Muqtada al-Sadr's message to Qaani regarding the Iranian bombing of Iraqi lands

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Commenting on the Erbil attacks

Sullivan: Washington will continue sanctions to disrupt Iran's destabilizing activities in the Middle East

2022.09.28 - 22:17

 

Baghdad - people  

Today, Wednesday, the US National Security Adviser issued a comment on the Iranian missile attacks on the Kurdistan region.  

  

  

  

  

The chancellery stated, in a statement by Jake Sullivan, received by "NAS" (September 28, 2022), "The United States strongly condemns the drone and missile attack on the Kurdistan region earlier today."  

  

"We stand with Iraq's leaders in Kurdistan and Baghdad in condemning these attacks as an assault on the sovereignty and people of Iraq," she added.  

  

"Iranian leaders continue to show blatant disregard not only for the lives of their own people, but also for their neighbors and the fundamental principles of sovereignty and territorial integrity enshrined in the UN Charter. Iran cannot deflect blame for its internal problems and the legitimate grievances of its people through attacks across its borders."  

  

"Its blatant use of missiles and drones against its neighbors, as well as its supply of drones to Russia for its aggressive war in Ukraine and its proxies throughout the Middle East region, must be condemned," the statement noted.  

  

He stressed that "the United States will continue to pursue sanctions and other means to disrupt Iran's destabilizing activities in the Middle East region."  

  

On Wednesday, the US Central Command condemned the Iranian attack on Erbil province, while pointing to the downing of an Iranian plane that was heading towards Erbil that threatened its forces.  

  

And the command added in a statement, a copy of which was received by Nass, (September 28, 2022), that "at approximately 2:10 pm local time, the US forces shot down an Iranian unmanned aerial vehicle (Muhajir-6) that was heading in the direction of Erbil, It seemed to pose a threat to the US Central Command's forces in the region."    

  

  

  

  

  

And Foreign Minister Fouad Hussein announced, earlier, the ministry's intention to summon the Iranian ambassador and hand him a note of protest against the background of the attack that targeted Erbil Governorate.  

  

Hussein said in statements made during one of the Rafidain Forum sessions, (September 28, 2022), that "we have a problem with armed organizations and parties such as the Kurdistan Workers' Party, and they are an armed Turkish party, and when it moved to Iraq, it created a problem for the Iraqi government and the Kurdistan government."      

  

He added: "We went to the Security Council and filed a complaint regarding the Turkish bombing of Zakho, and the investigations in the Security Council are continuing."      

  

He continued, "The Iranian ambassador will be summoned tomorrow and a protest note will be submitted to him."      

  

He stressed that "our duty is to defend Iraqi sovereignty, the Iraqi citizen, and the Iraqi land by all means, except for violence."      

  

The minister pointed out that "foreign policy expresses domestic policies at a high rate, and domestic problems weaken our foreign positions."      

  

He indicated: "When I went to the Security Council and we discussed the Turkish bombing of Zakho, and everyone agreed to support the Iraqi position, but we need an internal force to translate this external support for us."      

  

And he added: "We need the elements of internal power to take the rights of the families affected by the Turkish and Iranian bombing," noting that "the relations between the Gulf states and Iran have moved from a state of tension to a state of dialogue."      

  

He explained that "our efforts to bring Saudi Arabia and Iran closer are not mediation, but rather dialogues and discussions, and we are not couriers."      

  

He stressed that "Iraq cannot be neglected because it is a pivotal and important country in the region, and we have seen international support for Iraq to maintain its role in the region."      

  

The US State Department condemned, earlier, the Iranian attacks that targeted Erbil province this morning.   

  

Ministry spokesman Ned Price said in a statement, a copy of which was received by Nass, (September 28, 2022), "We strongly condemn Iran's use of ballistic missiles and drone attacks against the Kurdistan region of Iraq, which is an unjustified violation of Iraq's sovereignty and territorial integrity."      

  

"We are also aware of reports of civilian casualties, and we deeply regret any loss of life that resulted from today's attack," he added.      

  

He also stressed, "We also condemn the comments issued by the Iranian government threatening to launch additional attacks against Iraq. We stand with the people and government of Iraq in the face of these blatant attacks on its sovereignty."       

  

Barzani's headquarters condemned, on Wednesday, the attacks that targeted Erbil, noting that they "killed and wounded innocent civilians, women and children."  

  

Barzani's headquarters said in a statement, a copy of which was received by "Nass", (September 28, 2022), that "the Kurdistan region was subjected to a missile attack by Iranian forces once again. We condemn the attacks and bombing because they killed and wounded innocent civilians, women and children, and this is a crime in fact. At the time. At the same time, the attacks violate the principles of neighbourhood, friendship and sovereignty, are unjustified and contradict the interests and stability of the Kurdistan Region.        

  

He added, "We declare that missile attacks will not solve problems and should not be resorted to anymore, and they are actions that only produce crime and instability. We demand an immediate halt to the attacks, and not to turn the Kurdistan region into an arena for the conflicts of neighboring countries."        

  

Earlier, the opposition Kurdistan Democratic Party of Iran announced that the number of victims had risen as a result of today's attacks in Erbil province.  

  

The party said in a statement that Nass received a copy of it (September 28, 2022), that "the number of its victims has risen to four fighters as a result of today's attacks with missiles and marches on its headquarters in Koya."          

  

A third statement by the party after the bombing added, "The attack that targeted the refugee complex has caused dozens of casualties so far."          

  

Earlier, the Iranian Revolutionary Guard issued a statement regarding the bombing of a number of areas in the Kurdistan region, which caused dozens of casualties, either dead or wounded.   

  

The Revolutionary Guards said in a statement, of which “Nass” received a copy, (September 28, 2022), that “as it was announced in a statement on Saturday (on 7/2/1401 AH), and after the necessary warnings to the authorities of the northern region of Iraq through relevant sources. Relevant to dismantling the activities of anti-Iranian terrorist groups affiliated with global arrogance in the region, and ignoring this legitimate and legal demand associated with the continued presence of terrorist groups and attacks on the border areas of the Islamic Republic of Iran, attacking some bases and border checkpoints of our country and supporting the recent riots, the ground forces of the headquarters of Sayyid al-Shuhada began ( P) of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps launched artillery attacks on its headquarters and deployment centers in parts of the region.            

  

The statement added, "Since during this period the remnants of the counter-revolutionary terrorist groups are still present in the region despite bearing losses and posing a threat to the security and peace of our dear countrymen, starting this morning (Wednesday 7/6/1401 A.H.) the new phase of the forces' operation began. The Islamic State attacked the sites, headquarters and barracks of the aforementioned groups in the depths of the northern region of Iraq, using missiles and drones of the ground forces of the Revolutionary Guards and intense and joint fire of point missiles and offensive and destructive drones, and fatal strikes were directed at them, which details of the operation, losses and damages will be reported to the people Iran later.            

  

"We affirm once again that this process will continue with determination until the threat is effectively removed, the headquarters of terrorist groups are dismantled, and the region's authorities fulfill their obligations and responsibilities," he added.            

  

And the Ministry of Health of the Kurdistan Regional Government announced, earlier, the death and injury of 30 people as a result of the Iranian bombing.   

  

And the ministry stated in a brief statement that "Nass" received a copy of it (September 28, 2022), that "9 people died and 24 were injured as a result of the Iranian bombing."               

  

The deputy commander of the operations of the Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps, Abbas Nilfroshan, commented earlier on the attack of the booby-trapped marches in the Kurdistan region, against the opposition parties.   

  

"The bases that were targeted in the region played a role in the chaos of the past few days in Iran," Nilfroshan said in a statement, followed by "Nass" (September 28, 2022).              

  

The Kurdistan Regional Government condemned, earlier, the attack of Iranian rallies on the opposition parties in the Kurdistan region.   

  

The government stated in a statement received by "Nass", a copy of it, (September 28, 2022), "We strongly condemn the repeated violations and violations of the sovereignty of the Kurdistan region."                

  

She added that "the bombing carried out by the Islamic Republic of Iran on opposition headquarters, under any pretext, is an incorrect position, a distortion of the course of events, and aroused our astonishment."                 

  

And she stressed, that the regional government "condemns these forms of continuous attacks on our lands, which have resulted in civilian casualties, so these attacks must be stopped."             

  

And the Iraqi Foreign Ministry announced, earlier, that it was in the process of summoning the Iranian ambassador in Baghdad because of the Turkish bombing that affected the opposition parties in the Kurdistan region.   

  

"The Iranian ambassador in Baghdad will be summoned urgently to hand him a strongly worded protest note due to the ongoing bombing operations," the ministry's spokesman, Ahmed Al-Sahaf, said in a statement to the official agency, followed by "Nass" (September 28, 2022).           

  

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs condemned, earlier, the attack of Iranian rallies on the opposition parties in the Kurdistan region.  

  

The ministry said in a statement received by "Nass", a copy of it, (September 28, 2022), "We condemn in the strongest terms the artillery and missile targeting by the Iranian side, coinciding with the use of twenty drones carrying explosive materials, which affected four areas in the Kurdistan region of Iraq, and resulted in casualties Of the dead and wounded, in a dangerous development that threatens the security and sovereignty of Iraq, and multiplies the effects of fear and terror on the safe civilians.             

  

He added, "These unilateral and provocative actions complicate the security scene, cast a shadow over the region, and will only contribute to more tension."             

  

And it indicated that it "closely follows the developments of the successive bombing, and renews the Iraqi government's rejection of any military logic to confront the security challenges.            

  

The United Nations mission condemned, earlier, the attack of Iranian rallies on the opposition parties in the Kurdistan region.  

  

And the mission stated in a statement received by Nass, a copy of it, (September 28, 2022), “Iraq, including the Kurdistan region, rejects the idea that it can be treated as a (backyard) region where its sovereignty routinely and with impunity violates its neighborhood. Missiles are a reckless act with dire consequences."           

  

She stressed that "these attacks must stop immediately."          

  

The United Kingdom condemned, earlier, the attack of Iranian rallies on opposition parties in the Kurdistan region.  

  

And the Kingdom said in a statement followed by "Nass" (September 28, 2022), "The United Kingdom condemns the continued attacks launched by Iran on the Kurdistan region of Iraq, which is an unjustified violation of Iraqi sovereignty."          

  

"We regret the loss of innocent civilian lives, the UK continues to support the sovereignty and security of Iraq, including the Kurdistan Region of Iraq," she added.          

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The Arab Parliament condemns the Iranian bombing of the Kurdistan region

2022.09.29 - 07:40

 

Baghdad - people  

The Arab Parliament strongly condemned the bombing that targeted several areas in the Kurdistan region of Iraq, which resulted in a number of casualties and injuries.  

  

  

  

The Arab Parliament affirmed, in a statement seen by "Nass" (September 29, 2022), "its full solidarity with Iraq to achieve security and stability and preserve the sovereignty of its lands, warning of the danger of these repercussions on regional security and the stability of the entire region."  

