Iran: U.S. Must Compensate Before Nuclear Negotiations Resume
Iran says the U.S. must compensate for recent damages before any nuclear talks can resume. Tehran also refuses to stop uranium enrichment amid new American sanctions.
Temperatures will remain high today and tomorrow across the Kurdistan Region, reaching 45°C in Garmian and Kirkuk. The sky will be partly cloudy with little change in weather conditions.
A member of the security forces was found dead with nine bullet wounds in Khurmatu. The victim, originally from Baghdad, lived in the area and was between 35 and 40 years old.
Dozens of youths in Kifri protested again over unfulfilled employment promises made in 2023. They say 168 candidates completed procedures but have yet to be hired or receive any government response.
The Iraqi parliament will meet on Saturday to vote on two laws related to political prisoners and energy regulation. It will also read proposed changes to the Civil Defense Law and Environmental Protection Bill.
Iraq’s poverty rate has decreased from 20% to 17.5%, according to the Planning Minister. The UN has praised the government’s efforts to reduce poverty and support citizens.
Qubad Talabani says the KRG and Baghdad have taken important steps toward Iraq’s stability. He warns that repeated drone attacks threaten both regional and national security.
Haider al-Abadi says the agreement between the KRG and Baghdad is temporary and unsustainable. He stresses that ending oil smuggling is the only path to a lasting solution.
IHEC says 70 political parties and coalitions have registered for the upcoming Iraqi elections. The draw to assign numbers will take place on August 9.
A man's body was found in the Sirwan River near Khanaqin after being missing for three days. Authorities suspect foul play and are investigating the incident.
Iraq's poverty rate has dropped to 10.8% due to government initiatives between 2018 and 2024. The Planning Minister confirmed ongoing efforts to improve living conditions and job opportunities.
Iraqi Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani and President Latif Rashid met on Wednesday to discuss Baghdad-Erbil salary disputes and stressed holding elections on time. Both sides emphasized resolving issues within the framework of the constitution and law.
A drone bomb crashed near Dugirdkani village in Makhmur district, Erbil province, without exploding, the KDP anti-terror unit said Wednesday. The incident follows a series of drone attacks on oil fields in the Kurdistan Region.
July 30, 2025, marks 42 years since the Barzan Anfal, during which over 8,000 Barzanis were killed by the Ba’ath regime. The atrocity was part of a wider genocidal campaign that claimed 182,000 Kurdish lives.
New Generation Movement MP Shvan Saeed criticized the six-month extension of journalist Omid Baroshki’s prison sentence, calling it illegal. Baroshki, who was due for release, remains imprisoned and has been on hunger strike for 11 days.
The Iraqi Independent High Election Commission (IHEC) announced that the upcoming parliamentary elections will be monitored using artificial intelligence. A draw for coalitions, parties, and candidates will take place on August 9.
Temperatures in the Kurdistan Region of Iraq are expected to drop by 3–5°C starting Wednesday. However, much of Iraq will continue to experience extreme heat, with several provinces nearing 50°C
Iraqi Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani condemned the recent drone attacks on oil fields in the Kurdistan Region, calling them terrorist acts. He confirmed cooperation with the KRG and coalition forces to identify those responsible.
The Kurdistan Regional Government (KRG) has yet to hand over 120 billion dinars in domestic revenue to Baghdad, despite ongoing preparations for paying sixth-month salaries. Oil exports through SOMO remain suspended as Baghdad awaits further agreements.
A man attacked and injured three of his relatives during a family dispute in Haji Omeran before fleeing the scene. The victims were taken to the local health center for treatment.
Temperatures in parts of Iraq have exceeded 50°C, especially in the southern provinces. The Kurdistan Region will also experience high heat, with Erbil expected to reach 48°C.
The Iraqi Independent High Election Commission (IHEC) will complete the verification of candidates' names within two days. Over 7,900 candidates have applied, with 46 disqualified and changes made to ensure gender and educational balance.
An Iraqi government delegation led by National Security Advisor Qassim al-Araaji arrived in Erbil to investigate recent drone attacks on oil fields. The visit follows multiple drone crashes in Erbil and Kirkuk earlier today.
Drone bombs crashed Monday morning in multiple locations, including Hawija in Kirkuk province and areas in Erbil, with no reported casualties. The incidents have heightened regional security concerns.
A drone bomb crashed early Monday in Erbil province's Khabat area, with additional drone incidents reported in nearby villages. No casualties were reported, but the attacks targeted areas near vital oil infrastructure in the Kurdistan Region.
Iran’s Deputy Foreign Minister Majid Takht Ravanchi said upcoming talks with the United States are expected to take place in Istanbul. He affirmed Iran’s continued uranium enrichment as a legitimate right during recent discussions with European signatories of the 2015 nuclear deal.
A Baghdad delegation is visiting remaining oil fields in the Kurdistan Region to finalize a report for the Oil Ministry and push for oil exports via SOMO in August. Meanwhile, KRG will transfer 120 billion dinars in domestic revenue to Baghdad this week to enable payment of June salaries.
Iraqi Prime Minister's Financial Advisor Mazhar Saleh announced that the 2026 budget will prioritize increasing non-oil revenues to enhance liquidity and reduce borrowing. The move aligns with Iraq's five-year plan to diversify the economy and reduce dependence on oil.
The ongoing heat wave in the Kurdistan Region will end today, with temperatures expected to drop slightly and skies turning partly cloudy starting tomorrow. The highest temperatures in cities like Kirkuk and Garmian have reached up to 49°C.
KRG Prime Minister Masrour Barzani criticized Baghdad for using salaries as political leverage and expressed readiness to negotiate a new oil law. He said none of the past five oil agreements between Erbil and Baghdad have been fully implemented.