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26 11 - 2025

17:18

Kurdistan Region Prime Minister Masrour Barzani (R), and the Kurdish writer and poet Jan Dost (L), in Erbil, on Nov. 26, 2025. (Photo: KRG)

PM Masrour Barzani Welcomes Kurdish Writer and Poet Jan Dost

16:42

Kurdistan Region Prime Minister Masrour Barzani speaking at the presser, Nov. 26, 2025. (Photo: Kurdistan24)

PM Barzani Highlights Strong Kurdistan Region–U.S. Partnership in Press Conference

16:16

Kurdistan Region PM Masrour Barzani, speaking at the event of laying the foundation stone for the Golden Technology 2. Nov. 26, 2025. (Photo: Kurdistan24)

Kurdistan Is Building Its Future With Its Own Hands,” PM Barzani Says as He Lays Foundation Stone for Golden Technology 2

16:01

Liu Jun, the Consul General of the People’s Republic of China in Erbil. (Photo: Kurdistan24)

Chinese Consul General Hails Kurdistan as "Promising" Investment Hub

15:06

Kurdistan Region PM Masrour Barzani, laying the foundation stone for the 2nd phase of the Golden Technology 2 factory, Nov. 26, 2025. (Photo: Kurdistan24)

PM Barzani Lays Foundation Stone for Second Phase of Erbil’s Major Smartphone Factory

14:56

An image of the explosion that occurred in Idlib. (Photo: Social Media)

Blast at Ammunition Depot Injures Civilians in Idlib

14:20

Photos from the Amed City Theatre's performance of Romeo and Juliet. (Photo: Kurdistan24)

What If Romeo and Juliet Lived? Kurdish Troupe Captivates Ankara with Comedic Sequel

14:04

A group of young drug users who were arrested by Iraqi security forces in Baghdad. (Photo: Iraqi National Security Service(

Drug Addiction Surges in Iraq as Youth Face Alarming Threat

13:25

An eggs tray. (Graphic: Kurdistan24)

Iraq’s Table Egg Crisis Deepens as Accusations of Monopoly Mount

13:03

Iraqi Minister of Planning Mohammed Ali Tamim. (Graphics: Kurdistan24)

Iraq’s Population Tops 46 Million in Latest Census, Highlighting a Young and Growing Society

11:41

(L to R) KDP politburo members Ali Hussein and Pishtwan Sadiq, Hoshyar Zebari, KDP Politburo Executive, Hadi Ali, KIU Deputy Secretary-General. Nov. 26, 2025. (Photo: Kurdistan24))

KDP–KIU Leaderships Meet in Erbil as Kurdish–Shiite Veto Blocks Halbousi’s Return to Parliament Speakership

10:48

The logos of SOMO, L, and KRG's MNR. (Graphics: Kurdistan24)

SOMO Reports Over 110 Million Barrels Exported in November as Kurdistan Crude Reclaims Strategic Role

25 11 - 2025

23:30

Tribal and bedouin fighters deploy in the western neighbourhood of southern Syria's predominantly Druze city of Sweida, (AFP)

Deadly Drone and Gunfire Attacks Shatter Fragile Calm in Sweida

20:09

KRG Minister of Natural Resources Kamal Mohammed Salih (C), Joshua Harris as Chargé d'Affaires of the US Embassy in Iraq (CL), Wendy Green the U.S. Consul General in the Kurdistan region. (Photo: KRG Ministry of Natural Resources)

US Envoy: Washington Seeks Long-Term Energy Agreements with Kurdistan Region

19:32

Footage from today's meeting between Ministry of Peshmerga and the U.S. Office of Security Cooperation. (Photo: Ministry of Peshmerga)

Peshmerga Ministry and U.S. Security Office Review Logistics and Reform Progress

17:55

U.S. Deputy Secretary of State for Management and Resources Michael Rigas. (Photo: Designed by Kurdistan24)

U.S. Deputy Secretary of State for Management and Resources to Visit Erbil

17:27

United States Special Envoy to Iraq, Mark Savaya. (Graphic: Kurdistan24)

U.S. Envoy Mark Savaya Calls for Essential Iraqi Reforms

16:59

Peaceful demonstrations in the city of Qardaha on the Syrian coast. (Photo: SOHR)

Alawite Uprising Erupts Across Syria’s Coast, Demanding Federalism

16:52

Kurdistan Region Prime Minister Masrour Barzani (right) during his meeting with Ahmed Hassan Ahmed Suleiman al-Shihi, the newly appointed Consul General of the UAE, Nov. 25, 2025. (Photo: KRG)

PM Barzani Welcomes New UAE Consul General, Underscoring Strong Bilateral Ties

16:27

Kurdistan Region Prime Minister Masrour Barzani (right) during his meeting with Dutch Ambassador to Iraq Janet Alberda, Nov. 25, 2025. (Photo: KRG)

PM Barzani, Dutch Ambassador Discuss Bilateral Ties, Peshmerga Reform, and Women’s Rights

