Groom Dies in Akre After Two Months in Intensive Care
A groom in Akre died after a rare neurological disease left him paralyzed during his wedding, he passed away after two months in intensive care.
Fifty-three abroad medicine graduates accuse the KRG Health Minister of secretly hiring staff while suspending public recruitment, amid repeated protests and threats against them.
Iraq has reached self-sufficiency in fuel production, prompting the government to halt gasoline and kerosene imports and plan exports, supported by new refineries and increased domestic output.
Prime Minister Sudani announced that Iraq aims to end gas imports from Iran and achieve energy self-sufficiency by the end of 2027, highlighting ongoing agreements with international companies and the importance of reforms.
UNESCO has officially recognized Eid al-Fitr and Eid al-Adha, emphasizing their cultural, spiritual, and social importance and promoting intercultural understanding.
The IHEC says over 300 observers and 1,500 journalists will monitor next week’s elections, as biometric card distribution continues across Iraq.
Sixty-three female students from Tavga Girls High School in Chamchamal have warned they will leave school if their evening classes are not rescheduled, saying the late hours make it difficult to balance education with family responsibilities.
A three-vehicle collision in Sulaimanyah left seven people injured and one dead. Officials said one victim, a religious teacher, succumbed to his injuries, while another remains in critical condition.
Sulaimanyah’s long-awaited 100-meter street is set to open by September next year, according to Mayor Leila Omar. One side of the road may be opened earlier to ease the city’s traffic congestion.
Prime Minister Mohammed Shia’ al-Sudani urged citizens to participate in the upcoming elections, warning that abstention fosters corruption and weakens democracy. He said the elections mark a turning point for Iraq’s stability, reform, and development.
IHEC warned that violating the election silence period could result in financial penalties or even disqualification of candidates. The commission said it will monitor campaign activities closely through media and field teams.
Flights between Sulaymaniyah Airport and Turkey have resumed after more than two years and seven months of suspension. Turkish Airlines will operate four weekly flights, with others to follow.
Metro Center denounced the authorities’ suspension of NRT’s Taw u Twe program featuring Shaswar Abdulwahid, calling it a blatant violation of media freedom and an act of political pressure ahead of the November 11 elections.
A force from the Interior Ministry stopped NRT’s Taw u Twe program moments before it aired an interview with Shaswar Abdulwahid from prison. The move comes amid growing political tension ahead of Iraq’s November 11 elections.
Shaswar Abdulwahid Qadir will speak to NRT TV for the first time since his imprisonment. He will address the political situation and the upcoming elections.
The IHEC has banned truck traffic, motorcycles, and demonstrations in cities during the election period. Unauthorized drone use and weapons near polling stations are also prohibited.
Flights between Sulaymaniyah International Airport and Turkey will resume tomorrow after being suspended for more than two and a half years. The suspension had included a ban on planes from and to Sulaymaniyah flying over Turkish airspace.
British Transport Police report that 10 people were injured, nine of them critically, in a stabbing incident on a London train. Two suspects have been arrested, and train services have been suspended.
Meta data shows that Iraqi and Kurdistan parties spent over $1.4 million on Facebook and Instagram ads during just 30 days of the election campaign. Baghdad topped the list of spending, while Halabja ranked last.
More than 300 Kurdish refugees have been returned from Libya to the Kurdistan Region since the beginning of this year, while others remain stranded in different countries.
The Iraqi Independent High Election Commission (IHEC) announced that the distribution of voter cards will continue until election day, November 11. The commission confirmed that all preparations for the elections have been completed.
The Iraqi government has announced new regulations banning the import of damaged, burned, or poor-quality vehicles starting next year. The move aims to improve traffic safety and vehicle standards in the country.
The Swedish government has announced a plan to pay $34,000 to each immigrant who voluntarily returns home starting next year. Married couples will receive $63,000 under the same program.
The body of a Kurdish migrant from the Raparen administration who died of a heart attack in Libya has been returned to the Kurdistan Region. The young man had traveled to Libya in an attempt to migrate abroad.
Iraq’s Independent High Election Commission (IHEC) has announced that the election campaign will end at 7 a.m. on November 8, marking the start of the electoral silence period. Any party or coalition that violates the silence phase will face legal action.
Medical staff at Qaladze Teaching Hospital successfully rescued a nine-month-old baby who was choking on a piece of apple. The hospital released footage showing the emergency response that saved the child’s life.
The Independent High Election Commission (IHEC) has distributed 2.25 million biometric voter cards ahead of Iraq’s parliamentary elections. Officials said preparations for the vote are progressing according to plan.
Prime Minister Mohammed Shia Sudani urged Iraqis to participate in the upcoming elections, warning that boycotting the vote would allow corrupt and failed figures to return to power. He emphasized that the elections will shape Iraq’s political future.
The German Consul General and a delegation visited the New Generation Movement headquarters in Sulaimanyah to discuss Iraq’s political climate, upcoming elections, and ongoing human rights concerns. The meeting also addressed the detention of party leader Shaswar Abdulwahid.
Qubad Talabani admitted that the salary problem has not been resolved and warned it will return by the end of the year.