  

The Arab Parliament offered its sincere condolences to Iraq for the victims, wishing a speedy recovery for the injured.  

 

 

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The Washington Consulate in Erbil issues a 'security alert' in conjunction with Iran's attacks on Kurdistan

2022.09.29 - 10:14

 

Baghdad - people   

On Thursday, the US Consulate in Erbil issued a "security alert" to coincide with Iran's attacks on the Kurdistan region.  

  

 

  

The consulate said in a statement, a copy of which was received by "NAS", (September 29, 2022), "The Consulate General of Erbil continues to receive open source media reports on the continued attacks of drones and missiles by Iranian military forces against anti-Iranian Kurdish entities throughout the Kurdistan Region. The US government can't say with any certainty that these attacks are over."  

  

She added, "The State Department's Travel Advisor for Iraq remains at Level 4: not traveling due to terrorism, kidnapping, armed conflict, and civil unrest, and the Iraq Mission has limited capacity to provide support to US citizens."  

  

She continued, "For more information, please visit the Iraq country information page: https://tinyurl.com/2h3ybmn8 on travel. State. Government. Please also review what the US government can and cannot do to help you in a crisis abroad: https:// tinyurl.com/53pjd2vy".  

  

She stated, "The measures to be taken are:  

  

- Avoid the targeted areas: Bardi (near Kirkuk), Koya (45 km from Erbil), and Zargoiz/Rania (east of Sulaymaniyah).  

  

- Avoid disputed border areas.  

  

Be careful if it is unexpectedly in the vicinity of large gatherings or protests.  

  

- Stay hidden.  

  

Keep cell phones and a list of emergency consular contact information with you at all times.  

  

- Monitor local media for updates.  

  

Help:  

  

US Embassy Baghdad, Iraq: +964-760-030-3000 (outside Iraq), 0760-0 30-3000 (inside Iraq)  

BaghdadACS@state.gov , https://iq.usembassy.gov/  

  

US Consulate General Erbil, Iraq: +964-66-211-4000 (outside Iraq), 066-211-4000 (inside Iraq)  

ErbilACS@state.gov  

  

https://iq.usembassy.gov/embassy-consulates/erbil/citizen-services/  

  

Ministry of Foreign Affairs - Consular Affairs: https://tinyurl.com/2s36bd33 +1-888-407-4747 or +1-202-501-4444  

Iraq country information: https://tinyurl.com/2h3ybmn8  

Register for the Smart Passenger Enrollment Program (STEP): https://step.state.gov/ to receive security updates.  

Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/USEmbassyBaghdad and Twitter: https://twitter.com/USEmbBaghdad.  

  

Earlier, United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres called for a halt to the escalation in the Kurdistan region and respect for Iraq's sovereignty and territorial integrity.  

  

The spokesman for the Secretary-General, Stephane Dujarric, said in a statement followed by "NAS" (September 29, 2022), that "Guterres is following with concern the reported bombing in the Kurdistan region of Iraq, including civilian areas."    

  

Guterres stressed during the statement to "an immediate halt to the escalation, and urged respect for the sovereignty and territorial integrity of Iraq, and the principle of good-neighbourly relations."    

  

The Arab Parliament strongly condemned the bombing that targeted several areas in the Kurdistan region of Iraq, which resulted in a number of casualties and injuries.  

  

The Arab Parliament affirmed, in a statement seen by "Nass" (September 29, 2022), "its full solidarity with Iraq to achieve security and stability and preserve the sovereignty of its lands, warning of the danger of these repercussions on regional security and the stability of the entire region."      

  

The Arab Parliament offered its sincere condolences to Iraq for the victims, wishing a speedy recovery for the injured.     

  

The Kurdistan Counter-Terrorism Service announced earlier that the death toll from the Iranian bombing had risen to 71.  

  

In a statement, received by Nass (September 28, 2022), the apparatus stated that, "according to counter-terrorism information in the Kurdistan region, the Iranian Revolutionary Guard launched at 10:15 a.m. Wednesday a series of attacks in four stages, using ballistic missiles and booby-trapped drones to target The headquarters of the Kurdistan Azadi Party are in Bardi/Altun Kobri, the Kurdistan Democratic Party-Iran is in Koysanjak, the headquarters of the Iranian Kurdistan Toilers Group is in Sulaymaniyah, the Iranian Kurds’ residence camp is in the Zarkweez, Zergwaizla and Bankora area in Sulaymaniyah, and the Azadi, Qalaa, and Amiriya camps are in Koysanjak.      

He added, "The information indicates that more than 70 Fateh ballistic missiles and booby-trapped drones were launched from inside Iranian territory in four stages. The fourth used only ballistic missiles."      

He explained, "The attack was launched from the Selassie Bawajan area in Kermanshah province, adjacent to Halabja, and Sardasht area in West Azerbaijan province, adjacent to the Raparin administration, where public places such as kindergartens, schools, health centers, hospitals, event halls, service cars and civilian homes were targeted." The attack has so far resulted in the death of 13 people, including a pregnant woman, and the injury of 58 others, most of whom are civilians, including children under the age of ten, students, teachers and journalists.      

And he added, "Another Iranian drone was shot down in Koysanjak before it hit its targets."      

  

Earlier, the head of the Sovereignty Alliance, Khamis al-Khanjar, condemned the attack that targeted Erbil Governorate, calling for "a firm official position and a clear move to stop these attacks."  

  

Al-Khanjar said in a tweet followed by "Nass" (September 28, 2022), that "targeting Erbil and its safe people is a condemned act of aggression that requires a firm official position and a clear move to stop these attacks."      

  

He added, "When the Iraqis are united, the world will stand by us and the sovereignty of our country. Mercy to the martyrs and a speedy recovery to the wounded."      

  

And Foreign Minister Fouad Hussein announced, earlier, the ministry's intention to summon the Iranian ambassador and hand him a note of protest against the background of the attack that targeted Erbil Governorate.  

  

Hussein said in statements made during one of the Rafidain Forum sessions, (September 28, 2022), that "we have a problem with armed organizations and parties such as the Kurdistan Workers' Party, and they are an armed Turkish party, and when it moved to Iraq, it created a problem for the Iraqi government and the Kurdistan government."            

  

He added: "We went to the Security Council and filed a complaint regarding the Turkish bombing of Zakho, and the investigations in the Security Council are continuing."            

  

He continued, "The Iranian ambassador will be summoned tomorrow and a protest note will be submitted to him."            

  

He stressed that "our duty is to defend Iraqi sovereignty, the Iraqi citizen, and the Iraqi land by all means, except for violence."            

  

The minister pointed out that "foreign policy expresses domestic policies at a high rate, and domestic problems weaken our foreign positions."            

  

He indicated: "When I went to the Security Council and we discussed the Turkish bombing of Zakho, and everyone agreed to support the Iraqi position, but we need an internal force to translate this external support for us."            

  

And he added: "We need the elements of internal power to take the rights of the families affected by the Turkish and Iranian bombing," noting that "the relations between the Gulf states and Iran have moved from a state of tension to a state of dialogue."            

  

He explained that "our efforts to bring Saudi Arabia and Iran closer are not mediation, but rather dialogues and discussions, and we are not couriers."            

  

He stressed that "Iraq cannot be neglected because it is a pivotal and important country in the region, and we have seen international support for Iraq to maintain its role in the region."            

  

The US State Department condemned, earlier, the Iranian attacks that targeted Erbil province this morning.   

  

Ministry spokesman Ned Price said in a statement, a copy of which was received by Nass, (September 28, 2022), "We strongly condemn Iran's use of ballistic missiles and drone attacks against the Kurdistan region of Iraq, which is an unjustified violation of Iraq's sovereignty and territorial integrity."            

  

"We are also aware of reports of civilian casualties, and we deeply regret any loss of life that resulted from today's attack," he added.            

  

He also stressed, "We also condemn the comments issued by the Iranian government threatening to launch additional attacks against Iraq. We stand with the people and government of Iraq in the face of these blatant attacks on its sovereignty."             

  

Earlier, Barzani's headquarters condemned the attacks that targeted Erbil, noting that they "killed and wounded innocent civilians, women and children."  

  

Barzani's headquarters said in a statement, a copy of which was received by "Nass", (September 28, 2022), that "the Kurdistan region was subjected to a missile attack by Iranian forces once again. We condemn the attacks and bombing because they killed and wounded innocent civilians, women and children, and this is a crime in fact. At the time. At the same time, the attacks violate the principles of neighbourhood, friendship and sovereignty, are unjustified and contradict the interests and stability of the Kurdistan Region.              

  

He added, "We declare that missile attacks will not solve problems and should not be resorted to anymore, and they are actions that only produce crime and instability. We demand an immediate halt to the attacks, and not to turn the Kurdistan region into an arena for the conflicts of neighboring countries."              

  

Earlier, the opposition Kurdistan Democratic Party of Iran announced that the number of victims had risen as a result of today's attacks in Erbil province.  

  

The party said in a statement that Nass received a copy of it (September 28, 2022), that "the number of its victims has risen to four fighters as a result of today's attacks with missiles and marches on its headquarters in Koya."                

  

A third statement by the party after the bombing added, "The attack that targeted the refugee complex has caused dozens of casualties so far."                

  

Earlier, the Iranian Revolutionary Guard issued a statement regarding the bombing of a number of areas in the Kurdistan region, which caused dozens of casualties, either dead or wounded.   

  

The Revolutionary Guards said in a statement, of which “Nass” received a copy, (September 28, 2022), that “as it was announced in a statement on Saturday (on 7/2/1401 AH), and after the necessary warnings to the authorities of the northern region of Iraq through relevant sources. Relevant to dismantling the activities of anti-Iranian terrorist groups affiliated with global arrogance in the region, and ignoring this legitimate and legal demand associated with the continued presence of terrorist groups and attacks on the border areas of the Islamic Republic of Iran, attacking some bases and border checkpoints of our country and supporting the recent riots, the ground forces of the headquarters of Sayyid al-Shuhada began ( P) of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps launched artillery attacks on its headquarters and deployment centers in parts of the region.                  

  

The statement added, "Since during this period the remnants of the counter-revolutionary terrorist groups are still present in the region despite bearing losses and posing a threat to the security and peace of our dear countrymen, starting this morning (Wednesday 7/6/1401 A.H.) the new phase of the forces' operation began. The Islamic State attacked the sites, headquarters and barracks of the aforementioned groups in the depths of the northern region of Iraq, using missiles and drones of the ground forces of the Revolutionary Guards and intense and joint fire of point missiles and offensive and destructive drones, and fatal strikes were directed at them, which details of the operation, losses and damages will be reported to the people Iran later.                  

  

"We affirm once again that this process will continue with determination until the threat is effectively removed, the headquarters of terrorist groups are dismantled, and the region's authorities fulfill their obligations and responsibilities," he added.                  

  

And the Ministry of Health of the Kurdistan Regional Government announced, earlier, the death and injury of 30 people as a result of the Iranian bombing.   

  

And the ministry stated in a brief statement that "Nass" received a copy of it (September 28, 2022), that "9 people died and 24 were injured as a result of the Iranian bombing."                     

