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Diyala snatch late win against Duhok in postponed Iraqi Stars League clash
Baghdad ( – Diyala SC secured three valuable points with a dramatic 2-1 away victory over Duhok SC in a postponed Round 24 Iraqi Stars League fixture. The win provides a vital boost for Diyala in their campaign. Diyala opened the scoring just before halftime when Ayman Sfaxi converted a penalty in the 45th minute. Duhok fought back, with Siyaband Ageed finding an equalizer in the 83rd minute, setting up a tense finale. However, it was Diyala who had the final say, as Ali Al-Sajjad Sabah netted a late winner in the 89th minute to clinch the victory for the visitors. The result sees Duhok SC, captained by Yanick Zakri and coached by Amir Azramavan, drop to seventh place in the league standings with 52 points. Diyala, under coach Talal Khalfan and captained by Mohammed Mohsen, remain in 17th position but move to 34 points, a crucial gain for the team.
Rudaw Net
16-04-2025
- Politics
- Rudaw Net
Kurdistan Region a ‘catalyst for peace,' says President Barzani
Also in Kurdistan Sulaimani Forum to host Kurdish, Iraqi leaders amid shifting regional dynamics Kurdish leaders extend Yazidi New Year wish, urge protection of community's rights Kurdish leaders congratulate Duhok SC on historic Gulf Club Champions League victory Duhok SC crowned Gulf Clubs Champion after thrilling win A+ A- ERBIL, Kurdistan Region - Kurdistan Region President Nechirvan Barzani on Wednesday stated that the role of the Kurdish people in ensuring regional peace is crucial and that the Region has always been a 'catalyst for peace.' 'The Kurdistan Region has consistently demonstrated its role as a catalyst for peace and stability, and it is well-positioned to contribute positively to enhancing security and peace in the region,' President Barzani said at the Sulaimani Forum 2025. 'The Kurds and the people of Kurdistan are inherently peaceful. Whenever there has been a hint of peace, the people of Kurdistan embraced it with optimism,' Barzani added, calling on the Kurdistan Region's parties to adhere to peace. He warned that ignoring Kurdish rights has repeatedly fueled conflict and suffering in the region, explaining that history has proven that attempts to erase a 'nation of tens of millions' from their homeland have always been futile, referring to the Kurds. 'Let us reach out with gestures of friendship and work towards achieving enduring peace through collaboration and harmonious coexistence,' the Kurdistan Region's president proposed. Barzani described recent peace efforts in Turkey as a historic opportunity and voiced full support for the renewed push toward resolving the conflict with the Kurdistan Workers' Party (PKK). He said the moment offers a chance to boost regional stability and begin a new phase of constructive cooperation that benefits all sides. 'The power of peace is greater than the power of all wars,' he said. At the end of February, the pro-Kurdish Peoples' Equality and Democracy Party (DEM Party) shared with the public a letter from Ocalan, the leader of the PKK, who is imprisoned on Imrali island. In the letter, he urged the group to disarm and disband. His message has sparked hope for an end to four decades of a conflict that has taken 40,000 lives. The PKK subsequently announced a unilateral ceasefire and said they would hold a congress to discuss their future, but have insisted that Ocalan should be released from jail to lead the process. Ankara has demanded that the PKK immediately surrender and dissolve itself. This peace process appeared to begin last October, when Turkey's Nationalist Movement Party (MHP) leader Devlet Bahceli, who is known for his nationalist remarks and is President Recep Tayyip Erdogan's main ally, extended his hand to Kurdish lawmakers in the parliament. Following his remarks on Turkey, Barzani shifted focus to Syria, emphasizing the need for progress there as part of broader regional stability efforts. On Kurdish unity in Syria, President Barzani praised the Kurds' efforts, saying they 'have made significant strides toward consolidating their demands,' expressing hope that the Kurds in Syria can create a democratic country that 'upholds the rights of all communities,' in coordination with the Government. Barzani called on Damascus to safeguard all of Syria's components with proper representation. President Barzani also thanked Iraqi Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani for his commitment to strengthening ties between Erbil and Baghdad and urged the prompt implementation of Article 140 in the Iraqi constitution. Article 140 of the Iraqi constitution details steps to resolve a dispute between the federal and regional government who both claim jurisdiction over disputed areas of the country, such as Kirkuk province. Successive federal governments have failed to implement the article. 