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Kurdish National Congress Pushes for UN Representation at Brussels Conference
The Brussels meeting focused on observer status and a common diplomatic position for Kurdish actors across Türkiye, Iraq, Iran and Syria

Iraq, Türkiye Open Talks on Broad Energy Pact as Ankara Pushes Basra-Ceyhan Expansion
Both sides confirm framework talks on oil, gas and infrastructure, while Ankara proposes extending Kirkuk-Ceyhan to Basra as a Hormuz alternative

Türkiye, Iraq Tie Bashiqa Handover to Sinjar Security Progress
The New York agreement links the base transfer to Iraqi steps to restore state authority and remove foreign armed elements from Sinjar

KRG Says Peshmerga Unified as Baghdad Opens Sinjar Arms Track
The US-backed reform framework expires at September’s end, leaving staffing and party control as the main tests for the new command structure

Iraq Says Development Road Draft Complete After Four-Day Talks
Oil-backed financing, rail interoperability and the Ovaköy-Fishkhabur link are now part of the implementation process

Eastern Mediterranean Strategic Brief | September 10, 2026: Cyprus, Türkiye-Iraq, Hormuz, Mecca Pact
Key military, maritime and diplomatic developments across the Eastern Mediterranean

Eastern Mediterranean Strategic Brief | September 6, 2026: Filo Jet Searches, SAFE and Hormuz
Key military, maritime and diplomatic developments across the Eastern Mediterranean

Iraq Turns to Ceyhan as Hormuz Risks Expose Gulf Export Dependence
Iraq’s northern oil export route through Ceyhan is gaining renewed attention as Baghdad seeks to reduce exposure to Gulf shipping risks

Türkiye’s PKK Disarmament Law Takes Effect as Verification Mechanism Begins
Cevdet Yılmaz-led board starts implementation work as legal provisions await security confirmation and National Security Council approval

Türkiye’s National Security Council Places PKK Process in Regional Security Agenda
The August 6 statement addresses the “Terror-Free Türkiye” process along Syria-Iraq cooperation, Iran-US tensions, Black Sea and Caspian security, and Gaza

TPAO Takes 15% Stake in BP's Kirkuk Project as Türkiye, Iraq Reset Energy Ties
The two countries are seeking a new pipeline framework while linking oil cooperation to the Development Road and northern export infrastructure

Ankara and Baghdad Reach Understanding on Repatriation of Turkish ISIS Detainees
The move follows Iraq’s renewed call for countries to assume responsibility for foreign ISIS detainees held in its prisons

Iraq Environment Ministry Renews Water Complaint as Türkiye Points to Cooperation Framework
Baghdad flags reduced river inflows, while Ankara refers to joint mechanisms and ongoing technical talks

Iraq’s Oil Exports via Ceyhan Set to Rise Sharply in February
The pipeline restart is delivering higher volumes and a renewed role for Ceyhan

Iran’s Missiles Are Not Aimed at Türkiye. They Still Matter
A regional capability that alters behavior more than battle plans

Baghdad and Erbil Renew Oil Export Understanding via Türkiye’s Ceyhan Terminal
The renewed arrangement keeps northern Iraqi oil flowing via Türkiye despite unresolved Baghdad–Erbil disputes.

Iraq and Kurdistan Renew Oil Export Deal as Energy Coordination with Türkiye Remains Central
Baghdad and Erbil extend a temporary oil export arrangement, underscoring the strategic role of regional energy cooperation and transit routes.

Desecration of Cemetery in Iraqi Kurdistan Highlights Pattern of Attacks on Minority Heritage Sites
The latest incident adds to growing concern over repeated attacks on minority heritage sites in the Kurdistan Region of Iraq.
Peter Arnett, Gulf War Icon Cherished in Türkiye, Passes at 90
From Baghdad's bombs to Turkish playgrounds, a reporter's legacy lives on.

KDP and PUK Resume High‑Level Talks to Break Political Deadlock in Kurdistan Region
Erbil hosts high-level talks to end months-long deadlock.

Regional Dialogue Advances with KRG, Iran, and Iraqi Officials
High-level talks in Erbil focus on regional security and cooperation despite differences, as Türkiye watches closely.

Crisis Group: Why Iraq–Türkiye Ties Are Critical
Crisis Group Highlights Strategic Importance of Iraq–Türkiye Ties

UNDP Report Highlights Grand Corruption Trends in Iraq’s Kurdistan Region — Justice System Faces Persistent Challenges
A new UNDP report reveals rising high-value corruption cases in Iraq’s Kurdistan Region and points to judicial reforms as key to restoring public trust and accountability.