  

The deputy commander of the operations of the Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps, Abbas Nilfroshan, commented earlier on the attack of the booby-trapped marches in the Kurdistan region, against the opposition parties.   

  

"The bases that were targeted in the region played a role in the chaos of the past few days in Iran," Nilfroshan said in a statement, followed by "Nass" (September 28, 2022).                    

  

The Kurdistan Regional Government condemned, earlier, the attack of Iranian rallies on the opposition parties in the Kurdistan region.   

  

The government stated in a statement received by "Nass", a copy of it, (September 28, 2022), "We strongly condemn the repeated violations and violations of the sovereignty of the Kurdistan region."                      

  

She added that "the bombing carried out by the Islamic Republic of Iran on opposition headquarters, under any pretext, is an incorrect position, a distortion of the course of events, and aroused our astonishment."                       

  

And she stressed, that the regional government "condemns these forms of continuous attacks on our lands, which have resulted in civilian casualties, so these attacks must be stopped."                   

  

And the Iraqi Foreign Ministry announced, earlier, that it was in the process of summoning the Iranian ambassador in Baghdad because of the Turkish bombing that affected the opposition parties in the Kurdistan region.   

  

"The Iranian ambassador in Baghdad will be summoned urgently to hand him a strongly worded protest note due to the ongoing bombing operations," the ministry's spokesman, Ahmed Al-Sahaf, said in a statement to the official agency, followed by "Nass" (September 28, 2022).                 

  

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs condemned, earlier, the attack of Iranian rallies on the opposition parties in the Kurdistan region.  

  

The ministry said in a statement received by "Nass", a copy of it, (September 28, 2022), "We condemn in the strongest terms the artillery and missile targeting by the Iranian side, coinciding with the use of twenty drones carrying explosive materials, which affected four areas in the Kurdistan region of Iraq, and resulted in casualties Of the dead and wounded, in a dangerous development that threatens the security and sovereignty of Iraq, and multiplies the effects of fear and terror on the safe civilians.                   

  

He added, "These unilateral and provocative actions complicate the security scene, cast a shadow over the region, and will only contribute to more tension."                   

  

And it indicated that it "closely follows the developments of the successive bombing, and renews the Iraqi government's rejection of any military logic to confront the security challenges.                  

  

The United Nations mission condemned, earlier, the attack of Iranian rallies on the opposition parties in the Kurdistan region.  

  

And the mission stated in a statement received by Nass, a copy of it, (September 28, 2022), “Iraq, including the Kurdistan region, rejects the idea that it can be treated as a (backyard) region where its sovereignty routinely and with impunity violates its neighborhood. Missiles are a reckless act with dire consequences."                 

  

She stressed that "these attacks must stop immediately."                

  

The United Kingdom condemned, earlier, the attack of Iranian rallies on opposition parties in the Kurdistan region.  

  

And the Kingdom said in a statement followed by "Nass" (September 28, 2022), "The United Kingdom condemns the continued attacks launched by Iran on the Kurdistan region of Iraq, which is an unjustified violation of Iraqi sovereignty."                

  

"We regret the loss of innocent civilian lives, the UK continues to support the sovereignty and security of Iraq, including the Kurdistan Region of Iraq," she added.      

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UNICEF's position on the Iranian attacks on the Kurdistan region

2022.09.29 - 11:31

 

Baghdad - people  

On Thursday, UNICEF condemned the Iranian attack on a school in a refugee camp in the Kurdistan region.  

  

  

  

"UNICEF condemns the attack on a school in Koya and calls on all parties to respect the Safe Schools Declaration," said UNICEF Representative in Iraq, Shema Sen Gupta, in a statement received by "NAS", a copy of it, (September 29, 2022).  

  

She added, "At least two children were injured and a pregnant woman was killed, according to initial reports. UNICEF extends its deepest condolences to the families and friends of the victims, and wishes a speedy and full recovery to the injured children."  

  

She added, "Attacks on children and their school facilities are totally unacceptable and can constitute a serious violation of children's rights. School facilities must always be a safe place for all children to learn, play and grow to their full potential."  

  

She stressed, "UNICEF reiterates its call to all parties to protect children from all forms of violence at all times and in all circumstances, and to respect the Safe Schools Declaration."  

  

Earlier, the US Consulate in Erbil issued a "security alert" to coincide with Iran's attacks on the Kurdistan region.  

  

The consulate said in a statement, a copy of which was received by "NAS", (September 29, 2022), "The Consulate General of Erbil continues to receive open source media reports on the continued attacks of drones and missiles by Iranian military forces against anti-Iranian Kurdish entities throughout the Kurdistan Region. The US government can't say with any certainty that these attacks are over."      

  

She added, "The State Department's Travel Advisor for Iraq remains at Level 4: not traveling due to terrorism, kidnapping, armed conflict, and civil unrest, and the Iraq Mission has limited capacity to provide support to US citizens."      

  

She continued, "For more information, please visit the Iraq country information page: https://tinyurl.com/2h3ybmn8 on travel. State. Government. Please also review what the US government can and cannot do to help you in a crisis abroad: https:// tinyurl.com/53pjd2vy".      

  

She stated, "The measures to be taken are:      

  

- Avoid the targeted areas: Bardi (near Kirkuk), Koya (45 km from Erbil), and Zargoiz/Rania (east of Sulaymaniyah).      

  

- Avoid disputed border areas.      

  

Be careful if it is unexpectedly in the vicinity of large gatherings or protests.      

  

- Stay hidden.      

  

Keep cell phones and a list of emergency consular contact information with you at all times.      

  

- Monitor local media for updates.      

  

Help:      

  

US Embassy Baghdad, Iraq: +964-760-030-3000 (outside Iraq), 0760-0 30-3000 (inside Iraq)      

BaghdadACS@state.gov , https://iq.usembassy.gov/  

  

US Consulate General Erbil, Iraq: +964-66-211-4000 (outside Iraq), 066-211-4000 (inside Iraq)      

ErbilACS@state.gov  

  

https://iq.usembassy.gov/embassy-consulates/erbil/citizen-services/  

  

Ministry of Foreign Affairs - Consular Affairs: https://tinyurl.com/2s36bd33 +1-888-407-4747 or +1-202-501-4444      

Iraq country information: https://tinyurl.com/2h3ybmn8  

Register for the Smart Passenger Enrollment Program (STEP): https://step.state.gov/ to receive security updates.      

Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/USEmbassyBaghdad and Twitter: https://twitter.com/USEmbBaghdad.  

  

Earlier, United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres called for a halt to the escalation in the Kurdistan region and respect for Iraq's sovereignty and territorial integrity.  

  

The spokesman for the Secretary-General, Stephane Dujarric, said in a statement followed by "NAS" (September 29, 2022), that "Guterres is following with concern the reported bombing in the Kurdistan region of Iraq, including civilian areas."        

  

Guterres stressed during the statement to "an immediate halt to the escalation, and urged respect for the sovereignty and territorial integrity of Iraq, and the principle of good-neighbourly relations."        

  

The Arab Parliament strongly condemned the bombing that targeted several areas in the Kurdistan region of Iraq, which resulted in a number of casualties and injuries.  

  

The Arab Parliament affirmed, in a statement seen by "Nass" (September 29, 2022), "its full solidarity with Iraq to achieve security and stability and preserve the sovereignty of its lands, warning of the danger of these repercussions on regional security and the stability of the entire region."          

  

The Arab Parliament offered its sincere condolences to Iraq for the victims, wishing a speedy recovery for the injured.         

  

The Kurdistan Counter-Terrorism Service announced earlier that the death toll from the Iranian bombing had risen to 71.  

  

In a statement, received by Nass (September 28, 2022), the apparatus stated that, "according to counter-terrorism information in the Kurdistan region, the Iranian Revolutionary Guard launched at 10:15 a.m. Wednesday a series of attacks in four stages, using ballistic missiles and booby-trapped drones to target The headquarters of the Kurdistan Azadi Party are in Bardi/Altun Kobri, the Kurdistan Democratic Party-Iran is in Koysanjak, the headquarters of the Iranian Kurdistan Toilers Group is in Sulaymaniyah, the Iranian Kurds’ residence camp is in the Zarkweez, Zergwaizla and Bankora area in Sulaymaniyah, and the Azadi, Qalaa, and Amiriya camps are in Koysanjak.          

He added, "The information indicates that more than 70 Fateh ballistic missiles and booby-trapped drones were launched from inside Iranian territory in four stages. The fourth used only ballistic missiles."          

He explained, "The attack was launched from the Selassie Bawajan area in Kermanshah province, adjacent to Halabja, and Sardasht area in West Azerbaijan province, adjacent to the Raparin administration, where public places such as kindergartens, schools, health centers, hospitals, event halls, service cars and civilian homes were targeted." The attack has so far resulted in the death of 13 people, including a pregnant woman, and the injury of 58 others, most of whom are civilians, including children under the age of ten, students, teachers and journalists.          

And he added, "Another Iranian drone was shot down in Koysanjak before it hit its targets."          

  

Earlier, the head of the Sovereignty Alliance, Khamis al-Khanjar, condemned the attack that targeted Erbil Governorate, calling for "a firm official position and a clear move to stop these attacks."  

  

Al-Khanjar said in a tweet followed by "Nass" (September 28, 2022), that "targeting Erbil and its safe people is a condemned act of aggression that requires a firm official position and a clear move to stop these attacks."          

  

He added, "When the Iraqis are united, the world will stand by us and the sovereignty of our country. Mercy to the martyrs and a speedy recovery to the wounded."          

  

And Foreign Minister Fouad Hussein announced, earlier, the ministry's intention to summon the Iranian ambassador and hand him a note of protest against the background of the attack that targeted Erbil Governorate.  

  

Hussein said in statements made during one of the Rafidain Forum sessions, (September 28, 2022), that "we have a problem with armed organizations and parties such as the Kurdistan Workers' Party, and they are an armed Turkish party, and when it moved to Iraq, it created a problem for the Iraqi government and the Kurdistan government."                

  

He added: "We went to the Security Council and filed a complaint regarding the Turkish bombing of Zakho, and the investigations in the Security Council are continuing."                

  

He continued, "The Iranian ambassador will be summoned tomorrow and a protest note will be submitted to him."                

  

He stressed that "our duty is to defend Iraqi sovereignty, the Iraqi citizen, and the Iraqi land by all means, except for violence."                

  

The minister pointed out that "foreign policy expresses domestic policies at a high rate, and domestic problems weaken our foreign positions."                

  

He indicated: "When I went to the Security Council and we discussed the Turkish bombing of Zakho, and everyone agreed to support the Iraqi position, but we need an internal force to translate this external support for us."                

  

And he added: "We need the elements of internal power to take the rights of the families affected by the Turkish and Iranian bombing," noting that "the relations between the Gulf states and Iran have moved from a state of tension to a state of dialogue."                

  

He explained that "our efforts to bring Saudi Arabia and Iran closer are not mediation, but rather dialogues and discussions, and we are not couriers."                

