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25 05 - 2026

17:45

President Masoud Barzani (right) and Kurdish boxer Badin. (Photo: Designed by Kurdistan24)

President Masoud Barzani Congratulates Kurdish Boxer Badin Haso on WBC Victory

16:47

US President Donald Trump delivers a speech about the economy at Rockland Community College Fieldhouse in Suffern, New York, on May 22, 2026. (Photo: AFP)

Trump Urges Muslim Nations to Join Abraham Accords as Part of Iran Peace Efforts

15:42

Iranian Foreign Minister, Abbas Araghchi (L), Iran Parliament Speaker, Mohammed Baqer Qalibaf, (Graphic: Kurdistan24)

Senior Iranian Officials Arrive in Doha for Talks on Potential U.S.-Iran Agreement

15:29

The official emblems of Kurdistan Region Government (R) and Iraqi Government (L). (Photo: Kurdistan24)

Kurdistan Region Delegation Heads to Baghdad for Critical Oil Security Talks

15:16

Iraqi family takes a selfie in a river taxi in Baghdad, Iraq, on July 16, 2023. (Photo: Xinhua/Khalil Dawood)

A New Current in Iraqi Transit: Water Taxis Set for Return

14:23

Kurdistan Region Prime Minister, Masrour Barzani (R) recieves Former Iraqi PM Mustafa Al-Kadhimi (Graphic: Kurdistan24)

Prime Minister Masrour Barzani receives former Iraqi PM Al-Kadhimi in Erbil

14:12

February 27, 2026 shows Abdullah Ocalan, the jailed leader of the Kurdistan Workers' Party (PKK) sitting with sheets of paper in his hands

Jailed PKK Leader Says 'No Time to Lose' in Establishing Legal Basis for Türkiye's Peace Process

13:46

British Navy RFA Lyme Bay at the gateway to the Mediterranean (Photo: AFP)

British navy readies Hormuz mine-clearing mission, but awaits peace deal first

12:33

An Oil barrel is stands back of the pair flag of US-Iran. (Graphic: Kurdistan 24)

Iran and US Edge Toward Deal as oil Prices Slide on Hormuz Optimism

11:36

A view from Duhok's Bazaar. (Photo: Alamy/Graphics: Kurdistan24)

A Season of Anticipation: Duhok Eyes Tourism Surge as Kurdistan Prepares for Eid

11:08

Iraqi PMF personnel take part in a parade in Basra on May 21, 2019, carrying the group’s banner. (AFP)

PMF Member Killed in Salahaddin Mortar Explosion

10:17

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio speaking with reporters, May 25. 2026. New Delhi, India. (AFP)

Washington Signals Resolve Amid Fragile Peace Hopes

09:37

This aerial view shows the Grand Mosque complex in Mecca, May 24, 2026 (Photo: AFP/ Graphics: Kurdistan24)

Kurdistan Region Enters Eid Holiday While Hajj Unfolds Under Shadow of Conflict

24 05 - 2026

23:37

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

From Basra To Baghdad: Iraqi Officials Unite In Praise Of Prime Minister Barzani's Diplomatic Push

22:17

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

PM Barzani Says Baghdad Talks Focused on Salaries, Future Erbil-Baghdad Relations

21:34

Kurdistan Region Prime Minister Masrour Barzani (left) during his meeting with Ammar al-Hakim, head of the Hikma National Movement, May 24, 2026. (Photo: KRG)

PM Barzani, Ammar al-Hakim Stress Constitutional Solution to Erbil–Baghdad Disputes

21:00

Kurdistan Region Prime Minister Masrour Barzani (L), and Iraqi parliament-member Amer al-Fayez (R). (Photo: KRG)

Prime Minister Barzani Meets Tasmim Alliance Leader in Baghdad

20:28

Kurdistan Region Prime Minister Masrour Barzani (L), and former Iraqi Prime Minister Ayad Allawi (R). (Photo: KRG)

Baghdad Visit Continues: Prime Minister Barzani Meets with Former PM Ayad Allawi

19:55

Mahmoud Mohammed, KDP spokesperson (L), and Ali Difai, spokesperson for the Islamic Supreme Council in Iraq (R). (Photo: Kurdistan24)

