Official Statement of the New Generation Movement Faction
The New Generation Movement says no decision has been made on joining the new KRG cabinet or aligning with any party. The faction confirms that the final decision will come from leader Shaswar Abdulwahid in prison, and all 15 MPs will fully follow his direction.
The U.S. and Chinese presidents held a phone call and expressed optimism about relations. Each leader invited the other for an official visit in the coming months.
Saadi Pira says the next Kurdistan Regional Government must be broad-based and built on genuine partnership. He stresses that the PUK rejects any single-party domination and seeks changes in the style of governance.
Baghdad Municipality has announced new fines for blocking streets, dumping waste, and washing cars in public spaces. Penalties range from 500,000 to five million dinars depending on the violation.
Two-line abstract: More than 60 people have drowned in the Kurdistan Region this year, with Erbil recording the highest number of cases. Civil Defense says two bodies are still missing due to difficult terrain.
Several Iraqi provinces have declared Tuesday a public holiday to commemorate the martyrdom of Fatima Zahra. The decision excludes security, health, and essential service departments.
A new wave of rain will affect several parts of Iraq and the Kurdistan Region starting tonight. Temperatures are expected to drop by four to five degrees Celsius.
Halabja marks the 156th anniversary of its founding today with artistic and cultural events. The main road between Halabja and Hawramabad will be closed for one hour during the celebrations.
Two students were killed in a serious accident on the Kirkuk–Tikrit highway while returning to Alam district after their exam. Their car overturned, and the bodies have been sent to the hospital
A new wave of rain and thunderstorms is expected to reach parts of the Kurdistan Region and western Iraq starting Monday evening. The Iraqi Meteorological Agency says the system will bring low to moderate rainfall, changing wind patterns, and a drop in temperatures by Thursday.
Flights between Baghdad and Athens are expected to start within two to three weeks after the Greek Civil Aviation Authority approved the route. The decision follows major upgrades at Baghdad International Airport and compliance with international aviation standards.
A shooting between two cousins near the tire market in Sulaimanyah left one person injured. Hospital officials say the victim is in stable condition.
Maliki met with KDP leader Massoud Barzani in Erbil, stressing the need to accelerate the formation of the new Iraqi government. He said the Coordination Framework has set criteria for the next PM but has not ruled out a second term for the current one.
The body of 25-year-old Mahdi Mohammed, missing for six days, was found in the Sirwan River in Kalar. His motorcycle was discovered two days after he went missing, prompting a search that ended in tragedy.
Two Iraqi army officers and a soldier were killed in a collision on the new Sini road in Beji. Police say the newly built road encourages speeding, leading to frequent deadly accidents
Around 3,700 children in Raparen have been infected with seasonal flu in the past 20 days, according to Ranya Maternity and Children Hospital. The hospital warns that vulnerable groups are at higher risk and urges citizens to follow preventive measures and get vaccinated.
Nuri al-Maliki has arrived in the Kurdistan Region to discuss the formation of Iraq’s new government. His visit comes as Shiite parties intensify negotiations and set criteria for choosing the next prime minister.
Iraq has laid the foundation stone for its first factory to produce infant milk and children's food. The project, launched by Prime Minister Mohammed Shia Sudani, will produce up to nine million bottles of food annually.
Erbil has suspended camel slaughter due to the absence of expert slaughterers and proper modern systems required for the process. The slaughterhouse director said the ban aims to ensure safety and that only one to two camels were previously slaughtered daily compared to 150–200 cattle.
Oman has officially lifted visa requirements for Iraqi holders of diplomatic, private, and service passports after a royal decree by Sultan Haitham bin Tariq. The decision will take effect once published in the official gazette.
Fuad Hussein says more than 10 candidates are competing for the post of Iraq’s next prime minister, as political parties begin formal cabinet formation talks. He also confirmed that Baghdad will send the September and October payments next week.
A coordination framework delegation led by Nuri al-Maliki will visit the Kurdistan Region next week. The meetings aim to discuss the formation of the new Iraqi government with Kurdish political parties.
Meteorologists warn that this December will mark the beginning of one of the harshest winters in recent years, with heavy snow, hail, and strong cold waves. Groundwater levels and dried wells are expected to recover as rainfall and snowfall increase significantly.
The Iraqi government expects the 2026 budget revenues to be close to this year’s 200 trillion dinars. Despite an annual deficit exceeding 60 trillion dinars, revenues are expected to cover salaries, services, and investment spending.
The number of appeals filed against the final election results has risen to 80, including 36 appeals submitted today alone. The appeals follow the commission’s announcement of the final results on November 17.
The Iraqi Ministry of Health says medicine labeling has increased from 30% to 70% within two years through 1.6 billion health stickers. The ministry aims to reach a full 100% labeling rate to regulate the pharmaceutical market and prevent price manipulation.
SDF Commander-in-Chief Mazlum Abdi said they no longer need war and have chosen dialogue as their main approach, emphasizing peaceful solutions to Syria’s crises. He called on neighboring countries to support the March 10 agreement, which he says prevented a major conflict with Damascus.
New generation movement MP Akbar Gharib warned of severe environmental and health risks caused by toxic waste and unregulated factories near major water sources. He also accused the government of cutting payments for low-income hospital workers through companies linked to political parties.
The outgoing government has transferred 120 billion dinars in non-oil revenues for September to Baghdad. The amount has been officially deposited into the federal Ministry of Finance’s bank account.
Baghdad is set to receive 120 billion dinars from the KRG as part of September’s domestic revenue. Sudani stresses that payments for November and December depend on a final agreement over non-oil revenues.