Kurdistan Region President Nechirvan Barzani welcomed the US decision removing Syria from its terrorism sponsor list, calling it crucial for Syria's stability, international engagement, and regional cooperation opportunities.
Iran's IRGC denies direct talks with the US, calling Trump's claim "delusions".
Trump's administration used Kurdistan's Barzani as a backchannel to contact Iran's IRGC, bypassing official negotiators.
A June US-Iran memorandum expires Monday without extension as negotiations stall, tensions escalate over Strait of Hormuz shipping routes, and Iranian military officials harden their stance while the Trump administration seeks back-channel communications.
President Trump said Monday that U.S. and Iran talks are resuming to end their conflict and reopen the Strait of Hormuz, through which one-fifth of global traded oil and gas passes, though Iran denied directly negotiating with the U.S.
Kurdistan Region President Nechirvan Barzani calls for Sinjar Agreement implementation to restore security and aid displaced Ezidis.
Turkey and Iraq agreed to a one-year temporary arrangement allowing over 200,000 barrels per day of crude oil exports through northern pipelines to Ceyhan, temporarily averting economic disaster after the Strait of Hormuz closure disrupted Iraq's primary export route and threatened permanent damage to oil infrastructure.
Iran and Iraq discuss a security pact between Abbas Araghchi and Nechirvan Barzani in Tehran.
Nechirvan Barzani meets with Iranian officials in Tehran, including Foreign Minister Seyyed Abbas Araghchi.
Kurdistan Region President Nechirvan Barzani met UAE President Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan in Abu Dhabi to discuss bilateral relations and regional stability amid escalating U.S.-Israel-Iran tensions, maritime disruptions, and Iran-backed attacks targeting both territories.
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi heads to Pakistan amid uncertain ceasefire talks with the US.
President Nechirvan Barzani and Erdogan discussed regional stability in a meeting.
Kurdish women face escalating violence and struggle for gender equality amidst war and instability in the Middle East.
Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the State, held a phone call with Nechirvan Barzani, President of the Kurdistan Region of Iraq. The President condemned a terrorist attack targeting Barzani's home.
Regional powers meet in Pakistan to discuss ending Middle East fighting. 2,500 U.S. Marines have arrived in the region. Iranian-backed Houthi rebels are involved in the monthlong war.
Nechirvan Barzani congratulated Ayatollah Seyyed Mojtaba Khamenei on his appointment. Barzani is the head of Iraq's Kurdistan region. The appointment occurred in Iran.
Nechirvan Barzani led a multi-layered diplomacy in the January 2026 crisis, negotiating with France, US, and Turkey
Drones from Iran targeted Kurdish leaders in Iraq after Trump used them as a secret channel to communicate with Iran's IRGC.
Iraqi Kurdistan emerges as a key diplomatic bridge between the US and Iran.
Iran and the US approach August 17 truce deadline with no agreement while tensions escalate over the Strait of Hormuz and Israeli-Hezbollah clashes in Lebanon intensify, killing eleven people.
Syria shifts toward state control over arms, unifying military and security decision-making under state institutions.
China reaffirms support for an independent Palestinian state, commitment remains unwavering amid US-Israel-Iran tensions.
World leaders visit Qatar to pay condolences to late Father Emir Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani.
Iranian Foreign Minister Araghchi met with various foreign delegations, including Hezbollah and Hamas representatives, and foreign ministers from several countries.
Nearly 100 countries sent official delegations and millions of mourners gathered in Tehran for Ayatollah Khamenei's funeral, transforming the national mourning into one of Iran's largest international gatherings in decades with profound diplomatic significance.
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Kurdistan Region President Barzani met UAE President Al Nahyan in Abu Dhabi to discuss strengthening cooperation amid escalating Iran-U.S.-Israel tensions, maritime threats, and regional instability affecting both territories.
KRG foreign relations chief briefs EU on recent attacks in the Kurdistan Region.
Kurdistan Region President Barzani advocates diplomacy over military action to resolve Iran crisis, denies Kurdish military involvement, and urges ceasefire consolidation amid regional escalation.
Russia's Foreign Ministry commented on a drone attack targeting Iraqi Kurdistan President Nechirvan Barzani's residence. The attack was condemned by Russia. A formal statement was issued by Maria Zakharova.
Saudi Arabia condemned attacks on Iraqi Kurdish leaders. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs expressed strong rejection of threats to Iraq's security. Saudi Arabia affirms solidarity with Iraq.
The Middle East war enters its second month. The US aims to achieve its objectives within two weeks.
Kurdistan President Nechirvan Barzani vows not to let the region threaten Iran or neighbors.
Iran denies rumors of secret peace talks with the US as a 60-day ceasefire period ends.
Iraqi Kurdistan's president condemns Iranian strikes on the prime minister's office as unacceptable.
Trump pressured Iran with a "last chance" ultimatum for nuclear negotiations and Strait of Hormuz reopening, while Iran denied talks and warned against naval blockades, as regional tensions elevated oil prices to eighty-four dollars per barrel.
Iraqi Kurdish leader Nechirvan Barzani meets Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa to advance integration deal.
Qatar's emir receives condolences from world leaders on the death of the Father Emir.
Iranian President Pezeshkian met with Iraqi Kurdistan's leader Barzani in Tehran, pledging expanded cooperation in education, trade, and economic development while thanking the region for preventing hostile activities against Iran.
A delegation paid respects to the late Leader of the Islamic Revolution in Tehran on Friday.
World leaders condemn Iran's strikes on the UAE, warning of escalation risks and backing the UAE's security measures.
UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed meets Kurdistan Region President Nechirvan Barzani to discuss ties and regional stability.
KRG foreign relations chief briefs EU on recent attacks, emphasizing Erbil's neutrality.
Kurdish leader Barzani advocates diplomacy over military force in Iran crisis, denies Kurdish involvement, and urges ceasefire consolidation amid regional escalation.
The UN condemned an attack on the residence of the Iraqi Kurdistan Region President. The attack was denounced by the international community.
Iran destroyed a Kiev-linked anti-drone system storage in Dubai. The move responds to recent defense agreements between Kiev and Gulf countries. Iran targets Ukrainian drone defense supplies.
Air strikes in Iraq killed three PMF fighters and two police. The incident is part of a larger conflict. A US-Israeli strike on Iran occurred on February 28.
Hosseini says a ground operation into Iran is highly likely, citing a strong probability of action amid IRGC strikes on rebel targets.