  

He stressed that "Iraq cannot be neglected because it is a pivotal and important country in the region, and we have seen international support for Iraq to maintain its role in the region."                

  

The US State Department condemned, earlier, the Iranian attacks that targeted Erbil province this morning.   

  

Ministry spokesman Ned Price said in a statement, a copy of which was received by Nass, (September 28, 2022), "We strongly condemn Iran's use of ballistic missiles and drone attacks against the Kurdistan region of Iraq, which is an unjustified violation of Iraq's sovereignty and territorial integrity."                

  

"We are also aware of reports of civilian casualties, and we deeply regret any loss of life that resulted from today's attack," he added.                

  

He also stressed, "We also condemn the comments issued by the Iranian government threatening to launch additional attacks against Iraq. We stand with the people and government of Iraq in the face of these blatant attacks on its sovereignty."                 

  

Earlier, Barzani's headquarters condemned the attacks that targeted Erbil, noting that they "killed and wounded innocent civilians, women and children."  

  

Barzani's headquarters said in a statement, a copy of which was received by "Nass", (September 28, 2022), that "the Kurdistan region was subjected to a missile attack by Iranian forces once again. We condemn the attacks and bombing because they killed and wounded innocent civilians, women and children, and this is a crime in fact. At the time. At the same time, the attacks violate the principles of neighbourhood, friendship and sovereignty, are unjustified and contradict the interests and stability of the Kurdistan Region.                  

  

He added, "We declare that missile attacks will not solve problems and should not be resorted to anymore, and they are actions that only produce crime and instability. We demand an immediate halt to the attacks, and not to turn the Kurdistan region into an arena for the conflicts of neighboring countries."                  

  

Earlier, the opposition Kurdistan Democratic Party of Iran announced that the number of victims had risen as a result of today's attacks in Erbil province.  

  

The party said in a statement that Nass received a copy of it (September 28, 2022), that "the number of its victims has risen to four fighters as a result of today's attacks with missiles and marches on its headquarters in Koya."                    

  

A third statement by the party after the bombing added, "The attack that targeted the refugee complex has caused dozens of casualties so far."                    

  

Earlier, the Iranian Revolutionary Guard issued a statement regarding the bombing of a number of areas in the Kurdistan region, which caused dozens of casualties, either dead or wounded.   

  

The Revolutionary Guards said in a statement, of which “Nass” received a copy, (September 28, 2022), that “as it was announced in a statement on Saturday (on 7/2/1401 AH), and after the necessary warnings to the authorities of the northern region of Iraq through relevant sources. Relevant to dismantling the activities of anti-Iranian terrorist groups affiliated with global arrogance in the region, and ignoring this legitimate and legal demand associated with the continued presence of terrorist groups and attacks on the border areas of the Islamic Republic of Iran, attacking some bases and border checkpoints of our country and supporting the recent riots, the ground forces of the headquarters of Sayyid al-Shuhada began ( P) of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps launched artillery attacks on its headquarters and deployment centers in parts of the region.                      

  

The statement added, "Since during this period the remnants of the counter-revolutionary terrorist groups are still present in the region despite bearing losses and posing a threat to the security and peace of our dear countrymen, starting this morning (Wednesday 7/6/1401 A.H.) the new phase of the forces' operation began. The Islamic State attacked the sites, headquarters and barracks of the aforementioned groups in the depths of the northern region of Iraq, using missiles and drones of the ground forces of the Revolutionary Guards and intense and joint fire of point missiles and offensive and destructive drones, and fatal strikes were directed at them, which details of the operation, losses and damages will be reported to the people Iran later.                      

  

"We affirm once again that this process will continue with determination until the threat is effectively removed, the headquarters of terrorist groups are dismantled, and the region's authorities fulfill their obligations and responsibilities," he added.                      

  

And the Ministry of Health of the Kurdistan Regional Government announced, earlier, the death and injury of 30 people as a result of the Iranian bombing.   

  

And the ministry stated in a brief statement that "Nass" received a copy of it (September 28, 2022), that "9 people died and 24 were injured as a result of the Iranian bombing."                         

  

The deputy commander of the operations of the Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps, Abbas Nilfroshan, commented earlier on the attack of the booby-trapped marches in the Kurdistan region, against the opposition parties.   

  

"The bases that were targeted in the region played a role in the chaos of the past few days in Iran," Nilfroshan said in a statement, followed by "Nass" (September 28, 2022).                        

  

The Kurdistan Regional Government condemned, earlier, the attack of Iranian rallies on the opposition parties in the Kurdistan region.   

  

The government stated in a statement received by "Nass", a copy of it, (September 28, 2022), "We strongly condemn the repeated violations and violations of the sovereignty of the Kurdistan region."                          

  

She added that "the bombing carried out by the Islamic Republic of Iran on opposition headquarters, under any pretext, is an incorrect position, a distortion of the course of events, and aroused our astonishment."                           

  

And she stressed, that the regional government "condemns these forms of continuous attacks on our lands, which have resulted in civilian casualties, so these attacks must be stopped."                       

  

And the Iraqi Foreign Ministry announced, earlier, that it was in the process of summoning the Iranian ambassador in Baghdad because of the Turkish bombing that affected the opposition parties in the Kurdistan region.   

  

"The Iranian ambassador in Baghdad will be summoned urgently to hand him a strongly worded protest note due to the ongoing bombing operations," the ministry's spokesman, Ahmed Al-Sahaf, said in a statement to the official agency, followed by "Nass" (September 28, 2022).                     

  

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs condemned, earlier, the attack of Iranian rallies on the opposition parties in the Kurdistan region.  

  

The ministry said in a statement received by "Nass", a copy of it, (September 28, 2022), "We condemn in the strongest terms the artillery and missile targeting by the Iranian side, coinciding with the use of twenty drones carrying explosive materials, which affected four areas in the Kurdistan region of Iraq, and resulted in casualties Of the dead and wounded, in a dangerous development that threatens the security and sovereignty of Iraq, and multiplies the effects of fear and terror on the safe civilians.                       

  

He added, "These unilateral and provocative actions complicate the security scene, cast a shadow over the region, and will only contribute to more tension."                       

  

And it indicated that it "closely follows the developments of the successive bombing, and renews the Iraqi government's rejection of any military logic to confront the security challenges.                      

  

The United Nations mission condemned, earlier, the attack of Iranian rallies on the opposition parties in the Kurdistan region.  

  

And the mission stated in a statement received by Nass, a copy of it, (September 28, 2022), “Iraq, including the Kurdistan region, rejects the idea that it can be treated as a (backyard) region where its sovereignty routinely and with impunity violates its neighborhood. Missiles are a reckless act with dire consequences."                     

  

She stressed that "these attacks must stop immediately."                    

  

The United Kingdom condemned, earlier, the attack of Iranian rallies on opposition parties in the Kurdistan region.  

  

And the Kingdom said in a statement followed by "Nass" (September 28, 2022), "The United Kingdom condemns the continued attacks launched by Iran on the Kurdistan region of Iraq, which is an unjustified violation of Iraqi sovereignty."                    

  

"We regret the loss of innocent civilian lives, the UK continues to support the sovereignty and security of Iraq, including the Kurdistan Region of Iraq," she added.    

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Iraq hands Iran a note of protest over recent attacks on Kurdistan

2022.09.29 - 12:17

 

Baghdad - people  

On Thursday, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs announced that it had handed over to the Iranian ambassador in Baghdad a note of protest over the recent attacks on the Kurdistan region.  

  

  

  

The ministry's spokesman, Ahmed Al-Sahaf, said, according to the official agency, followed by "Nass" (September 29, 2022), that "the Iranian ambassador in Baghdad was summoned and handed a strongly worded protest note."  

  

Earlier, UNICEF condemned the Iranian attack on a school in a refugee camp in the Kurdistan region.  

  

"UNICEF condemns the attack on a school in Koya and calls on all parties to respect the Safe Schools Declaration," said UNICEF Representative in Iraq, Shema Sen Gupta, in a statement received by "NAS", a copy of it, (September 29, 2022).    

  

She added, "At least two children were injured and a pregnant woman was killed, according to initial reports. UNICEF extends its deepest condolences to the families and friends of the victims, and wishes a speedy and full recovery to the injured children."    

  

She added, "Attacks on children and their school facilities are totally unacceptable and can constitute a serious violation of children's rights. School facilities must always be a safe place for all children to learn, play and grow to their full potential."    

  

She stressed, "UNICEF reiterates its call to all parties to protect children from all forms of violence at all times and in all circumstances, and to respect the Safe Schools Declaration."    

  

Earlier, the US Consulate in Erbil issued a "security alert" to coincide with Iran's attacks on the Kurdistan region.  

  

The consulate said in a statement, a copy of which was received by "NAS", (September 29, 2022), "The Consulate General of Erbil continues to receive open source media reports on the continued attacks of drones and missiles by Iranian military forces against anti-Iranian Kurdish entities throughout the Kurdistan Region. The US government can't say with any certainty that these attacks are over."        

  

She added, "The State Department's Travel Advisor for Iraq remains at Level 4: not traveling due to terrorism, kidnapping, armed conflict, and civil unrest, and the Iraq Mission has limited capacity to provide support to US citizens."        

  

She continued, "For more information, please visit the Iraq country information page: https://tinyurl.com/2h3ybmn8 on travel. State. Government. Please also review what the US government can and cannot do to help you in a crisis abroad: https:// tinyurl.com/53pjd2vy".        

  

She stated, "The measures to be taken are:        

  

- Avoid the targeted areas: Bardi (near Kirkuk), Koya (45 km from Erbil), and Zargoiz/Rania (east of Sulaymaniyah).        

  

- Avoid disputed border areas.        

  

Be careful if it is unexpectedly in the vicinity of large gatherings or protests.        

  

- Stay hidden.        

  

Keep cell phones and a list of emergency consular contact information with you at all times.        

  

- Monitor local media for updates.        

  

Help:        

  

US Embassy Baghdad, Iraq: +964-760-030-3000 (outside Iraq), 0760-0 30-3000 (inside Iraq)        

BaghdadACS@state.gov , https://iq.usembassy.gov/  

  

US Consulate General Erbil, Iraq: +964-66-211-4000 (outside Iraq), 066-211-4000 (inside Iraq)        

ErbilACS@state.gov  

  

https://iq.usembassy.gov/embassy-consulates/erbil/citizen-services/  

  

Ministry of Foreign Affairs - Consular Affairs: https://tinyurl.com/2s36bd33 +1-888-407-4747 or +1-202-501-4444        

Iraq country information: https://tinyurl.com/2h3ybmn8  

Register for the Smart Passenger Enrollment Program (STEP): https://step.state.gov/ to receive security updates.        

Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/USEmbassyBaghdad and Twitter: https://twitter.com/USEmbBaghdad.  

  

Earlier, United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres called for a halt to the escalation in the Kurdistan region and respect for Iraq's sovereignty and territorial integrity.  

