Politics

Deadly political divisions raise risks for Kurdistan

Rivalries between political leaders in Sulaimaniya have exploded into violence and undermined relations between Iraqi Kurdistan’s two ruling parties at a key political moment.

Bafel Talabani (left) and Lahur Talabany (right) at a Patriotic Union of Kurdistan party gathering on June 15, 2021. (Source: PUK Media)

Jun 1, 2009

Kurds from Syria eye KRG

Syria's persecuted Kurdish minority see Iraq's Kurdistan region as safe haven.

Jun 1, 2009

Maliki makes waves with gov’t change

Prime Minister Nouri al-Maliki's call for majority rule provokes strong reactions.

Jun 1, 2009

Load ’em up: fields in Iraqi Kurdistan begin

While oil flows, questions over compensation and disputes between KRG and Baghdad remain.

May 28, 2009

Iraq oil: between the centre and the region

MEES: sorting the real issues between Baghdad and Erbil.

May 25, 2009

Ethnic politics in Ninawa

Arab domination rejected by Kurds in Makhmour.

May 25, 2009

Tall order for new assembly speaker

He inherits fractious parliament, whose divisions have been exacerbated by his appointment.

May 19, 2009

Shahristani in Parliament

Oil Minister summoned by Parliament as differences intensify in Iraq.

May 14, 2009

Iraq oil showdown

Kurdish oil chief calls on Iraq Minister of Oil to resign, says he has no authority.

May 8, 2009

KRG sets July general elections

Iraqi Kurdish leader says July 25 will be poll day for regional parliament.

Apr 30, 2009

Smugglers Watch

Fadhila Party, once rulers of Basra, repeat year-old request of Parliament inquiry into status of oil smuggling and allegations.