Prime Minister Barzani's Baghdad Trip Breaks Political Deadlock, Kurdish and Iraqi Officials Say

19:49

Kurdistan Region Prime Minister Masrour Barzani (right) during his meeting with Basra Governor Asaad Al-Eidani, May 24, 2026. (Photo: KRG)

PM Barzani, Basra Governor Discuss Expanding Cooperation

19:07

Kurdistan Region Prime Minister Masrour Barzani (left) during his meeting with Humam Hamoudi, President of the Islamic Supreme Council of Iraq, May 24, 2026. (Photo: KRG)

PM Barzani, Islamic Supreme Council of Iraq President Emphasize Federal Support and Constitutional Rights

19:02

Arab Tribal Chiefs gifting a brno rifle to Kurdistan Region Prime Minister Masrour Barzani. (Photo: KRG)

'You Are Not A Guest Here, You Are The Owner': Arab Tribal Chiefs Welcome Prime Minister Barzani

18:33

US President Donald Trump. (Graphic: Kurdistan24)

No Rush, No Mistakes: Trump Signals Patience As US-Iran Nuclear Negotiations Continue

18:22

President Masoud Barzani (right) during his meeting with Mustafa Al-Kadhimi, a political figure and former Iraqi Prime Minister, May 24, 2026. (Photo: Barzani Headquarters)

President Masoud Barzani Receives Former Iraqi Prime Minister Mustafa al-Kadhimi

18:06

Kurdistan Region Prime Minister Masrour Barzani (L), and Former Iraqi Prime Minister Adel Abdul-Mahdi (R). (Graphic: Kurdistan24)

Prime Minister Barzani Meets Former PM Abdul-Mahdi as Talks on Kurdistan's Rights Take Center Stage

17:46

Kurdistan Region Prime Minister Masrour Barzani during his meeting with a number of tribal leaders and dignitaries from central and southern Iraq, May 24, 2026. (Photo: Kurdistan24)

PM Barzani Meets Tribal Leaders from Central and Southern Iraq in Baghdad, Highlights Historical Ties

17:20

Qais al-Khazali, secretary-general of Asa'ib Ahl al-Haq, speaking during a press conference in Baghdad, May 24, 2026. (Photo: Kurdistan24)

Al-Khazali Says Meeting with PM Barzani Aimed at Strengthening Erbil-Baghdad Relations

16:40

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

PM Barzani, Qais al-Khazali Discuss Iraq’s Political Process and Erbil-Baghdad Issues

16:32

Kurdistan Region Prime Minister Masrour Barzani (R) and Iraqi Prime Minister Ali Zaidi (L). (Photo: KRG)

'Very Positive': Iraqi Factions Hail Barzani's Baghdad Meetings

15:33

Photo shows Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Azerbaijan. (Photo: Azerbaijani Media)

Azerbaijani Diplomat Dies in Fatal Crash in Iran

15:00

Erbil Governor Omed Xoshnaw, speaking at a press conference during the ceremony, Sunday, May 24, 2026. (Photo: Kurdistan24)

Erbil Launches Major Green Park Project to Strengthen Climate Resilience

14:40

Dr. Omed Sabah, the Head of the Diwan of the Kurdistan Region Council of Ministers. (Photo: Kurdistan24)

KRG Offers Runaki Electricity Model to Baghdad for National Energy Reform

14:13

Kurdistan Region Prime Minister Masrour Barzani (L) and State of Law Coalition head Nouri al-Maliki (R), Baghdad, May 24, 2026. (Photo: KRG)

Prime Minister Barzani Meets State of Law's Head al-Maliki in Baghdad

14:00

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio. (Photo: AFP)

Rubio Suggests U.S.-Iran Diplomatic Breakthrough Could Come Within Hours

13:37

Sherwan Dubardani, a Kurdistan Democratic Party (KDP) representative in the Iraqi Parliament. (Photo: Kurdistan24)

Kurdish Lawmaker Points to Weak Implementation of Federal Deals in Baghdad

13:16

President Masoud Barzani (R) and KIU Secretary-General Salahaddin Bahaddin. (Photo: Barzani HQ)