15:57

Kurdistan Region President Nechirvan Barzani (R), Ambassador of the Kingdom of the Netherlands to Baghdad, Janet Alberda (L). (Photo: Kurdistan Region Presidency)

Kurdistan Region President and Dutch ambassador discuss expanding bilateral cooperation

15:54

President Masoud Barzani (R) and French Amb. Patrick Durel (L). (Photo: Barzani HQ)

In Erbil, President Barzani and French Amb. Durel Outline Roadmap for the Next KRG Government

15:35

A picture shows the Supreme Judicial Council building in the Iraqi capital Baghdad on Dec. 27, 2021. (AFP)

Iraq’s Top Court Reinstates Iraqi Parliament Presidency’s Budget and Administrative Authority

15:00

PM Masrour Barzani (R) and U.S. CDA Joshua Harris (L). (Photo: KRG)

PM Barzani, U.S. Embassy Chargé d’Affaires Hold Talks on Iraq’s Government Formation

14:56

President Masoud Barzani (R) and Joshua Harris, the Chargé d'Affaires of the American Embassy in Baghdad. (Photo: Barzani HQ)

President Barzani, U.S. CDA Discuss Iraq’s Post-Election Landscape, KRG–Baghdad Relations

14:52

People take shelter at a metro station during Russian air attacks in Kyiv, Ukraine, Nov. 25, 2025. (Photo: AFP)

US-Russia Talks Resume in Abu Dhabi as Ukraine, Europe Brace for Escalating Conflict

14:42

A local shop offering Black Friday deal. (Photo: Kurdistan24)

Black Friday Fever Takes Hold in Kurdistan as Markets Slash Prices on Everything from Tech to Toys

14:02

KRG Interior Minister Rebar Ahmed. (Photo: Kurdistan24)

KRG Unveils 16-Day Initiative to Combat Online Abuse; Interior Minister Issues Strong Warning

13:31

Iranians visit an exhibition showcasing missile and drone achievements in Tehran on Nov. 12, 2025. (AFP)

Iranian MP Claims Russia Signaled Readiness to Deliver Nuclear Weapons Amid NPT Withdrawal Talks

13:28

Kurdistan Region PM Masrour Barzani, R, Patrick Durel, France’s ambassador to Iraq, Nov. 25, 2025. (Photo: KRG)

PM Masrour Barzani Hosts French Ambassador in Erbil Amid Iraq Government Formation Talks

13:04

The photo shows the location of the Alagher village in Kirkuk province. (Photo: Kurdistan24)

Amid Renewed Arabization Push, a Kirkuk Village Says It Is Under Siege

12:29

India's Ex-Navy Captain Navtej Singh battling 400-knot winds at 20,000ft to capture a photo. (Photo: Navtej Singh's Instagram page)

Ex-Indian Navy Legend Braves 400-Knot Winds At 20,000 Feet to Capture the Perfect Frame

12:01

Dr. Ayad Allawi, the head of the National Coalition and the first Prime Minister of post-Ba’athist Iraq. (Photo: Kurdistan24)

Allawi Faults Baghdad’s Failures, Praises Kurdish Governance as Model for Iraq

11:35

Researcher Elizabeth Tsurkov, who was held captive by Kata’ib Hezbollah for 903 days. (Photo: Tsurkov's X Account)

Elizabeth Tsurkov Details How Iraq’s Militias Use Kidnapping, Wealth, and Elections to Consolidate Power

10:57

U.S. President Donald Trump. (Graphics: Kurdistan24)

Trump Designates 'Certain' Muslim Brotherhood Chapters as Terrorist Groups

10:23

Rusafa Criminal Court building in Baghdad. (Photo: INA)

Baghdad Court Sentences Ex-Agriculture Director to Death Over Deadly Armed Raid

09:40

Afghan troops guard the Khost border after clashes with Pakistan, Oct. 12, 2025. (AP)

Afghan–Pakistani Tensions Escalate as Taliban Claims Pakistan Killed Ten Civilians in Night Raids

08:59

A cleric recites prayers over the coffins of top Hezbollah military chief Haytham Ali Tabatabai and others killed in an Israeli strike in Beirut’s southern suburbs, Nov. 24, 2025. (Photo: AFP)

Tehran Calls for Retaliation as Israel’s Beirut Strike Eliminates Hezbollah’s Top Commander

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22:03

Turkish Parliament. (Photo: Designed by Kurdistan24)

Turkish Parliamentary Commission Meets Abdullah Ocalan, Citing “Positive Outcomes” for Peace Efforts

20:54

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi. (Photo: AP)

Iranian FM to Visit Paris as France Urges Renewed Cooperation with IAEA

19:30

A tourist destination in Erbil's Rawanduz district. (Photo: Kurdistan24)

KRG Tourism Board Reopens Applications for Tour Guides amid Rising Sector Growth

18:26

Kurdistan Region President Nechirvan Barzani (right) during his meeting with Ayad Allawi, President of the Iraqi National Accord, Nov. 24, 2025. (Photo: Kurdistan Region Presidency)