'I would like to stress the importance of promptly implementing the law concerning the restitution of property and reactivating the committee responsible for executing Article 140 of the Iraqi Constitution,' he affirmed. Six months after the Kurdistan parliamentary elections, President Barzani also called on the Kurdistan Democratic Party (KDP) and the Patriotic Union of Kurdistan (PUK) to expedite government formation. 'This government must meet the expectations of its citizens and effectively address the ongoing developments and challenges,' said the Kurdistan Region's president. President Barzani also addressed the climate change challenges Iraq is facing. He stressed that climate change is greatly impacting 'numerous regions of Iraq, where countless individuals have been compelled to relocate due to water scarcity.' He noted, the Kurdistan Region supports joint cooperation and international backing to address climate change and water scarcity, adding that the global community must take collective responsibility for tackling shared challenges like climate change, terrorism, and food security. Iraq's water mainly comes from the Tigris and Euphrates rivers, with 75 percent sourced from neighboring Iran and Turkey, and 20 to 25 percent from internal sources. While Iran affects water flow through rivers like the Karun and Karkheh, Turkey controls the headwaters via dams like the Ataturk Dam. Iraq lacks a comprehensive water-sharing agreement with both countries. Accordingly, water scarcity is a critical issue in Iraq, threatening all aspects of society. According to the United Nations Global Environment Outlook 6 (GEO-6), Iraq is the fifth most vulnerable country globally to reduced water availability and extreme temperatures, based on data from 2020–2021. He also congratulated Halabja on the recent bill passed by the Iraqi parliament, recognizing it as a province. In December 2013, the Iraqi Council of Ministers approved a proposal to make Halabja the country's 19th province, separating it from Sulaimani province. However, political disputes between Erbil and Baghdad, along with divisions among Sunni and Shiite lawmakers, stalled the bill for over ten years. The gruesome chemical attack on Halabja was part of the broader Anfal campaign, launched by Saddam Hussein's regime in the late 1980s. The campaign, carried out in eight phases across the Kurdistan Region, resulted in the deaths of over 182,000 Kurds and the destruction of more than 4,500 villages.
Rudaw Net
15-04-2025
- Politics
- Rudaw Net
Kurdish leaders extend Yazidi New Year wish, urge protection of community's rights
Also in Kurdistan Kurdish leaders congratulate Duhok SC on historic Gulf Club Champions League victory Duhok SC crowned Gulf Clubs Champion after thrilling win US, UK, Italy welcome Iraq's recognition of Halabja as 19th province President Barzani, German Ambassador discuss KRG cabinet formation, bilateral ties A+ A- ERBIL, Kurdistan Region - Kurdish leaders on Tuesday extended their congratulations to the Yazidi community on the occasion of their New Year, Charshama Sare Sale, emphasizing the need to safeguard the Yazidis' rights, traditions and future. Kurdistan Democratic Party (KDP) leader Masoud Barzani issued a statement extending his 'warm congratulations to all Yazidi brothers and sisters in Kurdistan and around the world, wishing them happiness and peace.' The renowned Kurdish figure added, 'I hope for an end to the pain, displacement, and hardships that have been imposed upon them [Yazidis] by terrorists and enemies of our people, and for the Yazidi brothers and sisters to return freely to their homes and places of origin.' The KDP leader also urged all parties to work together to ensure the Yazidis can 'decide their own fate, protect their rights, culture, and traditions, and begin to heal from the trauma they've endured.' For his part, Kurdistan Region Prime Minister Masrour Barzani also marked the occasion, writing on X, 'I congratulate all Yazidi brothers and sisters in Kurdistan and the world on the Yazidi New Year. I hope you have a holiday filled with joy and happiness.' The Patriotic Union of Kurdistan's (PUK) also issued a statement, extending 'warmest congratulations to the Yazidi brothers and sisters in Kurdistan, Iraq, and the world' and 'wishing them a celebration full of joy and happiness.' The PUK highlighted the importance of 'accelerating the steps to restore a dignified life for Yazidis,' stressing that it is the 'duty and responsibility of all political parties, the Kurdistan Regional Government and the Federal Government [of Iraq] in order to guarantee their permanent stability and ensure they never face the danger of attacks again.' The Yazidi New Year, Charshama Sare Sale, is celebrated on the first Wednesday of April according to the Julian and Seleucid calendars. The most important rituals take place at Lalish Temple in the mountains of Duhok, north of the Kurdistan Region, where Yazidis light candles and gather in prayer. In 2014, the Islamic State (ISIS) launched an assault on Shingal, abducting 6,417 Yazidi women and children, many of whom were subjected to sexual slavery and forced labor. As of now, 2,590 Yazidis remain missing, according to the Office of Rescuing Abducted Yazidis, which is affiliated with the Kurdistan Region Presidency.