  

The spokesman for the Secretary-General, Stephane Dujarric, said in a statement followed by "NAS" (September 29, 2022), that "Guterres is following with concern the reported bombing in the Kurdistan region of Iraq, including civilian areas."          

  

Guterres stressed during the statement to "an immediate halt to the escalation, and urged respect for the sovereignty and territorial integrity of Iraq, and the principle of good-neighbourly relations."          

  

The Arab Parliament strongly condemned the bombing that targeted several areas in the Kurdistan region of Iraq, which resulted in a number of casualties and injuries.  

  

The Arab Parliament affirmed, in a statement seen by "Nass" (September 29, 2022), "its full solidarity with Iraq to achieve security and stability and preserve the sovereignty of its lands, warning of the danger of these repercussions on regional security and the stability of the entire region."            

  

The Arab Parliament offered its sincere condolences to Iraq for the victims, wishing a speedy recovery for the injured.           

  

The Kurdistan Counter-Terrorism Service announced earlier that the death toll from the Iranian bombing had risen to 71.  

  

In a statement, received by Nass (September 28, 2022), the apparatus stated that, "according to counter-terrorism information in the Kurdistan region, the Iranian Revolutionary Guard launched at 10:15 a.m. Wednesday a series of attacks in four stages, using ballistic missiles and booby-trapped drones to target The headquarters of the Kurdistan Azadi Party are in Bardi/Altun Kobri, the Kurdistan Democratic Party-Iran is in Koysanjak, the headquarters of the Iranian Kurdistan Toilers Group is in Sulaymaniyah, the Iranian Kurds’ residence camp is in the Zarkweez, Zergwaizla and Bankora area in Sulaymaniyah, and the Azadi, Qalaa, and Amiriya camps are in Koysanjak.            

He added, "The information indicates that more than 70 Fateh ballistic missiles and booby-trapped drones were launched from inside Iranian territory in four stages. The fourth used only ballistic missiles."            

He explained, "The attack was launched from the Selassie Bawajan area in Kermanshah province, adjacent to Halabja, and Sardasht area in West Azerbaijan province, adjacent to the Raparin administration, where public places such as kindergartens, schools, health centers, hospitals, event halls, service cars and civilian homes were targeted." The attack has so far resulted in the death of 13 people, including a pregnant woman, and the injury of 58 others, most of whom are civilians, including children under the age of ten, students, teachers and journalists.            

And he added, "Another Iranian drone was shot down in Koysanjak before it hit its targets."            

  

And Foreign Minister Fouad Hussein announced, earlier, the ministry's intention to summon the Iranian ambassador and hand him a note of protest against the background of the attack that targeted Erbil Governorate.  

  

Hussein said in statements made during one of the Rafidain Forum sessions, (September 28, 2022), that "we have a problem with armed organizations and parties such as the Kurdistan Workers' Party, and they are an armed Turkish party, and when it moved to Iraq, it created a problem for the Iraqi government and the Kurdistan government."                  

  

He added: "We went to the Security Council and filed a complaint regarding the Turkish bombing of Zakho, and the investigations in the Security Council are continuing."                  

  

He continued, "The Iranian ambassador will be summoned tomorrow and a protest note will be submitted to him."                  

  

He stressed that "our duty is to defend Iraqi sovereignty, the Iraqi citizen, and the Iraqi land by all means, except for violence."                  

  

The minister pointed out that "foreign policy expresses domestic policies at a high rate, and domestic problems weaken our foreign positions."                  

  

He indicated: "When I went to the Security Council and we discussed the Turkish bombing of Zakho, and everyone agreed to support the Iraqi position, but we need an internal force to translate this external support for us."                  

  

And he added: "We need the elements of internal power to take the rights of the families affected by the Turkish and Iranian bombing," noting that "the relations between the Gulf states and Iran have moved from a state of tension to a state of dialogue."                  

  

He explained that "our efforts to bring Saudi Arabia and Iran closer are not mediation, but rather dialogues and discussions, and we are not couriers."                  

  

He stressed that "Iraq cannot be neglected because it is a pivotal and important country in the region, and we have seen international support for Iraq to maintain its role in the region."                  

  

The US State Department condemned, earlier, the Iranian attacks that targeted Erbil province this morning.   

  

Ministry spokesman Ned Price said in a statement, a copy of which was received by Nass, (September 28, 2022), "We strongly condemn Iran's use of ballistic missiles and drone attacks against the Kurdistan region of Iraq, which is an unjustified violation of Iraq's sovereignty and territorial integrity."                  

  

"We are also aware of reports of civilian casualties, and we deeply regret any loss of life that resulted from today's attack," he added.                  

  

He also stressed, "We also condemn the comments issued by the Iranian government threatening to launch additional attacks against Iraq. We stand with the people and government of Iraq in the face of these blatant attacks on its sovereignty."                   

  

Earlier, Barzani's headquarters condemned the attacks that targeted Erbil, noting that they "killed and wounded innocent civilians, women and children."  

  

Barzani's headquarters said in a statement, a copy of which was received by "Nass", (September 28, 2022), that "the Kurdistan region was subjected to a missile attack by Iranian forces once again. We condemn the attacks and bombing because they killed and wounded innocent civilians, women and children, and this is a crime in fact. At the time. At the same time, the attacks violate the principles of neighbourhood, friendship and sovereignty, are unjustified and contradict the interests and stability of the Kurdistan Region.                    

  

He added, "We declare that missile attacks will not solve problems and should not be resorted to anymore, and they are actions that only produce crime and instability. We demand an immediate halt to the attacks, and not to turn the Kurdistan region into an arena for the conflicts of neighboring countries."                    

  

Earlier, the opposition Kurdistan Democratic Party of Iran announced that the number of victims had risen as a result of today's attacks in Erbil province.  

  

The party said in a statement that Nass received a copy of it (September 28, 2022), that "the number of its victims has risen to four fighters as a result of today's attacks with missiles and marches on its headquarters in Koya."                      

  

A third statement by the party after the bombing added, "The attack that targeted the refugee complex has caused dozens of casualties so far."                      

  

Earlier, the Iranian Revolutionary Guard issued a statement regarding the bombing of a number of areas in the Kurdistan region, which caused dozens of casualties, either dead or wounded.   

  

The Revolutionary Guards said in a statement, of which “Nass” received a copy, (September 28, 2022), that “as it was announced in a statement on Saturday (on 7/2/1401 AH), and after the necessary warnings to the authorities of the northern region of Iraq through relevant sources. Relevant to dismantling the activities of anti-Iranian terrorist groups affiliated with global arrogance in the region, and ignoring this legitimate and legal demand associated with the continued presence of terrorist groups and attacks on the border areas of the Islamic Republic of Iran, attacking some bases and border checkpoints of our country and supporting the recent riots, the ground forces of the headquarters of Sayyid al-Shuhada began ( P) of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps launched artillery attacks on its headquarters and deployment centers in parts of the region.                        

  

The statement added, "Since during this period the remnants of the counter-revolutionary terrorist groups are still present in the region despite bearing losses and posing a threat to the security and peace of our dear countrymen, starting this morning (Wednesday 7/6/1401 A.H.) the new phase of the forces' operation began. The Islamic State attacked the sites, headquarters and barracks of the aforementioned groups in the depths of the northern region of Iraq, using missiles and drones of the ground forces of the Revolutionary Guards and intense and joint fire of point missiles and offensive and destructive drones, and fatal strikes were directed at them, which details of the operation, losses and damages will be reported to the people Iran later.                        

  

"We affirm once again that this process will continue with determination until the threat is effectively removed, the headquarters of terrorist groups are dismantled, and the region's authorities fulfill their obligations and responsibilities," he added.                        

  

And the Iraqi Foreign Ministry announced, earlier, that it was in the process of summoning the Iranian ambassador in Baghdad because of the Turkish bombing that affected the opposition parties in the Kurdistan region.   

  

"The Iranian ambassador in Baghdad will be summoned urgently to hand him a strongly worded protest note due to the ongoing bombing operations," the ministry's spokesman, Ahmed Al-Sahaf, said in a statement to the official agency, followed by "Nass" (September 28, 2022).                       

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The content of the protest note submitted to Iran about its recent attacks on the Kurdistan region

2022.09.29 - 12:56

 

Baghdad - people  

On Thursday, the Iraqi Ministry of Foreign Affairs revealed the content of the protest note delivered to Iran about its recent attacks on the Kurdistan region.  

  

  

  

The ministry said in a statement, of which "Nass" received a copy, (September 29, 2022), that it "summoned today, the Iranian ambassador to Iraq, Muhammad Kazem Al Sadiq, as a result of the artillery and aerial bombardment with missiles and drones on multiple cities and villages in the Kurdistan region of Iraq." Over the past days, especially on Wednesday morning, corresponding to 9/28/2022, which led to the death and injury of a number of safe Iraqi civilians, including women and children, and caused intimidation of the population, spreading panic among them, and destroying infrastructure.”  

  

The statement added, "The head of the Department of Neighboring Countries, Ihsan Al-Awadi, handed the ambassador of the Islamic Republic of Iran to Iraq a strongly worded protest note, which included the Iraqi government's condemnation of this crime, which represented a continuation of the Iranian forces' attacks on Iraq's sovereignty and the sanctity of its lands, and took the citizens' lives away from them. safe people inside the depth of Iraqi cities.  

  

In the memorandum, the ministry stressed, "its rejection of these actions and the resulting intimidation and terrorization of the safe citizens, and demanded the ministry to respect the sovereignty of Iraq and to abide by the commitments of the Islamic Republic of Iran stipulated in international covenants and to stay away from the military logic and the language of weapons in addressing security challenges; and warned of their repercussions on social peace." for both countries, and for regional security and stability."  

  

And the Ministry of Foreign Affairs announced, earlier, the delivery of the Iranian ambassador in Baghdad, a note of protest over the recent attacks on the Kurdistan region.  

  

The ministry's spokesman, Ahmed Al-Sahaf, said, according to the official agency, followed by "Nass" (September 29, 2022), that "the Iranian ambassador in Baghdad was summoned and handed a strongly worded protest note."    

  

Earlier, UNICEF condemned the Iranian attack on a school in a refugee camp in the Kurdistan region.  

  

"UNICEF condemns the attack on a school in Koya and calls on all parties to respect the Safe Schools Declaration," said UNICEF Representative in Iraq, Shema Sen Gupta, in a statement received by "NAS", a copy of it, (September 29, 2022).      

  

She added, "At least two children were injured and a pregnant woman was killed, according to initial reports. UNICEF extends its deepest condolences to the families and friends of the victims, and wishes a speedy and full recovery to the injured children."      

  

She added, "Attacks on children and their school facilities are totally unacceptable and can constitute a serious violation of children's rights. School facilities must always be a safe place for all children to learn, play and grow to their full potential."      

  

She stressed, "UNICEF reiterates its call to all parties to protect children from all forms of violence at all times and in all circumstances, and to respect the Safe Schools Declaration."      

