Gold Prices Remained Steady Near $4,500 Amid Iran Conflict Uncertainty

Gold prices remained steady at around $4,500 per ounce as global markets reacted cautiously to ongoing geopolitical tensions....

20% Electricity Fee Waiver Returns 8 Billion IQD to Residents

The Kurdistan Regional Government has returned nearly 8 billion Iraqi dinars to residents following a 20% electricity fee...

Food Supply Secured Amid Regional Tensions For Two-Months

The Ministry of Trade in the Kurdistan Region has confirmed that sufficient food supply is available across its storage facilities. Officials say current reserves can meet demand for at...

Decline in Gold Prices in Erbil Markets

Gold prices had a decline on Wednesday in Erbil markets, continuing a downward trend compared to the previous day. This drop reflects recent fluctuations in global gold markets and...

KRG IT Teams Successfully Thwart Major Cyberattack on Roonaki Portal

The Information Technology Directorate of the Kurdistan Regional Government successfully defended the Roonaki service portal against a large-scale...

KRG Launches KRDPass App for Digital Driver Licenses and Future Fine Payments

The Kurdistan Regional Government (KRG) is taking a major step toward digital services. The KRDPass digital identity app will now...

Under Wintry Skies, Duhok Night Market Attracts Crowds with Local Products and Holiday Spirit

Under cold winter skies, Duhok has turned its evenings into a lively public space. The city has launched...

Kurdish Wheat Farmers Continue Waiting for Payments from Baghdad

Wheat farmers in the Kurdistan Region are still waiting for full payment for their 2025 harvest. Nasreen Ahmed,...

Discussions Ongoing Over Appointment of Consulting Firm for Kurdistan Oil Audit

Following the amendments made to the Iraqi budget in...

Kurdistan Region Produces 400 Tons of Honey in 2025

The Kurdistan Beekeepers Network announced that honey producers in...

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Economy

Energy

Kirkuk Oil Exports Reach 250,000 Barrels Per Day Amid Regional Recovery

Kirkuk oil exports through the Kurdistan Region climbed steadily...

Oil Prices Drop 5% as Market Faces Unprecedented Uncertainty

Global oil prices fell sharply by 5 percent on...

Gas Cylinders Distribution to Resume in Erbil Through a Coupon System

Authorities in Erbil will restart the distribution of household...

Erbil Sets 50-Liter Daily Fuel Limit for Vehicles

The Erbil Directorate of Oil and Minerals has ordered...

Dana Gas Withdraws Staff from Khor Mor Gas Field Amid Regional Security Threats

Dana Gas has withdrawn all its employees from the...

DNO Expects Long-Term Oil Production in Kurdistan Licenses

DNO has outlined a long-term production outlook for its...

Iraq Resumes Oil Exports Through Kurdistan Region Pipeline

Iraq has officially resumed exporting oil through the Kurdistan...

Kurdistan Regional Government Ministry of Natural Resources Responds to Iraqi Ministry of Oil Statements

The Kurdistan Regional Government Ministry of Natural Resources has...

General News

Lithos Brings Authentic Greek Cuisine to Erbil

Lithos Restaurant is one of the most distinctive Greek-style...

20% Electricity Fee Waiver Returns 8 Billion IQD to Residents

The Kurdistan Regional Government has returned nearly 8 billion...

USD/IQD Exchange Rate Rises in Erbil Markets

The USD recorded a slight increase against the Iraqi...

Kurdistan Prepares Salary List and Audit Report for Submission to Baghdad

The Kurdistan Regional Government (KRG) has finalized preparations to...

Grape and Honey Festival in Duhok Showcases Local Farmers

The Grape and Honey Festival in Duhok began today,...

Kurdistan Prime Minister Launches New Smart Device Factory Project

Kurdistan Region Prime Minister Masrour Barzani laid the foundation...

Iraq to Increase Oil Production as OPEC+ Deal Ends in August

Iraq to increase oil production starting in August 2025,...

Iraq and Syria Strengthen Security and Energy Collaboration Amid Regional Shifts

An Iraqi governmental delegation recently traveled to Damascus to...

