Former New Generation MP Responds to Ministry of Finance
Former New Generation MP Kawa Abdulqadir accused the PUK and KDP of plotting against the movement through the arrest of Shaswar Abdulwahid and the confiscation of 60 properties. He said the conspiracy aims to weaken the movement ahead of Iraq’s November elections, but vowed they will stand firm with the support of the Kurdish people.
The outgoing Kurdistan Regional Government has decided that all political prisoners can continue working until the age of 65. The decision applies to categories 9–15 of the service, with salaries paid from the respective ministries’ budgets.
Revenues from Iraq’s border gates surged by 150% in 2025, reaching 1.5 trillion dinars, according to the Iraqi Border Gates Agency. Officials credit anti-corruption measures and stricter monitoring for the sharp increase.
Srwa Abdulwahid, leader of the New Generation Movement faction in Iraq’s Parliament, marked August 31 as a dark day in Kurdistan’s history, accusing the KDP of crimes during the 1996 events in Erbil and warning that such actions could be repeated.
A fire caused by an electrical short circuit burned 1,000 acres of forest in several villages of Sulaimani province. Authorities said the blaze has been brought under control with the help of firefighters and residents.
The Iraqi Interior Ministry denied reports of an explosion near Baghdad International Airport, confirming no such incident occurred. It said the security situation is stable and urged citizens to rely only on official statements.
The Iraqi Ministry of Commerce announced it will send all financial entitlements of farmers in the Kurdistan Region, starting with those who delivered less than 50 tons of wheat. Payments to larger suppliers will follow after the first phase.
Srwa Abdulwahid, head of the New Generation Movement in the Iraqi Parliament, criticized Pavel Talabani’s remarks on democracy in Sulaymaniyah. She said his statements ignore the arrest of the region’s largest opposition leader and reflect interference in the judiciary to silence rivals.
The Ukrainian Embassy in Iraq rejected claims that Ukraine trained individuals or provided drones linked to the Lalazar incident, calling the reports baseless and defamatory.
The Kurdistan Regional Government announced a new dengue fever case in Simel, Duhok province. The patient, a 43-year-old butcher, is in stable condition under medical supervision.
A grandfather from Kirkuk drowned while saving his two grandchildren who fell into the Zey Bachuk river in Dubz. His body was recovered after a long search.
A wildfire in Penjwen has spread to nearby villages, with residents saying forest police have not intervened. Two volunteers sustained serious burns while trying to contain the flames.
The Pentagon confirmed that US operations against ISIS in Iraq will continue until September 2026, dismissing reports of an immediate troop withdrawal.
Security forces clashed with citizens at the Sulaimani court during the postponed trial of Shaswar Abdulwahid Qadir, injuring several MPs from the New Generation Movement. Two MPs were reported to be in serious condition.
The Sulaimani court has postponed the trial of New Generation Movement leader Shaswar Abdulwahid Qadir for the second time, rescheduling it to September 2. Security forces barred citizens and MPs from attending, heightening tensions around the case.
The New Generation Movement thanked citizens of the Kurdistan Region for attending today’s court hearing of its leader, Shaswar Abdulwahid Qadir, despite heavy security measures. The movement vowed to continue its path of justice amid what it described as the militarization of the court and attacks on its parliamentarians.
The New Generation Movement says it will continue to follow the guidance of its leader, Shaswar Abdulwahid Qadir, despite his imprisonment. Supporters are preparing to attend his trial in Sulaimani on Thursday.
Shaswar Abdulwahid Qadir’s trial will continue tomorrow in Sulaimani. Supporters and politicians plan to gather at the court in solidarity.
A truck collision in Garmian province left one driver dead and another seriously injured. Authorities have launched an investigation into the cause of the accident.
Kurdish farmers in Khurmatu staged rallies on August 27, 2025, to stop the occupation of their lands. The long-running dispute, dating back to 2017, remains unresolved amid ongoing clashes and claims by Arab farmers.
Srwa Abdulwahid, leader of the New Generation Movement faction in the Iraqi parliament, criticized Arab socialist parties meeting in Sulaymaniyah. She said if they follow PUK-style exclusion of opponents, it would mean “goodbye to democracy.”
The KRG Corruption Commission says new cases are being reported every week, with no decline compared to last year. The Prosecutor’s Office warns that weak enforcement of the law is fueling corruption in the region.
Four new cancer drug factories are under construction in the Kurdistan Region, including one in Sulaimanyah province, aiming to increase local pharmaceutical production to meet growing demand.
Iraqi Prime Minister Mohammed Shia Sudani announced that Iraq’s imports have surpassed $70 billion, and the government aims to increase non-oil revenues to 20 percent to support key sectors.
The Iraqi High Election Commission (IHEC) has given political parties and coalitions until September 4, 2025, to nominate new candidates to replace those expelled. So far, 627 candidates have been removed for various violations.
The Kurdistan Regional Meteorological Agency (KRG) warns of dust covering southern areas, with temperatures remaining high. Wind gusts of up to 25 km/h may briefly affect visibility.
Oil smuggling continues at the Kurdistan Regional Government (KRG) border crossings, with hundreds of tankers transporting crude daily. Exports have reportedly increased to 250,000 barrels per day, raising concerns over non-compliance with Baghdad agreements.
Iran will hold talks with Britain and two European powers in Geneva amid threats of renewed sanctions if it fails to comply with commitments. Tehran insists past agreements cannot be extended, while Europe frames the meeting as a final chance for dialogue.
The Iraqi government declared Thursday, September 4, 2025, an official holiday on the occasion of the Prophet Muhammad’s (PBUH) birthday. However, in the Kurdistan Region, the holiday will not be observed as the date falls on Friday, September 5, 2025, according to the official KRG calendar.