  

Earlier, the US Consulate in Erbil issued a "security alert" to coincide with Iran's attacks on the Kurdistan region.  

  

The consulate said in a statement, a copy of which was received by "NAS", (September 29, 2022), "The Consulate General of Erbil continues to receive open source media reports on the continued attacks of drones and missiles by Iranian military forces against anti-Iranian Kurdish entities throughout the Kurdistan Region. The US government can't say with any certainty that these attacks are over."          

  

She added, "The State Department's Travel Advisor for Iraq remains at Level 4: not traveling due to terrorism, kidnapping, armed conflict, and civil unrest, and the Iraq Mission has limited capacity to provide support to US citizens."          

  

And she continued, "For more information, please visit the Iraq country information page:  

https://tinyurl.com/2h3ybmn8 on travelling. the state. the government. Please also review what the US government can and cannot do to help you in a crisis abroad: https://tinyurl.com/53pjd2vy.  

  

She stated, "The measures to be taken are:          

  

- Avoid the targeted areas: Bardi (near Kirkuk), Koya (45 km from Erbil), and Zargoiz/Rania (east of Sulaymaniyah).          

  

- Avoid disputed border areas.          

  

Be careful if it is unexpectedly in the vicinity of large gatherings or protests.          

  

- Stay hidden.          

  

Keep cell phones and a list of emergency consular contact information with you at all times.          

  

- Monitor local media for updates.          

  

Help:          

  

US Embassy Baghdad, Iraq: +964-760-030-3000 (outside Iraq), 0760-0 30-3000 (inside Iraq)          

BaghdadACS@state.gov , https://iq.usembassy.gov/  

  

US Consulate General Erbil, Iraq: +964-66-211-4000 (outside Iraq), 066-211-4000 (inside Iraq)          

ErbilACS@state.gov  

  

https://iq.usembassy.gov/embassy-consulates/erbil/citizen-services/  

  

Ministry of Foreign Affairs - Consular Affairs: https://tinyurl.com/2s36bd33 +1-888-407-4747 or +1-202-501-4444          

Iraq country information: https://tinyurl.com/2h3ybmn8  

Register for the Smart Passenger Enrollment Program (STEP): https://step.state.gov/ to receive security updates.          

Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/USEmbassyBaghdad and Twitter: https://twitter.com/USEmbBaghdad.  

  

Earlier, United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres called for a halt to the escalation in the Kurdistan region and respect for Iraq's sovereignty and territorial integrity.  

  

The spokesman for the Secretary-General, Stephane Dujarric, said in a statement followed by "NAS" (September 29, 2022), that "Guterres is following with concern the reported bombing in the Kurdistan region of Iraq, including civilian areas."            

  

Guterres stressed during the statement to "an immediate halt to the escalation, and urged respect for the sovereignty and territorial integrity of Iraq, and the principle of good-neighbourly relations."            

  

The Arab Parliament strongly condemned the bombing that targeted several areas in the Kurdistan region of Iraq, which resulted in a number of casualties and injuries.  

  

The Arab Parliament affirmed, in a statement seen by "Nass" (September 29, 2022), "its full solidarity with Iraq to achieve security and stability and preserve the sovereignty of its lands, warning of the danger of these repercussions on regional security and the stability of the entire region."              

  

The Arab Parliament offered its sincere condolences to Iraq for the victims, wishing a speedy recovery for the injured.             

  

The Kurdistan Counter-Terrorism Service announced earlier that the death toll from the Iranian bombing had risen to 71.  

  

In a statement, received by Nass (September 28, 2022), the apparatus stated that, "according to counter-terrorism information in the Kurdistan region, the Iranian Revolutionary Guard launched at 10:15 a.m. Wednesday a series of attacks in four stages, using ballistic missiles and booby-trapped drones to target The headquarters of the Kurdistan Azadi Party are in Bardi/Altun Kobri, the Kurdistan Democratic Party-Iran is in Koysanjak, the headquarters of the Iranian Kurdistan Toilers Group is in Sulaymaniyah, the Iranian Kurds’ residence camp is in the Zarkweez, Zergwaizla and Bankora area in Sulaymaniyah, and the Azadi, Qalaa, and Amiriya camps are in Koysanjak.              

He added, "The information indicates that more than 70 Fateh ballistic missiles and booby-trapped drones were launched from inside Iranian territory in four stages. The fourth used only ballistic missiles."              

He explained, "The attack was launched from the Selassie Bawajan area in Kermanshah province, adjacent to Halabja, and Sardasht area in West Azerbaijan province, adjacent to the Raparin administration, where public places such as kindergartens, schools, health centers, hospitals, event halls, service cars and civilian homes were targeted." The attack has so far resulted in the death of 13 people, including a pregnant woman, and the injury of 58 others, most of whom are civilians, including children under the age of ten, students, teachers and journalists.              

And he added, "Another Iranian drone was shot down in Koysanjak before it hit its targets."              

  

And Foreign Minister Fouad Hussein announced, earlier, the ministry's intention to summon the Iranian ambassador and hand him a note of protest against the background of the attack that targeted Erbil Governorate.  

  

Hussein said in statements made during one of the Rafidain Forum sessions, (September 28, 2022), that "we have a problem with armed organizations and parties such as the Kurdistan Workers' Party, and they are an armed Turkish party, and when it moved to Iraq, it created a problem for the Iraqi government and the Kurdistan government."                    

  

He added: "We went to the Security Council and filed a complaint regarding the Turkish bombing of Zakho, and the investigations in the Security Council are continuing."                    

  

He continued, "The Iranian ambassador will be summoned tomorrow and a protest note will be submitted to him."                    

  

He stressed that "our duty is to defend Iraqi sovereignty, the Iraqi citizen, and the Iraqi land by all means, except for violence."                    

  

The minister pointed out that "foreign policy expresses domestic policies at a high rate, and domestic problems weaken our foreign positions."                    

  

He indicated: "When I went to the Security Council and we discussed the Turkish bombing of Zakho, and everyone agreed to support the Iraqi position, but we need an internal force to translate this external support for us."                    

  

And he added: "We need the elements of internal power to take the rights of the families affected by the Turkish and Iranian bombing," noting that "the relations between the Gulf states and Iran have moved from a state of tension to a state of dialogue."                    

  

He explained that "our efforts to bring Saudi Arabia and Iran closer are not mediation, but rather dialogues and discussions, and we are not couriers."                    

  

He stressed that "Iraq cannot be neglected because it is a pivotal and important country in the region, and we have seen international support for Iraq to maintain its role in the region."                    

  

The US State Department condemned, earlier, the Iranian attacks that targeted Erbil province this morning.   

  

Ministry spokesman Ned Price said in a statement, a copy of which was received by Nass, (September 28, 2022), "We strongly condemn Iran's use of ballistic missiles and drone attacks against the Kurdistan region of Iraq, which is an unjustified violation of Iraq's sovereignty and territorial integrity."                    

  

"We are also aware of reports of civilian casualties, and we deeply regret any loss of life that resulted from today's attack," he added.                    

  

He also stressed, "We also condemn the comments issued by the Iranian government threatening to launch additional attacks against Iraq. We stand with the people and government of Iraq in the face of these blatant attacks on its sovereignty."                     

  

Earlier, Barzani's headquarters condemned the attacks that targeted Erbil, noting that they "killed and wounded innocent civilians, women and children."  

  

Barzani's headquarters said in a statement, a copy of which was received by "Nass", (September 28, 2022), that "the Kurdistan region was subjected to a missile attack by Iranian forces once again. We condemn the attacks and bombing because they killed and wounded innocent civilians, women and children, and this is a crime in fact. At the time. At the same time, the attacks violate the principles of neighbourhood, friendship and sovereignty, are unjustified and contradict the interests and stability of the Kurdistan Region.                      

  

He added, "We declare that missile attacks will not solve problems and should not be resorted to anymore, and they are actions that only produce crime and instability. We demand an immediate halt to the attacks, and not to turn the Kurdistan region into an arena for the conflicts of neighboring countries."                      

  

Earlier, the opposition Kurdistan Democratic Party of Iran announced that the number of victims had risen as a result of today's attacks in Erbil province.  

  

The party said in a statement that Nass received a copy of it (September 28, 2022), that "the number of its victims has risen to four fighters as a result of today's attacks with missiles and marches on its headquarters in Koya."                        

  

A third statement by the party after the bombing added, "The attack that targeted the refugee complex has caused dozens of casualties so far."                        

  

Earlier, the Iranian Revolutionary Guard issued a statement regarding the bombing of a number of areas in the Kurdistan region, which caused dozens of casualties, either dead or wounded.   

  

The Revolutionary Guards said in a statement, of which “Nass” received a copy, (September 28, 2022), that “as it was announced in a statement on Saturday (on 7/2/1401 AH), and after the necessary warnings to the authorities of the northern region of Iraq through relevant sources. Relevant to dismantling the activities of anti-Iranian terrorist groups affiliated with global arrogance in the region, and ignoring this legitimate and legal demand associated with the continued presence of terrorist groups and attacks on the border areas of the Islamic Republic of Iran, attacking some bases and border checkpoints of our country and supporting the recent riots, the ground forces of the headquarters of Sayyid al-Shuhada began ( P) of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps launched artillery attacks on its headquarters and deployment centers in parts of the region.                          

  

The statement added, "Since during this period the remnants of the counter-revolutionary terrorist groups are still present in the region despite bearing losses and posing a threat to the security and peace of our dear countrymen, starting this morning (Wednesday 7/6/1401 A.H.) the new phase of the forces' operation began. The Islamic State attacked the sites, headquarters and barracks of the aforementioned groups in the depths of the northern region of Iraq, using missiles and drones of the ground forces of the Revolutionary Guards and intense and joint fire of point missiles and offensive and destructive drones, and fatal strikes were directed at them, which details of the operation, losses and damages will be reported to the people Iran later.                          

  

"We affirm once again that this process will continue with determination until the threat is effectively removed, the headquarters of terrorist groups are dismantled, and the region's authorities fulfill their obligations and responsibilities," he added.                          

  

And the Iraqi Foreign Ministry announced, earlier, that it was in the process of summoning the Iranian ambassador in Baghdad because of the Turkish bombing that affected the opposition parties in the Kurdistan region.   

  

"The Iranian ambassador in Baghdad will be summoned urgently to hand him a strongly worded protest note due to the ongoing bombing operations," the ministry's spokesman, Ahmed Al-Sahaf, said in a statement to the official agency, followed by "Nass" (September 28, 2022).                         

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The Ministry of Foreign Affairs hands the Iranian ambassador a note of protest over the recent attacks on Kurdistan

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{Local: Al Furat News} The Iraqi Ministry of Foreign Affairs announced today, Thursday, that it summoned the Iranian ambassador in Baghdad and handed him a strongly worded protest note against the background of the recent bombing that killed 9 people and wounded 32 others.

