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25 01 - 2026

09:26

Gulistan Kiliç, the head of the parliamentary group for the Peoples’ Equality and Democracy Party (DEM Party). (Photo: TBMM)

DEM Party MP Accuses Damascus of Ethnic Campaign as Kobani Siege Deepens Humanitarian Crisis

08:45

A protester flashes the peace sign with his fingers in front of the Kurdistan flag during a demonstration in solidarity with Kurds in Rojava, at Place de la Bastille, central Paris, on Jan. 24, 2026. (AFP)

Thousands Rally in Paris to Protest Siege of Rojava

08:45

Saudi Arabia flag, U-L, United Arabian Emirates flag. (Graphics: Kurdistan24)

Saudi-UAE Media War Exposes Deepening Gulf Rift After Yemen Clashes

24 01 - 2026

23:23

SDF Announces Fifteen-Day Ceasefire Extension Through International Mediation

23:05

A picture of the gate of the maternity hospital in the city of Kobani. (Photo: Handed to Kurdistan24)

From Inside the Siege: Hospitals in Kobani on the Brink as Death Looms

22:53

President Masoud Barzani, R, Nouri al-Maliki, Head of State of Law Coalition. (Graphics: Kurdistan24)

President Barzani Welcomes Nomination of Nouri al-Maliki for Prime Minister

22:17

Al-Tahrir Square in central Baghdad, a historic focal point of mass protests and political demonstrations in Iraq. (Photo: AP)

Sunni Political Council Sends Mixed Signals on al-Maliki Nomination for Prime Minister

21:40

Image of the child who died due to lack of oxygen in one of Kobani's Hospital. (Photo: Handed to Kurdistan24)

DAANES to Kurdistan24: "Another child in Kobani has died due to a lack of oxygen."

21:06

SDF Commander Mazoulm Abdi (L), and Syrian Interim President Ahmed Al-Sharaa (R). (Graphic: Kurdistan24)

Ceasefire Between Syria and Kurdish Forces Expires Amid Rising Uncertainty

21:02

Nouri al-Maliki, head of the State of Law coalition. (Photo: His Media Office)

Iraq’s Shite Coordination Framework Nominates Nouri al-Maliki for Prime Minister

20:19

A still from video footage showing Syrian security forces releasing juvenile detainees linked to the Islamic State (ISIS) from al-Aqtan Prison in Raqqa, Jan. 24, 2026. (Video: Local Syrian Media)

Syria Releases 126 Juvenile ISIS Detainees From Raqqa Prison

19:33

President Donald Trump, R, and Canadian PM Mark Carney, Sharm el-Sheikh, Egypt, Oct. 13, 2025. (Photo: AP)

Trump Threatens 100 Percent Tariff on Canada if It Finalizes China Trade Deal

19:00

Renowned Kurdish singer Ciwan Haco. (Photo: Haco's Facebook)

Renowned Kurdish Singer Haco, Praises President Barzani's 'Sacred' Role in Plea for Aid and Unity

18:15

A statue of a Kurdish female fighter in the center of Kobani city. (Photo: Social Media)

Kurdish Autonomous Administration Warns Siege of Kobani Risks Humanitarian Catastrophe, Urges Urgent Intervention

17:02

DEM party's co-chair Tülay Hatimoğulları. (Photo: DEM party)

DEM Party Calls for Immediate Ceasefire, Warns of Syria’s Dangerous Trajectory

16:59

A senior delegation from the UNHCR in Syria has expressed strong appreciation for the humanitarian work of the BCF during a visit to its office in Qamishli, Syria, Jan. 24, 2026. (BCF)

UNHCR Delegation Praises Barzani Charity Foundation’s Humanitarian Operations in Qamishli

15:46

A Kurdish citizen holding the Kurdistan flag during a rally. (Photo: Kurdistan24)

Kurdistani Diaspora Confederation Rejects Partisan Branding for Cologne Demonstrations

15:07

Iraqi border security force personnel stand guard next to their armored vehicles along the border with Syria, Iraq on Jan. 22, 2026. (AFP)

