households currently benefit from a 50% electricity bill discount, paying 25,000–50,000 dinars monthly in spring. In summer, without the discount, monthly bills are expected to rise to 150,000–200,000 dinars due to higher usage.
Today marks the 33rd anniversary of the first Kurdistan parliamentary elections, a milestone in the region’s democratic journey. As Iraq prepares for upcoming elections, citizens are urged to renew their biometric cards to ensure their participation.
The Kurdistan Region’s Health Ministry has confirmed a dengue fever case in Erbil involving a Mosul resident now in intensive care. Out of two confirmed cases in recent weeks, one patient has died and the other recovered.
PUK Deputy leader Rafat Abdullah called for the swift formation of a new KRG cabinet. He stressed inclusive governance and reaffirmed the PUK's role in maintaining regional stability.
A Zakho woman died after 17 days in a coma caused by an accidental blood transfusion. The 38-year-old mother of six had been under intensive care until her condition worsened.
The first group of KRG pilgrims left Sulaimani for Mecca, with 200 traveling by land and 320 by air. A total of 5,136 pilgrims are expected to perform Hajj from the Kurdistan Region.
Three people, including two civil defense workers, died after falling into an oil and gasoline storage warehouse in Erbil’s Shamak district. The incident occurred during a rescue attempt at the Kochar refinery.
15,000 citizens born in 2007 have received their biometric voter cards in Erbil, while 27,000 fingerprint issues have been resolved. The Commission urges citizens to register before the deadline, with centers open daily, including holidays.
Iraq will receive 400,000 tons of wheat from Kurdistan Region farmers, with set prices based on cultivation type. Officials say current wheat reserves are sufficient to prevent any supply issues.
The New Generation Movement faction in the Kurdistan Parliament has rejected the sharp increase in electricity prices, calling it an exploitation of citizens. They vowed to take all legal measures and apply pressure both in parliament and on the streets to stop the decision.
The Kurdistan Regional Government has approved a new five-tier electricity pricing system, raising rates from 72 to 350 dinars per kilowatt. The decision aims to regulate energy consumption and address rising electricity costs across the region.
Farmers in Duzkhurmatu protested the arrival of imported Arabs, accusing them of seizing large areas of agricultural land. They said no authorities have responded to their demands and vowed not to give up their land
The Kurdistan Regional Government is scheduled to meet today to decide on the pricing of expensive electricity. A government source indicated that the minimum price per kilowatt may be set at 100 dinars, amid public debate and high cost concerns.
Komal, Yekgirtu, KDP, PUK, and other parties are meeting to form a coalition in the disputed 140 Areas ahead of the Iraqi elections. This comes after opposition efforts collapsed, with some parties withdrawing from the unified front.
Dana Gas reported strong oil and gas production in the Kurdistan Region in Q1 2025, with daily gas output from Khor Mor reaching 525 million cubic feet. The company continues construction on the KM250 project, expected to boost capacity by 50% in 2026.
KRG Health Minister says cancer rates in the Kurdistan Region are lower than in the rest of Iraq. He noted the existence of a legal fund for early detection and treatment support.
Five people were killed in separate incidents across the Kurdistan Region in just 48 hours, including shootings and a child-related gun accident. The government has not yet responded to the rising violence
PUK spokesman Saadi Pira welcomed the PKK’s disarmament, calling it a historic step for Kurdish-Turkish relations. He reaffirmed the PUK’s commitment to peace and regional stability.
KDP leader Massoud Barzani welcomed the positive attitude of parties involved in Turkey’s peace process. He voiced hope that the process would succeed and benefit the entire region.
A 19-year-old worker died after falling from a high-rise building in Duhok on Sunday, May 11, 2025. His body was sent to forensic examination as authorities began investigating the incident.