Wladimir van Wilgenburg
A seasoned reporter and analyst who specializes in Kurdish affairs.
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Kurdish Leaders Congratulate Yezidis on Ezi Feast Day
On Thursday and Friday, Kurdish leaders congratulated the Yezidi religious community on the Ezi Feast Day, a festival th
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First Kurd Elected as UN Refugee Chief
On Friday, former Iraqi President Barham Salih was elected as the 12th UN High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR).“I am h
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Kurdish Leaders Mark Kurdistan Flag Day in Erbil
President Masoud Barzani issued a message on Kurdistan Flag Day, emphasizing the symbolic and national significance of t
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The American Who Became a Kurdish Social Media Star
When 21-year-old Caleb McLamb – known online as ‘Sura’ – speaks fluent Kurdish with a Southern accent, his videos often
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Syrian Music Star: “Kurdistan Offers Peace and Security”
The internationally famous Syrian singer Omar Souleyman has been living in Erbil for four years. “It is a nice city,” he
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Could Erbil Become the Tourism Capital of the Middle East?
The Kurdistan Regional Government (KRG) aims to attract 20 million tourists annually by 2030. While destinations like Du
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Could Erbil Become the Tourism Capital of the Middle East?
The Kurdistan Regional Government (KRG) aims to attract 20 million tourists annually by 2030. While destinations like Du
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Zakho SC Fans Win FIFA Fan Award for 2025
FIFA on Tuesday announced that the fans of Zakho SC have won the FIFA Fan Award 2025 for their efforts in helping childr
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Duhok Hosts First-Ever Potato Festival with Dutch Support
This year for the first time the Potato Festival is being held in the Duhok Governorate from December 15-17, organized b
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Kurdistan Region, France Stress Continued Coordination Against ISIS
On Monday, Kurdistan Regional Government (KRG) Prime Minister Masrour Barzani received General Francois Tricot, France’s
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KRG PM Hosts New Years Reception
Kurdistan Regional Government Prime Minister Masrour Barzani on Sunday welcomed ambassadors, consuls general, envoys, di
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President Barzani Hails Barham Salih’s Appointment as UNHCR Chief
In a phone call on Sunday, President Masoud Barzani congratulated former Iraqi President Barham Salih on his appointment
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