President Barzani Holds Talks With KIU Secretary-General on Kurdistan Political Process

12:31

KRG Prime Minister Masrour Barzani (R) shaking hands with former Iraqi PM and head of Reconstruction and Development Coalition Mohammed Shia al-Sudani. (Photo: KRG)

Prime Minister Barzani Meets With Head of Reconstruction and Development Coalition

12:19

Kurdish political analyst and writer Shvan Ibrahim. (Photo: Kurdistan24)

Analyst Urges Syrian Kurdish Parties to Engage Damascus, End Election Boycotts

12:01

Iraq's National Security Advisor Qasim al-Araji speaking with the press following the meeting with KRG Prime Minister Barzani, Sunday, May 24, 2026, Baghdad. (Photo: Kurdistan24)

'Strength and Stability of Kurdistan Region Bolsters Iraq's National Security' Says Iraq's NSA

11:26

KRG Prime Minister Barzani (L) and Iraq's NSA al-Araji (R) during a press conference. (Photo: Kurdistan24)

Prime Minister Barzani, Iraqi NSA al-Araji Coordinate on Regional Security Threats

11:14

Kurdistan Region Prime Minister Masrour Barzani (L) and Iraq's National Security Advisor Qasim al-Araji (R). (Photo: KRG)

Iraqi NSA Voices Strong Support for Kurdistan Region in Meeting with Prime Minister Barzani

11:03

Omed Sabah, the Head of the Diwan of the Kurdistan Region Council of Ministers. (Photo: Kurdistan24)

Kurdistan, Federal Officials Move Toward Stable Salary Distribution Framework

10:32

Kurdistan Region Prime Minister Masrour Barzani (L) and al-Siyada Allliance leader Khamis al-Khanjar (R). (Graphics: Kurdistan24)

Prime Minister Barzani, al-Siyada Leader Say New Opportunity Exists for Inclusive Iraqi Government

10:07

Security personnel and residents rescue injured blast victims from derailed carriages after an explosion targeted a train in Quetta on May 24, 2026. (AFP)

Deadly Blast Derails Train in Pakistan's Balochistan Province

09:58

A man takes a nap in front of a closed shop on a hot summer day in Varanasi on May 23, 2026. (AFP)

Deadly Heatwave Sweeps India as Officials Warn of More Extreme Heat

09:35

Flag of Iran (R) and barrels marked as carrying uranium in the background. (Graphics: Kurdistan24)

Tehran Reportedly Agrees to Surrender Highly Enriched Uranium

09:08

Secret Service agents are seen after a lockdown was lifted at the White House in Washington, DC, on May 23, 2026. (AFP)

U.S. Secret Service Fatally Shoots Armed Suspect Near White House

08:47

The meeting between Prime Minister Masrour Barzani (L) and Khamis al-Khanjar head of al-Siyada Alliance in Baghdad, May 24, 2026. (Photo: Kurdistan24)

Prime Minister Masrour Barzani Meets Siyada Alliance Leader Khamis al-Khanjar in Baghdad

01:22

Water is sprayed on a tank that overheated at an aerospace plant in Garden Grove, Calif., Friday, May 22, 2026. (AP)

California Declares Emergency as Chemical Tank Threatens Explosion

01:04

Ahmed al-Asadi, head of the Somaroon Movement. (Photo: Kurdistan24)

Ahmed Al-Asadi Describes Prime Minister Barzani’s Baghdad Visit As ‘Highly Successful’

01:01

Health workers wearing protective equipment disinfect the isolation area for Ebola patients, Mongbwalu, on May 23, 2026. (AFP)

DR Congo Reports 204 Ebola Deaths Across Three Provinces

00:09

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

Trump Announces Progress Toward U.S.-Iran Peace Memorandum

23 05 - 2026

23:55

From the Left, Kurdistan Region Prime Minister Masrour Barzani , and Popular Mobilization Forces (PMF) Chairman Falih al-Fayyadh. (Photo: KRG)

Prime Minister Barzani and Falih Al-Fayyadh Stress Security and Constitutional Cooperation

23:06

Kurdistan Region Prime Minister Masrour Barzani (R), and Hadi al-Amiri, Secretary-General of the Badr Organization (L). (Graphic: Kurdistan24)

