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Shafaq News
14 hours ago
- Business
- Shafaq News
Seeking unified response: KDP invites parties to discuss salary crisis
Shafaq News/ The Kurdistan Democratic Party (KDP) has invited all Kurdish parties to a joint meeting on May 31 to address the federal government's handling of public sector salaries in the Kurdistan Region. A source told Shafaq News that the meeting will be held at 11 a.m. in Erbil, with the participation of Kurdish leader Masoud Barzani, with a focus on forming a unified Kurdish position in response to the federal decision. Tensions over public finances have persisted for years, with salary transfers frequently used as leverage in disputes. The federal budget law conditions funding on the Region's handover of oil revenues—a process stalled since 2023 when exports via Turkiye's Ceyhan port were suspended. Since then, Baghdad has treated monthly salary disbursements as loans.
Time of India
a day ago
- Politics
- Time of India
Police reformation will reduce communal tensions in Dakshina Kannada: MLC
Mangaluru: MLC Ivan D'Souza said chief minister favoured implementing changes in the police department to address and reduce communal tensions in Dakshina Kannada. D'Souza said here on Thursday that he met the CM on Wednesday and explained to him the situation prevailing in the district. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now "I urged him to initiate appropriate action to put an end to inflammatory speeches being made by right-wing leaders. I also urged the CM to bring in reforms in the police force in Dakshina Kannada and the CM was in favour of them," the MLC said. Appreciating the govt's decision to set up Special Action Force (SAF) for Dakshina Kannada, Udupi and Shivamogga districts, D'Souza said the force will be able to stop provocative speeches and communal crimes in the region. The MLC expressed his support for the creation of the Anti-Communal Task Force and said he requested the Chief Minister to establish its headquarters in Mangaluru. D'Souza acknowledged certain shortcomings within the police force concerning the recent killings, noting that police do not understand the 'vision' of the govt. Nevertheless, he assured that the administration would implement comprehensive measures to halt sectarian violence throughout the district. District minister Dinesh Gundu Rao will visit the district and conduct a peace meeting, he said. On allegations of the BJP that the district minister failed to give enough time for Dakshina Kannada, D'Souza said Rao attended all Karnataka Development Programme (KDP) meetings and showed real concern for the district's development. Following the mass resignation of Muslim leaders from the Congress, the MLC expressed distress regarding the developments. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now "We will make efforts to persuade them to reconsider their decision to step down from their positions," he added. MLC visits Rahiman's house MLC D'Souza visited the house of slain pickup driver Abdul Rahiman, at Kolthamajalu, Bantwal on Thursday. Offering condolences to the family, he assured them that the govt is committed to eradicating the forces behind this crime without any hesitation. He also visited the hospital to meet the injured Kalandar Shafi.
Shafaq News
2 days ago
- Business
- Shafaq News
KDP condemns Iraqi Govt's on salaries: political exploitation
Shafaq News/ The Kurdistan Democratic Party (KDP) on Thursday condemned the Iraqi Ministry of Finance's decision to halt funding the public sector salaries in the Kurdistan Region, calling it a violation of constitutional rights and a form of political exploitation. In a statement, the KDP's political bureau considered that this step contradicts the Constitution and the political agreement that led to the formation of the current government. 'It constitutes political exploitation of citizens' livelihoods.' The statement added that the issue will be a key topic at the KDP's Central Committee meeting scheduled for June 2, 2025, during which 'an appropriate response will be discussed and determined.' The party further warned that if the entitlements and f inancial rights of the Kurdistan Region are not transferred before Eid al-Adha, on Friday, June 6, 'we will adopt a serious stance and take action accordingly.'
Shafaq News
4 days ago
- Politics
- Shafaq News
PUK leader expresses hope for agreement on new Kurdish government
Shafaq News/ On Monday, Patriotic Union of Kurdistan (PUK) leader Bafel Jalal Talabani voiced optimism that talks with the Kurdistan Democratic Party (KDP) could yield a breakthrough in forming the next Kurdish government. The remarks came during a meeting with British Consul General Andrew Beasley at his residence in Dabashan, where they discussed key issues related to the Kurdistan Region and Iraq, underscoring 'the importance of continued dialogue and cooperation among political actors to overcome current challenges,' according to a statement. The meeting also addressed Iraq's upcoming parliamentary elections, with both sides stressing the need for a transparent and fair electoral process. Earlier, senior PUK official Darbaz Kosrat Rasul dismissed the '50-50' power-sharing model as no longer viable, while affirming that negotiations with the KDP are still ongoing. On May 15, KDP leader Masoud Barzani warned against forming a government based on equal division of power and advocated for a unified government with a single parliament and a consolidated Peshmerga force, stating that not forming a government would be preferable to adopting a divisive model.
Shafaq News
4 days ago
- Politics
- Shafaq News
Leader Barzani calls for order, partnership in Iraq
Shafaq News/ On Monday, the leader of the Kurdistan Democratic Party (KDP), Masoud Barzani, called for strict adherence to Iraq's constitution and renewed his support for the principles of partnership, consensus, and balance as cornerstones of the country's political process. His remarks came during a meeting at the Salahuddin resort in Erbil with tribal and community leaders from al-Anbar and the Baghdad Belt. The visiting delegation raised proposals focused on governance, equitable representation, and local development, while also commending the Kurdistan Region's role in hosting displaced families during the ISIS conflict. Barzani welcomed the dialogue, describing post-2003 political mismanagement and constitutional violations as key sources of Iraq's instability. He stressed that any durable solution must begin with the restoration of constitutional order and inclusive governance involving all components of Iraqi society.