In a statement received by Al Furat News Agency, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs summoned the Iranian ambassador to Iraq, Muhammad Kazem Al Sadiq, as a result of the artillery and aerial bombardment with missiles and drones on multiple cities and villages in the Kurdistan region of Iraq, over the past days, especially on Wednesday morning, corresponding to 2022. 9/28, which led to the death and injury of a number of safe Iraqi civilians, including women and children, and caused intimidation of the population, spreading panic among them, and destroying infrastructure.” 

While the head of the Department of Neighboring Countries, Ihsan Al-Awadi, handed Iran’s ambassador to Iraq a strongly worded protest note, which included the Iraqi government’s condemnation of this crime, which represented a continuation of the Iranian forces’ attacks on Iraq’s sovereignty and the sanctity of its lands, and took a new character that the citizens could not reach. Iraqi.

In the memorandum, the ministry stressed its rejection of these actions and the resulting intimidation and terrorization of safe citizens. The ministry called for respecting the sovereignty of Iraq and commitment to the commitments of the Islamic Republic of Iran stipulated in international covenants and to stay away from the military logic and the language of weapons in addressing security challenges;

While it warned of its repercussions on the societal peace of both countries, and on regional security and stability

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Yesterday's scenes are tragic.. Education of the region: We have recorded injuries and cases of panic among students as a result of the explosions

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{Local: Al Furat News} The Minister of Education in the Kurdistan Region, Alan Hama Saeed, announced, on Thursday, that there were injuries among the students as a result of the Iranian bombing that targeted areas in the governorates of Erbil and Sulaymaniyah.

The minister said in a press conference held today in the Kurdistan Parliament building, "We in the Ministry of Education condemn these attacks on any educational institution and on teachers, educators and children," noting that "yesterday's scenes were very tragic."

He explained that a number of students were injured as a result of the bombing, adding: We are continuing to communicate with the education of the Koysanjaq district and the education of eastern Sulaymaniyah, and we closely followed the situation yesterday, and we thank God that no student was martyred.

The minister confirmed that the ministry recorded injuries and cases of panic among students as a result of the explosions.

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Guterres "concerned" about Iranian bombing: Iraq's sovereignty must be respected

 

 2022-09-29 01:50

 

 

Shafaq News/ The Secretary-General of the United Nations, Antonio Guterres, called on Thursday to stop the escalation in the Kurdistan Region and respect Iraq's sovereignty and territorial integrity.

A spokesman for the Secretary-General, Stephane Dujarric, said in a statement, "Guterres is following with concern the reported shelling in the Kurdistan Region, including civilian areas."

In the statement, Guterres called for "an immediate halt to the escalation, and urged respect for Iraq's sovereignty and territorial integrity, and the principle of good-neighbourly relations."

And yesterday, Wednesday, the United Nations Mission in Iraq, "UNAMI", called on the Iranian authorities to stop the bombing targeting the Kurdistan Region.

In a statement, the mission said that Iraq, including the Kurdistan Region, rejects the idea that it can be treated as the "backyard" of the region where its sovereignty is routinely violated with impunity.

The statement added that missile diplomacy is a reckless act with grave consequences. These attacks must stop immediately.

Meanwhile, the spokesman for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Ahmed Al-Sahaf, announced that the Iranian ambassador in Baghdad was urgently summoned, to hand him a strongly worded protest note due to the continuous bombing operations.

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Paris condemns the Iranian bombing of the Kurdistan region and calls for respect for the sovereignty of Iraq

 

 2022-09-29 04:43

 

 

 

 

Shafaq News / France condemned today, Thursday, the "random" Iranian strikes that targeted the establishment of Iraqi Kurdistan, and demanded that it respect the country's sovereignty and the stability of the region.

 

"France condemns the massive strikes adopted by Iran and carried out in the autonomous Kurdistan Region, in flagrant violation of Iraq's sovereignty and international law, targeting civilians indiscriminately," the Foreign Ministry said in a statement published by Agence France-Presse.

 

The statement added, "Paris calls for respect for the sovereignty and territorial integrity of Iraq, and the stability and security of the Kurdistan region."

 

The strikes claimed by Tehran resulted in "13 victims, including a pregnant woman, and 58 wounded, most of them civilians, including children under the age of ten," the Kurdistan Region's Counter-Terrorism Service announced on Wednesday.

 

And the device spoke of "the launch of more than 70 ballistic missiles and unmanned aircraft launchers from Iranian territory in four stages."

 

Left-wing Iranian Kurdish opposition parties and organizations strongly criticize the situation in Iran on social media, by sharing videos of the demonstrations currently taking place in Iran since the death of the young woman, Mahsa Amini, in mid-September after she was arrested by the morality police.

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Saudi Arabia condemns Iranian bombing: We reject the threat to Iraq's stability

 

 2022-09-29 06:18

 

Shafaq News/ Today, Thursday, the Saudi Ministry of Foreign Affairs expressed the Kingdom's condemnation and "strong" condemnation of the Iranian attacks that targeted the Kurdistan region of Iraq and caused the death and injury of a number of innocents.

This came in a statement issued by the ministry, seen by Shafak News Agency, in which it affirmed its "total rejection of all attacks that threaten the security and stability of Iraq," stressing "the importance of the international community standing up to all Iranian violations that violate international laws, charters and norms."

The ministry also expressed "the kingdom's sincere condolences and sympathy to the government and people of brotherly Iraq, wishing a speedy recovery to all the injured."

Today, the Iraqi Ministry of Foreign Affairs summoned the Iranian ambassador to Baghdad, Muhammad Al-Sadeq, and handed him a protest note, which it described as "strongly worded", against the backdrop of the artillery shelling that hit areas yesterday in Erbil. 

Yesterday, the Iranian bombardment was renewed on areas in the Koysanjaq district of the Erbil governorate, which resulted in two deaths and 12 injuries, according to the director of health of the judiciary.

Meanwhile, the opposition Iranian Kurdistan Freedom Party announced that the bombing targeted their headquarters in Koysanjak, killing at least five people, and wounding dozens.

The Minister of Health of the Kurdistan Region, Saman Al-Barzanji, directed a large number of ambulances to the Kosanjak district, while the Governor of Erbil, Omid Khoshnaw, directed all relief organizations to enter a state of alert to rescue the injured.

Video clips showed terror and panic among schoolchildren and civilians as a result of the bombing, while the Koysinjaq District Education announced the suspension of official working hours. 

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The US State Department announces the death of one of its citizens in the Iranian attack on Kurdistan

2022.09.29 - 21:14

 

Baghdad - people   

Arab media reported, quoting the US State Department, that an American citizen was killed during the Iranian bombing of the Kurdistan region.   

 

  

On Thursday, US State Department Deputy Spokesman Vidant Patel confirmed the killing of an American citizen in an Iranian missile attack targeting opposition sites in the Kurdistan region of Iraq, on Wednesday.  

  

Patel said he could not make any further comment on the matter due to privacy considerations.  

  

Washington had said, on Wednesday, that the strike did not lead to the death of any US officials or military personnel.  

  

On Wednesday, Washington condemned Iran's use of ballistic missiles and drone attacks on the Kurdistan region of Iraq, describing it as an "unjustified violation of Iraq's sovereignty and territorial integrity."  

  

On Wednesday, Iran's Revolutionary Guards said it had fired missiles and drones at militant targets in the Kurdish region of northern Iraq, where an official said nine people had been killed.  

  

"We also deplore the comments issued by the Iranian government that threaten further attacks on Iraq," the State Department said in a statement on Wednesday.  

  

And the "Nass" website learned that the dead man was killed in the bombing of the city of Koysanjak, and he belongs to the Iranian Kurdistan Democratic Party.  

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Political researcher: 3 reasons behind the Iranian attacks on the Kurdistan region

2022.09.30 - 11:48

 

Baghdad - people  

A researcher has detailed a number of reasons behind the repeated Iranian attacks on the Kurdistan region.  

  

 

  

Professor of political science and head of the “Burjan” organization for human rights, Sami Rikani, said in a clarification followed by “Nass” (September 30, 2022): “There are a number of reasons behind Iran’s targeting of the Kurdistan region, which are:  

The main reason is to cover up the internal events, which escalated in pace and included more than one party or party of opponents of the policies of the ruling junta who entered this movement to denounce the continued failed policies pursued by the followers of Wilayat al-Faqih at the internal and external levels.  

Drawing attention to the Iranian outside that there is a conspiracy against Iran and that the supplier groups in the region are trying to move the Iranian street with American and Israeli orientations.  

And deliver a message to their regional and international allies who signed with them the economic agreements, especially those signed in the field of energy control and gas markets, which included other security and political agreements as well with the Shanghai axis after Iran became an official member of this agreement. The other agreement is on arranging the situation in the region from the security and political side, which includes both Syria and Iraq in the first place, and the message that Iran wants to convey to them is that it is exposed to conspiracies by the axis of America and its allies as a result of carrying out its tasks on their behalf, which requires them to help and support it in its policies because it is The closest and most capable point in dealing with the files on the ground in the Middle East, on their behalf, especially since the Kurdistan Region has become a magnet for the West and America and its leaders who visit it constantly, whether for economic, political or security reasons, which was the last agreement between the Kurdistan Regional Government and the US Secretary of Defense Helping its foreign minister on security and economic cooperation is one of the results of these visits.  

The researcher added, in addition to Iran's fear that the last coalition (state administration) led by its allies in Iraq will fail to form the government and take control of matters in the next stage, which Iran considers a strategic gain for it for the next stage, because the new alliance with the announcement of the agreement around it between The signatories, however, are incomplete and punctuated by obstacles, reservations and conditions, especially from the Kurdish side, which does not trust the promises of Iran nor the promises of its allies in Iraq after their continuous violations of their previous promises with them. Therefore, Iran, through its military operations, wants to put pressure on the region to push it to expedite the completion of the deal.  

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An American was killed in the Kurdistan region by a missile attack

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{Umniah: Al Furat News} The US State Department confirmed the killing of an American citizen in a missile attack in the Kurdistan region.

The US State Department condemned Iran's "violation" of Iraqi sovereignty.

Today, Thursday, the Iraqi Ministry of Foreign Affairs summoned the Iranian ambassador to Iraq, Muhammad Kazem Al Sadiq, "due to the artillery and aerial bombardment with missiles and drones on multiple cities and villages in the Kurdistan region of Iraq, over the past days, especially yesterday morning, Wednesday, which led to a death and injury." a number of safe Iraqi civilians, including women and children, and the intimidation it caused to the population, spreading panic among them, and destroying infrastructure,” according to the statement.

The Foreign Ministry handed the Iranian ambassador a "strongly worded protest note, which included the Iraqi government's condemnation of this crime, which represented a continuation of the Iranian forces' attacks on Iraq's sovereignty and the sanctity of its lands and took on a new character that cannot be tolerated."

In the memorandum, the Foreign Ministry stressed, "its rejection of these actions and the resulting intimidation and terrorization of safe citizens, and demanded the ministry to respect the sovereignty of Iraq and to abide by the commitments of the Islamic Republic of Iran stipulated in international covenants and to stay away from the military logic and the language of weapons in addressing security challenges; and warned of their repercussions on social peace." for both countries, and for regional security and stability."