Iraqi Military to Prosecute ISIS Detainees Under National Law Amid Internal Security Friction

14:36

The photo shows five Kurdish children. (Graphics: Kurdistan24)

Five Children Die in Besieged Kurdish City as Extreme Cold and Aid Blockade Intensify

14:12

PYD Co-Chair Parwin Yusuf. (Photo: Kurdistan24)

PYD Co-Chair to Kurdistan24: We Are Striving to Resume Negotiations with Damascus

13:50

Babkir Zebari, former Chief of Staff of the Iraqi Army (L) and Kurdistan24's anchor Abbas Zebari. (Photo: Kurdistan24)

Former Iraqi Chief of Staff Advocates for Capital Punishment for ISIS Detainees Relocated from Syria

12:45

Kurdish civilians gather with their weapons in the city of Qamishli on Jan. 20, 2026. (AFP)

Ceasefire Between SDF and Syrian Arab Army Extended

12:02

U.S. President Donald Trump. (Photo: AFP)

U.S. President’s Actions Spark Global Debate Over U.S. Alliances, “New World Order” Talk

11:08

A Kurdish woman and children can be seen in this photo, Jan. 19, 2026. (AFP)

Kobani Siege Deepens as Cold Claims Life Amid Growing Humanitarian Strain

10:54

The photo shows the aid campaign organized by Barzani Charity Foundation (BCF). (Photo: Kurdistan24)

Humanitarian Relief Efforts for Rojava Scale Up as UN Warns of Deteriorating Siege in Kobani

10:25

ISIS detainees in a prison in Syria. (Graphics: Kurdistan24)

Iraq Prepares for Second Convoy of ISIS Detainees as Transfer from Syria Accelerates

09:42

Elham Ahmad, the Co-Chair of the Department of Foreign Relations of the Autonomous Administration. (Graphics: Kurdistan24)

Autonomous Administration Official Proposes Initiative to End Syria Hostilities Following Recent Displacement

08:56

The USS Gerald R. Ford sails in the Ionian Sea, July 29, 2025. (Photo: U.S. Department of War)

Pentagon Strategy Mandates European Self-Reliance and Prioritizes U.S. Homeland Defense

23 01 - 2026

23:49

An Air France plane lands at the International O.R. Tambo Airport in Johannesburg, Oct. 1, 2020. (AP)

European Airlines Suspend Regional Service as Israel Clears Airspace

23:29

Treefa Aziz, the KRG Representative to the United States. (Photo: Kurdistan24)

KRG Representative to Washington Urges U.S. Protection for Rojava Civilians Amid Deepening Humanitarian Crisis

23:12

The "Freedom Square" in Kurdish city of Kobani. (Photo: Social Media)

Kurdish Red Crescent Team Issues Urgent Appeal as Siege of Kobani Deepens Amid Record Winter

22:28

The gate of Imrali prison. (Photo: Turkish Media)

Öcalan Warns of Coup Risk if Peace Process Fails, Parliamentary Minutes Show

22:11

An aid collection site in Erbil. (Photo: Kurdistan24)

Erbil Aid Campaign for Rojava Gains Momentum Amid Siege

22:02

Iraqi PM's meeting with Admiral Brad Cooper (L), the Commander of the U.S. Central Command. (Photo: INA)

Iraqi Premier Cites Strategic Foresight in Managing Syria Security Crisis and ISIS Detainee Transfers

20:58

The organizers of the joint art exhibition in Sulaimani. (Photo: Kurdistan24)

Art and Aid Converge as Kurdish Institutions Mobilize Support for Rojava

20:01

A woman’s braided hair adorned with a Kurdistan flag. (Photo: Kurdistan24)

Kurdish Women Launch Hair-Braiding Campaign to Protest Mutilation by SAA Soldier

19:28

Six Kurds Wounded in Knife Attack in Belgium Amid Protests Over Syria Crisis; KDC Urges Calm

19:09

Women protest in Qamishli over video showing abuse of a slain Kurdish female fighter, Jan. 22, 2026. (AP)

