Shaswar Abdulwahid: Mass uprising against the ballot boxes to take revenge
New Generation Movement leader Shaswar Abdulwahid has called for a “mass uprising against the ballot boxes,” urging citizens to vote as an act of revenge against years of injustice. He warned that boycotting the election only benefits those in power.
Omid Mohammed, leader of the New Generation Movement list in Kirkuk, urged voters to hold to account the forces he says have oppressed Kirkuk and called on citizens to turn out and vote. Sirwa Abdulwahid echoed the call nationwide, describing election day as a chance to respond to long-standing injustices.
New Generation Movement MP Sipan Amedi described election day as a historic moment for the Kurdish people to choose their true representatives and take a stand against years of injustice.
The family of New Generation Movement leader Shaswar Abdulwahid Qadir voted in Sulaimanyah on Tuesday morning, expressing hope for justice and change through the ballot box.
Sirwa Abdulwahid, leader of the New Generation Movement list in Sulaimanyah, called on citizens to use their votes to end 34 years of oppression by the ruling parties. She said election day is a chance for citizens to decide their own future.
Iraqi Prime Minister Mohammed Shia’ al-Sudani said the parliamentary elections are being held in a calm and stable environment, emphasizing the importance of peaceful power transfer.
Kawa Abdulqadir, leader of the New Generation Movement list in Erbil, has called on citizens to seize the opportunity to vote in today’s parliamentary elections, describing it as a decisive day for change.
The Independent High Election Commission (IHEC) has announced that voters must present a valid identity card in addition to their voting card to participate in today’s general elections, which will continue until 6 p.m. across Iraq and the Kurdistan Region.
The Independent High Election Commission (IHEC) has confirmed that the results of the special vote will not be released separately but will be announced together with the general election results after Tuesday’s voting.
Asiacell has earned a place in the Guinness World Records for creating the world’s largest string art, measuring 26.6 square meters. The project, completed in Baghdad, showcases Iraqi creativity and innovation.
IHEC spokesperson Jumana Ghalai confirmed that the special voting process has proceeded smoothly across Iraq and the Kurdistan Region, under the observation of international and local monitors.
The Kurdistan Regional Government (KRG) has announced two days off for employees who will cast their votes in Kurdish areas outside the KRG’s jurisdiction.
The two ruling parties in the Kurdistan Region, the Patriotic Union of Kurdistan (PUK) and the Kurdistan Democratic Party (KDP), appear to have lost support among the security forces, as participation rates suggest a decline in enthusiasm compared to previous elections.
More than 1.3 million members of Iraq’s security forces, accounting for over six percent of eligible voters, will participate in the special voting process on Sunday across Iraq and the Kurdistan Region.
The Independent High Electoral Commission (IHEC) has reassured voters that the election process is fully confidential and secure. The commission said voting machines only count ballots and cannot reveal voter identities.
As Iraq holds the special vote, thousands of military pensioners remain without pay despite government promises to release their overdue salaries.
The Independent High Election Commission (IHEC) announced that it has finalized all preparations for the upcoming elections, with around 22 million eligible voters.
Ceasefire negotiations between Afghanistan and Pakistan have ended without an agreement after three rounds of talks, raising fears of renewed conflict.
The Independent High Election Commission (IHEC) has declared the start of the election silence period, prohibiting all political campaigning ahead of the upcoming parliamentary elections.
Kurdish designer Lara Dzeyi, daughter of artist Homer Dzeyi, has been named one of the most inspiring personalities of the year by Gladys Magazine after showcasing her collection at Milan Fashion Week. Born in Vienna and raised in the U.S., Dzeyi’s work bridges Kurdish identity and global fashion trends.
The New Generation Movement will conclude its election campaign in Sulaimanyah on Friday with a recorded speech from party leader Shaswar Abdulwahid Qadir, who remains in prison. The speech urges citizens to support the movement in the upcoming elections.
Afghanistan and Pakistan will resume peace talks in Turkey today, aiming to prevent renewed border clashes that killed dozens last month. Turkish officials say the meeting will focus on monitoring and enforcing the recent ceasefire agreement.
Iraq’s Oil Ministry says halting imports of gasoline, kerosene, and gas will save the country over $5 billion annually. Officials say domestic refinery capacity has surpassed one million barrels per day, achieving self-sufficiency in fuel production.
The outgoing Kurdistan Regional Government announced it will distribute salaries to Peshmerga pensioners today after nearly a year of non-payment. The decision followed public reports about the delay.
The Iraqi Ministry of Justice announced that over 10,000 prisoners have been released since the implementation of the general amnesty law. Those convicted in the Spiker massacre remain excluded.
A traffic accident between a truck and a private vehicle on the Dukan–Khalkan main road left one person dead this morning. Authorities say wrong overtaking caused the crash.
Democratic candidate Zohran Mamdani has been elected as the first Muslim mayor of New York City, according to preliminary results. His victory marks a historic milestone in U.S. urban politics and diversity in leadership.
The Peshmerga Ministry will distribute coalition aid for October on Thursday. The amount has been reduced to less than 100,000 dinars per member.
A man was killed in a shooting in Duhok’s Masike neighborhood following a social dispute.
A groom in Akre died after a rare neurological disease left him paralyzed during his wedding, he passed away after two months in intensive care.