Probe of attack on PM Barzani’s office under ‘direct supervision’ of Iraqi PM: Spokesperson

“We have now begun the investigation, and we must await its results. The statement clearly indicated that these results will be announced to the public, as this matter is not open to compromise. This pertains to the sovereignty of the Iraqi state, and therefore, this file, like other security files in this complex situation, is under the direct supervision and follow-up of the Prime Minister,” said Aboudi.

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KRG says requested explanation from Iran over drone attack on PM Barzani office

The KRG interior minister also noted that the matter was brought up during meetings with Iranian parliament speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf's ongoing visit to Iraq, adding that Kurdish authorities are waiting "to see what the official explanation from Iran will be."

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PM Barzani directs stricter safeguards following Sulaimani fires

In a phone call with Sulaimani Governor Haval Abubaker, the Kurdish premier expressed concern over the recent fire incidents in the province.

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Zaidi condemns drone attack on PM Barzani's office as ‘unacceptable’

Barzani received a telephone call from Zaidi a day after the attack, during which the Iraqi premier said “these attacks against Iraq and the Kurdistan Region are completely unacceptable,” as condemnations continued to pour in from Kurdish, Iraqi and international actors.

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Iraqi FM demands answers from Iranian counterpart over attack on PM Barzani’s office

“Fuad Hussein called on the Iranian side to issue an official statement clarifying the Islamic Republic of Iran's position on the attack and the parties or reasons behind it,” said the Iraqi foreign ministry.

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Iraqi PM orders investigation into drone attack on PM Barzani's office

"[Iraqi Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi] has also directed that the results of the investigation be announced to the public at the earliest possible time, along with the disclosure of all circumstances surrounding the attack and the parties standing behind it," his office said

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US envoy condemns drone attack targeting PM Barzani’s office, reiterates backing of arms control

“Such aggression against our trusted Kurdish allies is unacceptable and a direct threat to regional stability,” US Special Envoy for IraqiBarrack wrote on X.

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EU, UK condemn drone attack on PM Barzani’s office

"It is unacceptable to target state institutions, its officials, or diplomatic missions," a letter signed by EU Ambassador to Iraq Klemens Semtner read.

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Iraqi, Kurdish parties condemn attack on PM Barzani’s office

The attacks mark a dangerous escalation and come amid constant strikes targeting Kurdistan – both from Iran and Iran-aligned armed groups in Iraq – since the onset of the regional war.

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