KDP High Electoral Committee celebrates success in special voting, calls for strong general voting turnout

ERBIL (Kurdistan24) - The Kurdistan Democratic Party's (KDP) High Electoral Committee has issued a statement celebrating what it describes as a "major victory" for its List 190 in Friday's special voting for the Kurdistan Parliament's sixth term elections.

In the statement released on Saturday, the committee expressed gratitude to security forces and other special voters, particularly highlighting the role of the Peshmerga forces.

"We extend our warmest congratulations on the great success of our party's List 190 in the special voting held on Oct. 18. The significant trust shown by our heroic Peshmerga and special voters is a source of great pride," the statement read.

The statement drew a parallel between the Peshmerga's historical role in defending Kurdistan and their participation in the democratic process.

"Just as the Peshmerga defended Kurdistan with their sacred blood in great epics, their overwhelming support for List 190 has once again protected the stronghold of Kurdistan's stability for greater prosperity and resilience," the statement highlighted.

Looking ahead to Sunday's general election, the committee called on all eligible voters to participate, "We urge the people of Kurdistan to participate extensively in tomorrow's election, Oct. 20, to ensure Kurdistan remains in safe hands."

This statement follows reports indicating strong performance by the KDP in the special voting phase, where security forces, including Peshmerga, police, and other security personnel, cast their ballots.

The general election tomorrow will determine the final composition of the Kurdistan Parliament's sixth term, with over 2.6 million eligible voters expected to participate.

The election represents a crucial moment for the Kurdistan Region's democratic process, with 100 parliamentary seats at stake and numerous political parties and independent candidates competing for voters' support.