such as Abdülmecid Yakubi and Ömer Nazmi Neftçi, concluding in 1940 with Abdülhamit Abdülmecid. Since then, the city has waited nearly nine decades to see a Türkmen representative return to this office. Regional leaders, including Minister Maruf, have extended their congratulations, describing the election of Governor Agha as a "historic step" that honors the city's diverse heritage and administrative legacy.

13/03/2026

21/01/2026

Heinous Attack Targets TEBA Media Group in Erbil

TEBA Media Group was targeted in a despicable attack late Tuesday night by a group of masked individuals.

The incident occurred at approximately 12:30 AM on Wednesday. According to reports, a group of four unidentified individuals, wearing masks to conceal their identities, launched an attack on the TEBA Media Group premises. The perpetrators were seen defacing the building by writing offensive slogans across the exterior walls.

Mehmet Ferit Erbiloğlu, the Editor-in-Chief of TEBA Media Group, issued a formal statement regarding the nature of the assault. He condemned the act, noting that the walls were covered with derogatory phrases that are "entirely unacceptable."

The Editor-in-Chief confirmed that all relevant authorities and security forces have been notified of the incident. He emphasized the gravity of the situation and called for immediate action.

"We urge the concerned authorities to intervene swiftly," Erbiloglu stated. "It is imperative that those responsible are identified, apprehended, and held legally accountable for this act."

20/01/2026

BREAKING NEWS - TEBA has been targeted in a despicable attack

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30/12/2025

Arshat Salihi: The post of vice president should be given to the Turkmen

Arshat Salihi, the Iraqi Turkmen Front (ITF) Member of Parliament for Kirkuk, has called for the allocation of key positions, including executive ministries and a vice presidency, to the Turkmen community in the upcoming government.

Speaking at a press briefing following his swearing-in ceremony at the Iraqi Council of Representatives, Salihi emphasized that the Iraqi Turkmen Front would continue to champion the rights of Turkmens in the new legislative term. He explicitly demanded that the Turkmen community be represented in the cabinet with an executive ministry.

Noting that the Iraqi Constitution permits the appointment of three vice presidents, Salihi stated that they would launch a concerted effort to ensure one of these posts is assigned to the Turkmens, whom he described as the country’s "third essential component."

Gulsel Mohammed, another ITF representative for Kirkuk who secured a seat in parliament, also remarked that the bloc would adopt a new strategic approach to ensure the Turkmen voice is effectively heard in Baghdad.

25/10/2025

“Extinguish the Flames of Sedition in Altun Kupri” Sanan Agha said

Former Iraqi Turkmen Front (ITC) President and Founder of the Thought of Liberation, Sanan Agha, has called on the leaders and officials of Iraq and the Kurdistan Regional Government (KRG) to ease social tensions in Altun Kupri and other parts of the country.

In his statement, Agha said:
“The people of Altun Kupri and its various components are bound together by humanity, citizenship, and brotherhood in faith. They are people who deserve security and a comfortable life. On this basis, we have worked and continue to work to ensure fraternity and prosperity crowned by the provision of safety and security for all, without discrimination.”

Agha added:
“Our declaration of the principle, ‘Since every war ends with peace, we begin with peace – The Thought of Liberation,’ does not mean that we are unable to defend our national rights.”

He continued:
“We call upon our brothers in humanity, homeland, religion, and nationalism — including the Turkmens and all citizens — to fulfill the sacred duty of working to extinguish the flames of sedition that have ignited in Altun Kupri and across the country.”

01/04/2025

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20/03/2025

Solar Panel Support for Turkmen and Christian Schools in Erbil

Sabah Banna, Director General of Turkmen Education, provided a statement to TEBA regarding the installation of solar panels in schools.

Banna noted that the solar panels for Turkmen schools were provided by the Shliva Organization with support from Ersan Agha, Turkmen Advisor at the Presidency of the Kurdistan Regional Government (KRG), and Florin Gorgis, Head of the Department for Ethnic and Religious Components.

Banna emphasized that support for Turkmen education will continue, adding that the Shliva Organization will also carry out gardening projects and renovations in schools.
According to Banna, the solar panels have been installed in Turkmen Doğuş, Akkoyunlu, Atabek and Garibi schools.

Expressing gratitude to those who supported Turkmen schools, Banna stated that assistance would continue based on the schools' ongoing needs.

11/03/2025

Opinion - Have the Turkmens Been Intimidated?

Written by Turkmen Journalist Barzan Kahveci

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05/03/2025

Opinion - Opportunities for coexistence

Written by Turkmen Journalist Ali Antar

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25/02/2025

February 25th Turkmen Press Day Celebrated with Enthusiasm

On the occasion of the 114th anniversary of the publication of the first Türkmen newspaper, El-Havadis, and the commemoration of February 25th as Turkmen Press Day, numerous officials and political leaders extended their congratulatory messages. These messages emphasized the importance of Turkmen journalists in conveying the truth and being the voice of the Türkmen nation.

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