Prime Minister Barzani and Hadi al-Amiri Stress Political Coordination and Constitutional Dialogue

22:19

The flag of the United States of America (R) and the flag of the Islamic Republic of Iran (L). (Graphic: Kurdistan24)

Axios: US, Iran Preparing Draft Memorandum to End War

21:50

Kurdistan Region Prime Minister Masrour Barzani (L), and Nasr Alliance leader Haider al-Abadi (R). (Photo: KRG)

Prime Minister Barzani and Haider al-Abadi discuss reforms, dialogue, and constitutional rights

21:12

Kurdistan Region Prime Minister Masrour Barzani (L) and, Mohsen al-Mandalawi, head of the Iraqi Asaas Alliance (R). (Photo: KRG)

Prime Minister Barzani Continues Baghdad Talks with Meeting with Mohsen Al-Mandalawi

20:59

Azm Alliance leader Muthanna al-Samarrai. (Photo: Iraqi Media)

Azm Alliance Chief Highlights Importance of Coordination with Kurdistan Region

20:21

Kurdistan Region Prime Minister Masrour Barzani’ (L), and Taqadum Party leader Mohammed al-Halboosi (R). (Graphic: Kurdistan24)

Prime Minister Barzani and Halboosi Stress Unity, Constitutional Dialogue, And Federal Cooperation

20:06

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

Prime Minister Barzani Highlights Positive Momentum in Baghdad Meetings

19:29

Muthanna al-Samarrai, leader of the Iraqi Azm Alliance. (Photo: Iraqi Media)

Azm Alliance Leader Emphasizes Constitutional Path To Resolving Iraq’s Political Challenges

18:51

Eyad al-Jubouri, a lawmaker from the Azm Alliance (R), and Former Iraqi Parliament Deputy Speaker Bashir Haddad (L). (Photo: Kurdistan24)

Baghdad Talks Highlight Growing Coordination Between Erbil and Iraqi Political Forces

18:24

Kurdistan Region Prime Minister Masrour Barzani (L) and Muthanna al-Samarrai, head of the Azm Alliance (R). (Photo: KRG)

Masrour Barzani, Muthanna al-Samarrai Stress Stronger Coordination Between Political Parties

17:33

Kurdistan Region Prime Minister Masrour Barzani. (Graphic: Kurditsan24)

Prime Minister Barzani Highlights ‘Good Intentions’ in Baghdad Talks to Resolve Erbil-Baghdad Issues

17:05

Kurdistan Region Prime Minister Masrour Barzani (L) and Iraqi Supreme Judicial Council President Judge Faiq Zaidan (R). (Graphic: Kurdistan24)

Prime Minister Barzani Meets Iraq’s Top Judge in Baghdad

16:16

Faris Issa, head of the Kurdistan Regional Government Representation in Baghdad. (Photo: Kurdistan24)

Kurdistan Region Employees’ Salaries ‘Will Not Be Missed,’ Baghdad Assures Erbil

16:02

Kurdistan Region Prime Minister Masrour Barzani (L), and Abdulhussein al-Moussawi, head of the Nahj Alliance (National Approach Alliance) (R). (Photo: KRG)

Prime Minister Barzani Continues Baghdad Talks with Focus on Dialogue and Constitutional Rights

15:53

The poster of the Birmingham Kurdish Film Festival. (Photo: Submitted to Kurdistan24)

Birmingham Kurdish Film Festival Sets May 28 Debut With 33 Kurdish Films

15:05

Kurdistan Region Prime Minister Masrour Barzani (L) met with Iraqi Parliament Speaker Haibat al-Halbousi in Baghdad on Saturday, May 23, 2026. (Graphic: Kurdistan24)

Prime Minister Barzani, Iraqi Speaker al-Halbousi Discuss Constitutional Issues in Baghdad

14:49

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

Prime Minister Barzani Announces Impending Resolution to Salary Issue in Baghdad

14:41

The photo shows tourists in a resort in Sulaimani, Kurdistan Region. (Photo: Social Media)