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Barzani: Attacks on our lands will not solve any problem, and Baghdad must put an end to it

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{Political: Al Furat News} The President of the Kurdistan Regional Government, Masrour Barzani, called for respecting Iraq's sovereignty, "again" his rejection of any aggression on the territory of the region.

 

Barzani said during his participation in the graduation ceremony for students of Salah al-Din University in Erbil: "Under various pretexts and arguments, the sovereignty of our country has recently been subjected to attacks and violations of our constitutional rights, and we respond to such kinds of situations, by closing our ranks and strengthening our country, the more we arm ourselves with science." Knowledge, love of country and tolerance, our country will become stronger, and we will be able to face all challenges.”
He explained: "Attacks on our lands will not solve any problem, and we are a people who love and yearn for peace, and we do not want to create any problem with any neighboring country, and our message is a message of peace, freedom and respect based on mutual respect."
He went on to say: "We seek to develop our country, and we thank those who helped us. As for those who do not want to help us, they should not become a stumbling block in our way, because we have decided to rise and rebuild our country, and arm our generations with science, to move towards a brighter tomorrow."
Barzani stressed: "We condemn all these attacks and attacks on us, and we call on the Iraqi federal government and the international community to put an end to them."
He stressed: "The Kurdistan Regional Government will exert its utmost efforts and capabilities to meet all the requirements that would achieve further development for our universities, in terms of scientific and technological progress, to be in the ranks of universities and academies in the region and the world."
Barzani continued: "We will do everything in our power to support and reform the sectors of education, education, and higher education, and advance the universities of Kurdistan, so as not to turn them into mere places for awarding female witnesses, but rather important institutions and centers for creativity, development and change in society, thus creating a conscious, patriotic generation that is friendly to humanity and the environment." ".

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In conjunction with the Iranian bombing.. Turkish warplanes attacked "Sedkan" north of Erbil

 

 2022-09-30 08:03

 

Shafaq News/ On Friday, a local source reported the renewed Turkish air strikes on areas inside "Sedkan" district in the Soran Independent Administration, north of Erbil, the capital of Kurdistan Region.

The source told Shafaq News Agency, "The bombing is being carried out by Turkish drones on Mount Boli within the Sidekan district."

"The bombing is still going on, without knowing the casualties," he added.

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Revolutionary Guards: Military operations will continue in the Kurdistan Region until the opposition parties are disarmed

 

 2022-09-30 08:11

 

Revolutionary Guards: Military operations will continue in the Kurdistan Region until the opposition parties are disarmed

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Victory Coalition condemns Iranian and Turkish violations of Iraqi sovereignty

2022.09.30 - 21:03

 

Baghdad - people  

Today, Friday, the "Victory Coalition" condemned the continuing Iranian and Turkish violations of Iraqi sovereignty, holding it legally responsible for the aggression, the fall of martyrs, the intimidation of the population and the violation of the country's sanctity.  

  

  

  

And the coalition warned in a statement that Nass received a copy of it (September 30, 2022), that "these practices will harm inter-relations, and cannot establish constructive relations, and will increase tension and harmful reactions to bilateral relations."  

  

And he called, "The government and all Iraqi forces in solidarity to preserve the people and interests of Iraq against any aggression, threat or prejudice to its sovereignty, and to remove the pretexts of states not to allow any illegal or armed presence that states invoke to violate our sovereignty and terrorize our people."

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The Iranian Chief of Staff threatens after Washington announced the downing of a drone in Iraq

2022.09.30 - 22:51

 

Baghdad - people  

Today, Friday, the Iranian General Staff responded to the news of the downing of an Iranian drone, which was heading towards Erbil, by the United States.   

  

   

  

  

The Chief of the Iranian General Staff, Mohammad Bagheri, said that "regarding the allegations of destroying an Iranian drone by the American forces in northern Iraq, if the Americans move against the Iranian drone, the armed forces of the Islamic Republic of Iran will respond to this aggressive act and reserve the right to confrontation." and revenge."  

  

Bagheri added that "the armed forces of the Islamic Republic have complete and accurate information about the bases of Harir, Erbil and Dohuk in Iraq," noting, "At this stage, we are in a state of severe military confrontation with the terrorist separatists, and we are not taking any action against the Americans at this stage, but for them to know that Our armed forces reserve the right to retaliate against this move."  

  

The Chief of the General Staff of the Iranian Armed Forces stressed that "the Americans' allegations of destroying a combat drone of the Islamic Republic of Iran prove that America is allied with terrorists and separatists and is cooperating with separatist and terrorist groups."  

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The European Union expresses its concern over the recent events in Iraq

2022.10.01 - 14:38

Baghdad - people   

 

Iraq: a statement from the official spokesman on the latest developments  

The European Union expresses its grave concern about the recent political and security escalation in the country. Violence is never a solution and should not be allowed to undermine the democratic process. Therefore, we call on all parties to renounce acts of violence, exercise maximum restraint, work towards de-escalation, and participate in dialogue in a constructive manner and in good faith and within the constitutional framework, putting the desires and interests of the Iraqi people first.  

  

In these circumstances, and as Iraq passes the three-year anniversary of the Tishreen protest movement and nearly a year since the early elections that took place in October 2021, the European Union affirms its determination to continue to support the reform path that Iraq is pursuing, its stability and sovereignty.  

  

The European Union condemns in the strongest terms the bombing of the Kurdistan region of Iraq this week, for which the Iranian Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps has claimed responsibility. Our hearts and thoughts are with the victims and their families. These attacks are a violation of Iraq's sovereignty and territorial integrity. The European Union affirms its full solidarity with the Iraqi people, the Iraqi government and the Kurdistan Regional Government.  

 

 

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Parliamentary move to hold an "emergency session" on the Iranian bombing of Kurdistan Region

 

 2022-09-30 12:36

 

Shafaq News/ Representative of the Kurdistan Democratic bloc in the Iraqi parliament, Ikhlas al-Dulaimi announced on Friday that a request will be submitted to the parliament presidency to hold an emergency session regarding the Iranian bombing of the border areas in Kurdistan Region. 

Al-Dulaimi told Shafaq News Agency; "At the present time, the signatures of deputies are being collected in Parliament, as the number of signatories to the request has reached 110 deputies." 

And she added, "The request is adopted by the Democratic Party bloc in Parliament with the rest of the Kurdish parties, in addition to a number of representatives of other political blocs," noting that "the deputies of the coordination framework did not participate in signing the request." 

Regarding the continuation of the Iranian bombing and military operations, Al-Dulaimi said; "The Kurdistan Regional Government is currently moving towards the internationalization of this issue through the international community and the Security Council in order to prevent the recurrence of these Iranian military operations on the territory of the region."

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The Iranian ambassador in Baghdad will be summoned urgently, to hand him a strongly worded protest note due to the continuous bombing operations.

 

Oh. A strongly worded protest note. What are they going to do, make them write on the blackboard one hundred times "I will not bomb Kurdistan."

Way to show weakness. If Trump were still in office this would not be happening. Nor any of these wars going on now around the world. 

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The European Union expresses its grave concern over the recent political and security escalation in Iraq

 

 2022-10-01 07:35

 

Shafaq News/ On Saturday, the European Union expressed its deep concern about the recent political and security escalation in Iraq.

The union said in a statement today, that "violence is never a solution and must not be allowed to undermine the democratic process." He called on all parties to renounce acts of violence, exercise maximum restraint, work towards de-escalation and participate in dialogue in a constructive manner and in good faith and within the constitutional framework, putting the desires and interests of the Iraqi people first.

In these circumstances, and as Iraq passes the three-year anniversary of the Tishreen protest movement and nearly a year since the early elections that took place in October 2021, the European Union affirmed its determination to continue to support the path of reform that Iraq is taking, its stability and sovereignty.

The European Union condemned in the strongest terms the bombing of the Kurdistan Region of Iraq this week, for which the Iranian Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps claimed responsibility.

The union said: These attacks are a violation of Iraq's sovereignty and territorial integrity. The European Union affirms its full solidarity with the Iraqi people, the Iraqi government and the Kurdistan Regional Government.

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The displacement of residents of six villages north of Erbil due to Iranian bombing

 

 2022-10-01 07:43

 

 

Shafaq News/ The director of the Seidkan district of the independent Soran administration, north of Erbil, reported today, Saturday, the displacement of residents of six villages from the district due to the Iranian bombing.

Ehsan Chalabi told Shafaq News Agency, that the Iranian bombing has been continuing on areas in Sedkan district, north of Erbil, for eight days, indicating that the bombing targeted the slopes of the Brisbane and Saqr mountains. 

The director of the Seidkan sub-district stated that 6 villages were evacuated from their residents, pointing out that the people of those villages had migrated to the center of the district and were living with their families and relatives.

Chalabi added, that the people of those border areas depend on agriculture and animal husbandry, and the farmers were forced to leave their pastures and migrate to safe areas, explaining that the district administration is in contact with the Ministry of Interior of the Kurdistan Region and the relevant authorities in the regional government about the latest developments in the situation. 

Today, Saturday, the Iranian artillery shelling was renewed on the district, targeting the areas of Saqr, Brizin, the village of Brize and the village of Katina, and this Iranian bombardment has been continuing for about eight days.

And the Anti-Terrorism Foundation in the Kurdistan Region announced, last Wednesday, that the Iranian Revolutionary Guard launched a missile attack on the region in four stages, which left "13 martyrs and 58 wounded."

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Pictures .. A protest demonstration in front of the United Nations headquarters in Erbil, condemning the Iranian bombing

 

 2022-10-01 04:19

 

Shafaq News/ A protest demonstration was held in Erbil, the capital of Kurdistan Region, on Saturday morning, by a number of civil and feminist activists in front of the United Nations headquarters to protest against the repeated Iranian bombing of the border areas in the region.

Feminist activist Bahar Aziz told Shafaq News Agency, "We gathered today to denounce the continuous Iranian bombardment on the lands of Kurdistan and the bombing of innocent citizens, which caused the death of a number of citizens."

Iranian Kurdish activist Cardo Karimi told Shafak News Agency, "These demonstrations come in order to deliver a message to the United Nations and the international community to intervene and stop Iranian oppression against the Kurdish people there and stop military operations on the Kurdistan Region."

The demonstration was organized by the Association of Leftists in the Kurdistan Region, which called for the cessation of Iranian military operations on the border areas, in addition to stopping the repression that the Iranian regime is practicing on demonstrators inside Iran.

And the Anti-Terrorism Foundation in the Kurdistan Region announced, last Wednesday, that the Iranian Revolutionary Guard launched a missile attack on the region in four stages, which left "13 martyrs and 58 wounded."

On Thursday, the Iraqi Ministry of Foreign Affairs summoned the Iranian ambassador to Baghdad, Muhammad Al-Sadiq, and handed him a protest note, which it described as "strongly worded", against the backdrop of the artillery shelling that targeted areas in the governorates of Erbil and Sulaymaniyah.