SDF Releases Graphic Evidence Alleging Body Burning, Torture by SAA Amid War Crimes Dossier

18:46

Kurdish civilians gather with their weapons in the city of Qamishlo on Jan. 20, 2026. (AFP)

Research Institute Warns of Efforts to Cut Off Rojava’s Escape Routes to Kurdistan Region Amid Deepening Crisis

18:18

Elham Ahmad, the Head of Foreign Relations for the Autonomous Administration of North and East Syria (DAANES). (Photo: Kurdistan24)

DAANES Official Credits Global Kurdish Support as ‘True Line of Defense’ Amid Deepening Siege of Kobani

17:41

Iraqi PM Mohammed Shia al-Sudani. (Photo: Archive)

Iraqi PM Urges European Repatriation of ISIS Detainees Following Transfer Operation from Syria

16:58

Ayşegül Doğan, the Spokesperson for the Peoples' Equality and Democracy Party (DEM Party). (Photo: Kurdistan24)

DEM Spokesperson Urges Acceptance of Kurdish Achievements as Regional Reality

16:28

The "Free Woman" statue in the square of the same name in the Kurdish city of Kobani, on Nov. 25, 2022. (AFP)

SAA Forces Besiege Kobani as Humanitarian Crisis Deepens Amid Winter Conditions

15:26

The sculpture that was carved by the Kurdish sculptor Saman Hidayat. (Photo: Submitted to Kurdistan24)

Kurdish Sculptor Saman Hidayat Unveils Braid Sculpture Honoring Women’s Resistance

14:55

President Masoud Barzani (R), and SDF Commander, Mazloum Abdi (L). (Graphic: Kurdistan24)

SDF Commander: The Position of the Kurdistan Region is Held in Great Appreciation and Respect by our People

14:06

President Masoud Barzani. (Photo: Designed by Kurdistan24)

President Barzani Urges International Support for Kurdish Rights in Syria, Welcomes Ceasefire Efforts

13:42

Syrian internal security forces stand guard at the entrance of Al-Hol camp in the desert region of Syria's Hasakeh province on Jan. 21, 2026. (AFP)

Volatile Security Blocks UN Access to Al-Hol Camp as Control Shifts in Syria

12:45

Aqrah District. (Photo: Kurdistan24)

Authorities Issue Safety Guidelines and Clear Roads Following Significant Snowfall

12:02

Democratic Regions Party (DBP) co-chairman Keskin Bayindir. (Photo: Kurdistan24)

DBP Co-Chair Says Peace in Turkey Impossible While Western Kurdistan Faces Shelling

11:38

Photos from Prime Minister Masrour Barzani's meetings with officials and heads of state at the World Economic Forum 2026 in Davos. (Graphic: Kurdistan24)

Summit of Diplomacy: A Complete Summary of PM Barzani's Meetings at Davos 2026

10:50

SDF forces withdraw from Aqtan prison on the outskirts of the northeastern city of Raqa, bound for Kobani, on January 23, 2026. (Photo: AFP)

Syria Begins Transfer of Kurdish Fighters from Aqtan Prison Under De-escalation Deal

10:07

U.S. Welcomes Iraq’s Initiative to Detain ISIS Prisoners Amid Regional Security Efforts

08:47

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

PM Masrour Barzani Concludes Davos Visit with Focus on Dialogue, Rights, and Investment

08:23

Iraqi Prime Minister Mohammed Shia Sudani (right) during his meeting with U.S. Special Envoy for Syria Tom Barrack, Jan. 23, 2026. (Photo: Iraqi FM's press office)

Iraqi PM, U.S. Envoy Barrack Discuss Syria Stability, Counterterrorism Cooperation

08:15

Mazloum Abdi, the commander of the U.S.-backed Syrian Democratic Forces. (Photo: AP)

SDF Commander Receives Phone Call From French President Macron on Ceasefire Efforts in Syria

22 01 - 2026

23:24

Mazloum Abdi, the Commander-in-Chief of the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF). (Photo: Designed by Kurdistan24)