Kurdistan Region Secures Over $7.5 Billion in Tourism Investment in Five Years

13:56

The photo shows the meeting between Kurdistan Region Prime Minister Masrour Barzani (L) and Iraq's Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi (R) in Baghdad, May 23, 2026. (Photo: KRG)

Prime Minister Barzani, Iraqi Premier Seek Constitutional Deal on Erbil-Baghdad Disputes

13:40

Iraq's Parliament Speaker Haibat al-Halbousi during a parliamentary session. (Photo: Iraqi Parliament Media Office)

Iraqi Watchdog Says 70% of Draft Laws Risk Increasing Hidden Unemployment

13:31

Kurdistan Region's Prime Minister Masrour Barzani (L) and Iraq's Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi (R). (Photo: KRG)

Iraqi Officials Link Federal Cabinet Stability to Coordination With Kurdistan Region

13:14

Kurdistan's 24-Hour Power System Emerges as Blueprint for Iraq Energy Reform

12:16

Kurdistan Region Prime Minister Masrour Barzani (L) and Iraqi Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi (R). (Photo: KRG)

Kurdistan Region Prime Minister Barzani, Iraqi Prime Minister al-Zaidi in Key Meeting

12:07

An aerial view of Erbil. (Photo: Kurdistan24)

Kurdistan Citizens Optimistic About Prime Minister's Visit to Baghdad

11:29

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

Kurdistan Region Prime Minister Barzani Arrives in Baghdad for Two-Day Talks

11:17

Ivanka Trump (L) and the suspect in U.S. custody (R). (Graphics: Kurdistan24)

Suspect in US Custody Following Alleged IRGC-Linked Plot to Assassinate Ivanka Trump

11:01

Iranian Ambassador to the UN Amir-Saeid Iravani looks on during the Security Council meeting on the situation in the Middle East at the UN HQ, Oct 2, 2024 in New York. (AFP)

Iran Demands Compensation from Gulf States for Facilitating U.S.-Israeli Attacks

10:28

Kurdistan Region President Nechirvan Barzani (L) and Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi (R). (Photo: Kurdistan24)

Kurdistan Region President, Iran's FM Emphasize Regional Stability and Border Security

10:19

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

Prime Minister Barzani Set to Arrive in Baghdad for High-Level Constitutional Talks

09:49

The photo is an illustrative graphic depicting a coal miner at a coal mine. (Graphic: Kurdistan24)

At Least 82 Killed After Blast at Northern China Coal Mine

09:21

Iraq's Foreign Minister Fuad Hussein (L) shakes hands with his Iranian counterpart Abbas Araghchi (R) before a joint press conference in Tehran on Jan. 18, 2026. (AFP)

Iraqi FM Urges Regional Stability in Call With Iranian Counterpart

08:47

US President Donald Trump walks as he arrives at Morristown Airport in New Jersey, on May 22, 2026. (Photo: AFP/Graphics: Kurdistan24)

US-Iran Negotiations Stall as Trump Alters Schedule to Review Options

22 05 - 2026

22:38

Iran's Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Esmail Baghaei. (Photo: AFP)

'We're Not Close to a Deal': Iran Freezes Nuclear Talks as US Senator Calls for Return to Military Action

21:33

A picture from the Kurdish celebrations and dances at the Amsterdam Hosts Fifth Kurdish Film Festival. (Photo: Kurdistan24)

Amsterdam Hosts Fifth Kurdish Film Festival Under Theme ‘Between Tradition and Change’

21:12

Sabah al-Numan, spokesperson for the Commander-in-Chief of the Iraqi Armed Forces. (Graphic: Kurdistan24)

Iraqi Military Spokesman: Weapons Must Remain Under State Control

20:42

A youth sorts through plastic in a landfill while searching for recyclable material for sale in Basra on June 22, 2023. (AFP)

Cancer Risks, Toxic Gases, and a $3 Billion Price Tag: Iraq Confronts Its Plastic Waste Crisis

19:50

Kurdistan Region's Prime Minister Masrour Barzani (L), and the Kurdish Champion Namo Fazil (R). (Graphic: Kurdistan24)

Kurdish Champion Namo Fazil: Prime Minister Barzani's Congratulations Meant More to Me Than Winning