Iraqi Security forces engaged in heavy fighting with Kurdish rebels in the disputed region of Kirkuk, resulting in multiple casualties claimed by both sides. The clashes between the government forces and the Kurdish rebels escalated tensions in the area, which has long been a point of contention between the Iraqi central government and Kurdish authorities. … Read more
SULAIMANIYAH, IRAQ – A press freedom watchdog has strongly denounced a violent attack on a Kurdish journalist known for his coverage of corruption issues. The journalist, who remains unnamed for security reasons, was reportedly brutally assaulted, leading to widespread condemnation from media advocacy groups. The Committee to Protect Journalists (CPJ) issued a statement expressing deep … Read more
Saqqez, Kurdistan Province, Iran: A tragic incident recently occurred in the village of Hermidol when Keyvan Hermidoli, a Kurdish man, fell victim to a landmine explosion. Hermidoli, aged 31, was injured while collecting wild herbs in the area and had to be rushed to local medical facilities for treatment. Reports from the Hengaw Organization for … Read more
Sanandaj, Kurdish Province, Iran – Hamdi Mahbuobian, a 48-year-old Kurdish resident of Kamyaran, faced a tragic incident resulting in severe injuries and a leg amputation following a mine explosion while on duty at the Kamyaran Telecommunications Office. This event contributes to a series of mine-related accidents affecting at least four individuals, with one fatality, within … Read more
TEHRAN, Iran – Four Kurdish political prisoners in Iran have been sentenced to death by a Tehran court on charges of collaboration with Israel. The Norwegian-based human rights group Hengaw has expressed concern for the lives of the prisoners, citing imminent danger due to political decisions made by the government. The organization reported that the … Read more
ISTANBUL, TURKEY – Tens of thousands of Turkish citizens gathered in Istanbul on Monday to protest against Israel’s actions in Gaza and the killing of Turkish soldiers by Kurdish militants in Iraq. The rally was organized by a foundation with ties to Bilal Erdogan, the son of President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, and began after morning … Read more