Erbil to Receive Full Access to Water by July 2025, Says Hemn Group CEO

Khalid Khoshnaw, the CEO of Hemn Group, has announced...

Key Issues Remain as Erbil and Baghdad Agree on Resuming Oil Exports

The Iraqi Oil Ministry has indicated that there is...

Despite Budget Uncertainty, Kurdistan Extends Oil Deal and Nears Full 24-Hour Power

Amid continued delays in approving Iraq’s federal budget, the...

Iraq Plans to Resume Kirkuk Oil Exports Through Kurdistan Pipeline Next Week

Iraq may soon restart oil exports from the Kirkuk...

Insurance Sector Expands in Kurdistan as Public Awareness Grows

The insurance industry in the Kurdistan Region is expanding...

Water Project: PM Barzani Launches $200 Million Erbil Initiative

Kurdistan Region Prime Minister Masrour Barzani inaugurated the final...

Progress in Resuming Kurdistan Region Oil Exports Amid Ongoing Negotiations

Recent developments indicate that there are no significant technical...

Erbil Hosts First International Logistics Exhibition

The Kurdistan Region and Iraq are hosting the first International...

Sesame Cultivation in Akre Town Sees Steady Growth, Boosting Local Production

Akre town, known for its fertile soil and favorable...

Zakho Fountain Project to Boost Tourism in Kurdistan Region

The Zakho Fountain Project has begun, marking a major...

Black Friday Deals Trigger a Major Shopping Wave in Kurdistan

Black Friday has arrived in Kurdistan, and shoppers across...

Agriculture

Third Largest Dam in Kurdistan Region Underway in Germiyan

The Kurdistan Regional Government (KRG) has begun constructing the third largest dam in the region in Germiyan. The Bawanur Dam will store 30 million cubic meters of water. This...

Kurdistan Agriculture Ministry Imposes 2026 Fishing Ban

The Ministry of Agriculture and Water Resources of the Kurdistan Regional Government has announced a fishing ban for...

Kurdistan Sees Sharp Decrease in Vegetable and Fruit Prices as Iran Reopens Border Crossings

Border crossings between the Kurdistan Region and Iran reopened after several days of disruption. This move stabilized food...

Netherlands–Kurdistan Agricultural Partnership Brings Advanced Glasshouse Technology to Erbil

A new agricultural partnership between the Netherlands and the Kurdistan Region is introducing advanced Dutch glasshouse technology to Erbil. The initiative aims to...

Kurdistan Region Expands Agriculture to Achieve Self-Sufficiency, Boost Exports

The Kurdistan Regional Government (KRG) is boosting domestic agriculture to reduce reliance on imports and achieve self-sufficiency, officials...

Latest Articles

Korek Telecom Teams Rush to Baghdad to Fix Network Problems

Korek Telecom is acting quickly to restore services after network issues disrupted communication across Iraq. Its technical teams are working on the lines and following...

Discover the Charm of Dune Cafe in Erbil

Dune Cafe is one of Erbil’s most captivating café experiences. Its first branch, nestled in the stylish Empire Pearl complex, blends modern design with...

Sulaymaniyah to Host First Cinematic Concert with French Film and Live Music

Sulaymaniyah hosted its first cinematic concert at Cinema Salim. The event combined a French film with Kurdish subtitles and live music. It was organized...

Food and Grocery Prices Rise in Kurdistan Markets Amid New Customs System

As Ramadan approaches, food and grocery prices in the Kurdistan Region have surged sharply. Red meat and other essential items have seen noticeable increases,...

Sulaymaniyah Power Officials Show 93% of Households Paid Modest Bills

The General Directorate of Sulaymaniyah Electricity has released detailed data showing that the vast majority of households in the governorate paid modest electricity bills...

Kurdistan Region’s Electronic Payment Platform Handles 25,000 Bills Since Launch

The Kurdistan Region’s new electronic payment platform has handled 25,000 electricity bills since launch, according to the Kurdistan Regional Government (KRG). The system, known...