Kurdistan Region President, Ayad Allawi Discuss Political Developments in Iraq

17:12

Kurdistan Region President Nechirvan Barzani (right) during his meeting with Ahmed Hassan Ahmed Suleiman al-Shihi, the newly appointed Consul General of the UAE, in Erbil, Nov. 24, 2025. (Photo: Kurdistan Region Presidency)

Kurdistan Region President Welcomes New UAE Consul General, Discusses Strengthening Bilateral Ties

15:52

President Masoud Barzani, R, Ayad Allawi, head of the National Coalition, in Pirmam, Nov. 24, 2025. (Photo: Kurdistan24)

President Barzani Commands Center Stage as Allawi Joins Pivotal Post-Election Talks in Pirmam

15:16

This illustration shows the fictional character of Frankenstein and an AI face. (Graphics: Kurdistan24)

UN Rights Chief Warns Generative AI Could Become “A Modern-Day Frankenstein's Monster”

14:52

Iraqi demonstrators at Tahrir Square during the antigovernmental demonstrations, Baghdad, Iraq, October 28, 2019. (Photo: AFP)

Iraq Engulfed in New 2.5 Trillion-Dinar Scandal as Corruption Machinery Rolls On

14:17

A sunflower field in the Kurdistan Region. (Photo: Kurdistan Chronicle)

KRG’s Investment Wave Transforms Farming Into an Emerging Industrial Sector

13:00

President Masoud Barzani, R, the prominent Iraqi political figure Izzat Shabandar, Pirmam, Erbil, Nov. 24, 2025. (Photo: Kurdistan24)

President Masoud Barzani Receives Izzat Shabandar as Post-Election Consultations Accelerate in Iraq

12:55

SDF Commander Mazloum Abdi. (Graphics: Kurdistan24)

Mazloum Abdi: Direct Talks with Ocalan Needed for Peace; SDF Commander Open to Türkiye Visit

11:44

An aerial view of the waste sorting plant in Duhok. (Photo: Kurdistan24)

With 600 Tons Sorted Daily, Duhok Advances Strategy to Localize Plastic Recycling

11:36

Erbil International Agro-Industry and Packaging Expo 2025. (Photo: Kurdistan24)

Erbil Hosts Major International Agro-Industry and Packaging Expo with Participation from 20 Countries

11:22

The photo shows a ten-year-old girl lying on the floor as she searches for a show on YouTube at her home in western Sydney. (AFP)

Australia to Enforce Mandatory Age Checks on Snapchat as Under-16 Social Media Ban Nears

11:01

Britain's Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood. (AFP)

UK Home Secretary Mahmood Sparks Storm With Hardline Asylum Overhaul

10:20

Army personnel inspect the suicide attack site outside the border force headquarters in Peshawar, Pakistan, Nov. 24, 2025. (Photo: AFP)

Suicide Bombing Kills Three Pakistani Paramilitary Personnel in Peshawar

10:03

Smog envelopes the Iranian capital during high air pollution levels. (Graphics: Kurdistan24)

Smog Crisis Triggers Calls for Shutdowns in Iran as Tehran’s Air Quality Hits Red Alert

09:28

The image shows the sign on Iran's Foreign Ministry. (Photo: IRNA)

Iran Condemns Killing of Senior Hezbollah Commander

08:59

People gather as they look at the debris following an Israeli military strike targeting a residential building in the Haret Hreik neighbourhood, of Beirut's southern suburbs, Nov. 23, 2025. (Photo: AFP)

Israel Kills Hezbollah Military Chief in Beirut Strike

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22:17

Kurdistan Region Prime Minister Masrour Barzani. (Photo: Kurdistan24)

PM Masrour Barzani congratulates Salahaddin University’s 44th graduating class

21:56

U.S. President Donald Trump. (Graphic: Kurdistan24)

Trump Says He Will Designate Muslim Brotherhood as Foreign Terrorist Organization

21:32

US President Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, Feb. 28, 2025 (AFP)

Zelensky Moves to Mend Fences, Thanks Trump After Angry Post

20:55

An aerial shot of Sami Abdulrahman Park in Erbil. (Photo: KRG)

Erbil Governor Highlights Major Climate and Health Benefits of Green Belt Project

19:54

The leaders of the Iraqi Sunni parties. (Photo: Submitted to Kurdistan24)

Sunni Parties Form National Political Council to Coordinate Positions in Iraq’s Next Parliament

19:47

Syrian Transitional Government FM Asaad al-Shaibani. (AFP)

Syrian Transitional Government Outlines Bold New State Strategy With SDF Integration

18:03

Leaders and delegates pose for a group photo, on the opening day of the G20 Leaders' Summit, in Johannesburg, South Africa, Saturday, Nov. 22, 2025. (Photo: AP)

Developing Nations Press for Climate Action, Fair Financing at South Africa G20 Summit