Electricity Bills Expected to Surge in Summer Months
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.
Iraq’s Finance Ministry has contracted global firms, including Ernst & Young, to evaluate public insurance companies. The aim is to provide recommendations for restructuring and performance enhancement based on international standards.
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.
In a new message, imprisoned PKK leader Abdullah Ocalan says efforts are underway to rebuild trust and remove barriers between Kurds and Turks.
IHEC announces Nineveh, Baghdad, and Erbil among top provinces for biometric card renewal as Iraq prepares for upcoming elections.
Iraq has collected 1.5 million tons of wheat from the south, with production expected to rise in other regions. The Ministry of Commerce aims for six million tons to reach self-sufficiency.
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.
A DMP delegation, including MP Pervin Buldan and lawyer Fayiq Özgür Erol, visited Ocalan in Imrali to discuss peace efforts and the PKK’s recent decision to dissolve. It is their fifth visit since April.
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.
A fire erupted at Iraq’s largest oil refinery in Beji after an explosion in one of its units. Firefighters contained the blaze, and investigations into the cause are ongoing.
Deputy FM Hisham Alawi said Iraq’s stable political climate can foster job creation and regional cooperation. Iraq also proposed a major fund to support Palestine and aid Arab countries in crisis.
President Sisi urged Trump to help mediate a Gaza ceasefire, stressing Arab unity at the Baghdad summit. He called the Palestinian crisis dire and emphasized Egypt's role in peace efforts.
PM advisor Aeed Hilali said Iraq’s upcoming elections could bring change, with financial and political problems expected to be resolved. He emphasized efforts to settle Baghdad-Erbil issues and resume oil exports swiftly.
At the Arab Summit in Baghdad, Iraq reiterated its support for regional security and the rights of the Palestinian people. Leaders gathered to discuss urgent challenges and strategic priorities for the Arab world.
Prime Minister Sudani reaffirmed that Iraq prioritizes the interests of its people and supports Arab unity on key regional issues. The Arab Summit continues in Baghdad amid high-level discussions on Palestine, Syria, and development.
The 34th Arab Summit began in Baghdad with leaders from 22 Arab countries and other delegations. The summit will focus on regional crises, including Gaza and Syria, and aims to shape a new strategic vision.
Prime Minister Sudani stated that the Arab summit in Baghdad aims to unify Arab nations and shape a strategic vision for regional stability. He confirmed the Palestinian issue will be a top priority at the summit.
Baghdad will host the 34th Arab Summit on November 17, with full security and logistical preparations in place. Iraqi Prime Minister Sudani hinted the final statement may include unexpected developments.
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.
The Iraqi government has formed a committee to implement the law canceling Revolutionary Command Council decisions. The move aims to return over 300,000 acres of land to Kurdish and Turkmen farmers.
The Iraqi Election Commission has set May 25, 2025, as the final deadline for candidate registration. So far, 106 parties, 10 individual lists, and seven coalitions have expressed interest in participating.
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.
President Trump announced Qatar’s $10 billion investment in U.S. military infrastructure, including the Al Udeid Air Base. He also revealed plans for a new American missile defense system modeled after Israel’s Iron Dome.
Prime Minister Sudani said President Trump’s visits to Saudi Arabia and Qatar will directly influence the Arab summit in Baghdad. He expressed hope that the meetings will help restore stability in key regional conflict areas.
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