Mazloum Abdi Welcomes US Support for Ceasefire, Integration Talks

22:15

Kobani city. (Photo: Kurdistan24)

Ceasefire Violations Hit Kobani as SDF Reports Continued Attacks

19:47

Kurdistan Region Prime Minister Masrour Barzani (right) during his meeting with Kuwait’s Minister of Commerce and Industry, Khalifa Al Ajeel, Jan. 22, 2026. (Photo: KRG)

PM Barzani, Kuwaiti Commerce Minister Discuss Expanding Investment and Trade Ties in Davos

19:06

Kurdistan Region Prime Minister Masrour Barzani (left) during his meeting with Jordan’s Crown Prince Hussein bin Abdullah al-Hashimi, Jan. 22, 2026. (Photo: KRG)

PM Barzani, Jordanian Crown Prince Discuss Ties, Regional Stability in Davos

18:40

Kurdistan Region Prime Minister Masrour Barzani speaking at the press conference, Jan. 22, 2026. (Photo: Designed by Kurdistan24)

PM Barzani: ‘Serious Efforts Made in Davos to Establish Peace in Western Kurdistan’

17:17

Iraqi Interior Ministry spokesperson Miqdad Miri speaking to Kurdistan24, Jan. 22, 2026. (Photo: Kurdistan24)

Iraq Confirms Secure Plan to Transfer ISIS Prisoners from Syria

15:54

U.S. Special Envoy for Syria Tom Barrack. (Graphic: Kurdistan24)

US Envoy Tom Barrack Says Washington Reaffirms Support for SDF–Damascus Integration, Stresses Ceasefire as First Step

15:40

President Masoud Barzani (L), and Italy’s Defense Minister Guido Crosetto (R). (Photo: Barzani HQ)

Italian Defense Minister: President Barzani Plays a Major Leadership Role in Advancing Peace

15:36

Kurdistan Region President Nechirvan Barzani, R, SDF General Commander Mazloum Abdi, Erbil, Kurdistan Region, Jan. 22, 2026. (Kurdistan24)

Kurdistan President Barzani Meets SDF Commander Abdi Amid Escalating Tensions in Western Kurdistan

15:19

President Masoud Barzani during his visit to the Iraqi Embassy in Rome. (Photo: Kurdistan24)

President Masoud Barzani Visits Iraqi Embassy in Rome

14:56

Kurdistan Region PM Masrour Barzani, R, French FM Jean-Noël Barrot, Davos, Switzerland, Jan 22, 2026. (Kurdistan24)

Kurdistan PM Barzani, French Foreign Minister Discuss Syria, Regional Stability at Davos

14:26

Kurdish children and their families fleeing a government advance through Kurdish-controlled areas arrive in the Kurdish Syrian city of Qamishli on January 19, 2026. (AFP)

KRG Sends Fuel Supplies to Western Kurdistan as Winter Assistance Continues

13:34

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

Kurdistan PM Barzani Presses for International Support for Syrian Kurds at Davos

13:10

President Barzani at a press conference in Italy, Rome. (Photo: Kurdistan24)

President Barzani: We Will Do Whatever is Necessary to Protect Kurdistan People's Dignity

12:26

Damascus-affiliated militant displaying the cut braid of a Kurdish female fighter after her death. (Photo: Social Media)

Kurdish women braid hair in global protest over abuse of female Kurdish fighter in Syria

12:26

Kurds fleeing a government advance through Kurdish-controlled areas arrive in the Kurdish Syrian city of Qamishli, Jan. 19, 2026.

Kurdistan Region Turkmen Parties Voice Concern Over Syria Developments

12:09

Residents of Qamishlo city as they welcome Barzani Charity Organization's trucks. (Photo: Kurdistan24)

Qamishlo Residents Welcome Major Barzani Charity Foundation Aid Convoy

11:03

Rifaat al-Assad, the uncle of deposed Syrian president Bashar al-Assad. (Photo: AFP)

Rifaat al-Assad, Former Syrian Vice President, Dies at 88