Rudaw Net
15-04-2025
- Sport
- Rudaw Net
Kurdish leaders congratulate Duhok SC on historic Gulf Club Champions League victory
Also in Kurdistan Duhok SC crowned Gulf Clubs Champion after thrilling win US, UK, Italy welcome Iraq's recognition of Halabja as 19th province President Barzani, German Ambassador discuss KRG cabinet formation, bilateral ties 40% landmine areas remain to be cleared in Kurdistan Region: Official A+ A- ERBIL, Kurdistan Region - Kurdish leaders extended their congratulations to Duhok Sports Club after it made history on Tuesday night by winning the Gulf Club Champions League for the first time in the club's history. In a statement he posted on X, Kurdistan Region President Nechirvan Barzani expressed his joy, stating, 'From my heart and warmly, I congratulate the beloved Duhok Club for their victory today, becoming the champions of the Gulf Cup for the first time.' President Barzani praised Duhok SC's victory and beautiful performance that 'made all of us in Kurdistan and throughout Iraq happy,' adding, 'We are all proud of Duhok Club and this victory.' The Kurdistan Region President had, ahead of the game, shared a post on his Facebook page writing, 'We are all cheering on Duhok.' Kurdistan Regional Government (KRG) Prime Minister Masrour Barzani also celebrated Duhok SC's victory alongside the massive crowd at Duhok International Stadium, where the decisive match took place. In a statement on X, PM Barzani extended his 'warm congratulations to all Duhok [Soccer Club] players, the people of Duhok and Kurdistan' for the win. The KRG premier described the victory as a 'great achievement' and a 'source of pride for all of us,' adding, 'I wish success for all sports clubs in the Kurdistan Region.' Duhok's football club made history by defeating Kuwait's Qadsia SC 2-1 in the Gulf Clubs Champions League final. Siyaband Ageed of Duhok SC scored the opening goal in the 65th minute, followed by a quick equalizer from Qadsia SC's Mohammed Sawlah. In the dying moments of the match, Marlom Santos of Duhok sealed the victory with a powerful header in the 92nd minute, sending football fans into a frenzy. The win sparked celebrations across the Kurdistan Region, especially since it marked the first-ever title for Duhok SC in the Gulf Clubs Champions League. Tuesday's victory followed a tightly contested first leg held in Kuwait last week, which ended in a goalless draw, making Tuesday's match even more intense. The 2024-25 tournament was the 31st edition of the regional competition and introduced a new format, featuring clubs from Iraq and Yemen for the first time. The tournament included top teams from Bahrain, Iraq, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, and Yemen.
Iraqi News
15-04-2025
- Sport
- Iraqi News
Duhok of Iraq and Qadsia of Kuwait match kicks off
The second leg of the Gulf Clubs Champions League final between Duhok SC of Iraq and Qadsia SC of Kuwait kicked off a short while ago on Al-Iraqiya Sports Channel at Duhok International Stadium, with a large crowd in attendance. The first leg, held in Kuwait on April 8, ended in a goalless draw, making today's match decisive in determining the champion of the current edition of the tournament. Fans are looking forward to Duhok SC winning the title, making them the first Iraqi team to win the Gulf Clubs Cup.
