Journalist arrested in Koya checkpoint Kurdish journalist Shakar Star's arrest at a checkpoint in Koya city raises concerns over reasons and legality, prompting investigations amid official silence. May. 19, 2024 News
Fire burns down around 150 stores in Kirkuk’s Grand Bazaar A fire in Kirkuk's historic Grand Bazaar damages shops and warehouses, sparking demands for compensation and government investigation. May. 19, 2024 News
Iraq fails to elect new parliament speaker, session ends in brawl The Iraqi Parliament's attempt to elect a new Speaker ended in failure after a brawl prior to the third round of voting, prolonging the vacancy since November due to political disagreements. May. 19, 2024 News
Major ISIS leader arrested in Kurdistan Region The Kurdistan Region's Security Council announced the arrest of a key ISIS member, highlighting ongoing security concerns. May. 17, 2024 News
APIKUR expresses readiness to resume Kurdish oil exports APIKUR is prepared to resume oil exports through the Kurdistan Region following discussions between Iraqi and US officials, emphasizing the need for collaborative efforts to restore operations through the Iraq-Turkey Ceyhan pipeline. May. 16, 2024 News
Iraq signs Oil refinery project with Chinese company in Basra Iraq signs off on Al-Faw oil refinery project as part of the Grand Faw Port initiative in Basra. May. 15, 2024 News
Australia sanctions top Iranian officials Australia sanctioned top Iranian officials and entities for their "destabilizing behavior", prompting strong condemnation from Tehran. May. 15, 2024 News
Iran slams France over defending French nationals detained by Tehran Iran's Foreign Ministry criticizes France for alleging hostage-taking and blackmail, emphasizing the legitimacy of arrests, amid tensions over detained French nationals and broader dual citizenship disputes. May. 14, 2024 News
Eleven Iraqis released after being detained in Lebanon Eleven Iraqi citizens detained in Lebanon for attempting to travel to Saudi Arabia with tourist visas were released with the Iraqi embassy's intervention, underscoring visa complexities during the Hajj season. May. 14, 2024 News