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KRI Election Campaign and Iraq's Resistance Front: Dividing the Kurdistan Region into Two Administrations

Mediterranean Institute for Regional Studies

10/10/2024 1:21:00 PM

The Iraqi Resistance Front, which includes Hashd al-Shaabi, has launched around 200 attacks on Israeli targets and coalition forces in the region over the past year. Israel’s direct objective has now shifted to delivering a decisive blow to the Islamic Republic of Iran. The stark reality is that the Iraqi federal government is unable to control its Shiite militias, which claim to follow the directives of Iran's Supreme Leader. Ironically, these militias essentially operate as extensions of the I

Paying Rent to the Bank: No Service for Free

Saman Shali

8/10/2024 10:23:00 AM

The concept of "paying rent" to keep money in a bank might sound unusual at first glance, as banks have traditionally been seen as custodians of our money, offering interest on deposits. However, the modern banking landscape has evolved significantly, introducing a variety of fees and conditions that can feel akin to paying rent. While traditionally, people think of banks as places where they can store their money for free and even earn interest, the reality of banking has evolved. This article

Why is the Iraqi Society Extremist?

Saman Shali

2/26/2024 9:53:00 AM

Looking at the situation in Iraq, we can conclude that eradicating extremist tendencies in Iraqi society is a complex phenomenon rooted in historical, political, social, and economic factors. To understand this, we must delve into the country's turbulent past and present. Since Iraq was founded after World War I, the country has faced sectarian and religious issues.

What can the KRG do for the Big Companies for their contributions?

Saman Shali

1/25/2024 2:57:00 PM

It is important to note that a company's actions will depend on its industry, financial health, and available resources. In addition, the government and business community must maintain open lines of communication to coordinate efforts effectively during the economic crisis. Collaboration between the public and private sectors can be a robust force for economic recovery and stability.

Oil Market Blind-sided By Israel’s War On Hamas

Cyril Widdershoven

10/25/2023 7:15:00 PM

Israel is on the brink of a full invasion of the Gaza Strip, with the Israeli Armed Forces (IDF) prepared to implement a range of military strategies. While regional tensions are escalating, a full-scale war has not yet erupted on Israel's northern borders with Lebanon and Syria, involving Hezbollah, a Shia terrorist organization, and its supporters.

Vilnius Summit: What will NATO do next?

Bahrooz Jaafar

7/10/2023 11:26:00 AM

NATO summit will be held in Vilnius on July 11-12, 2023. This is NATO's fourth summit since the outbreak of the war. Ukraine wants to join NATO. Vladimir Zilinsky received Turkey's friendly support during his July 7, 2023 visit. Sweden has also expected Turkey to lift its veto, and talks in Brussels on Turkey's demands have made good progress.

The Gas and Oil law in Iraq and solving the outstanding issues between Iraq and KRG

Saman Shali

3/26/2023 4:03:00 PM

Iraq's Oil and Gas Law is a complex legal framework that governs the exploration, production, and distribution of oil and gas resources in the country. The law has undergone several revisions over the years, and its implementation has been the subject of much debate and disagreement. While it is not possible to provide a comprehensive solution to the Iraq Oil and Gas Law, there are several steps that can be taken to improve its effectiveness and address some of the challenges facing the industry

In the face of change, Iraq and the Kurdistan Region: Are opportunities and threats enough?

Bahrooz Jaafar

12/2/2022 7:41:00 PM

If World War I had not happened, Qatar would not be a state today, nor would the World Cup be held in the Middle East. If the Kurds had not revolted in September 1961, Saddam Hussein would not have reached an agreement with the Shah of Iran in 1974. If it had not been for Saddam's regret of the covenant, there would have been no eight-year Iran- Iraq war. Moreover, the UN Security Council did not recognize the Kurdistan Region of Iraq as a de facto in 1991.

Kurdistan Region Development Issues After Protests (Reasons, Results and Recommendations)

Bahrooz Jaafar

12/15/2020 2:31:00 PM

After ending the Cold War in (1989), Second Gulf War in (1991), and the Global, marketing and interests opening up, a great opportunity occurred to Kurds by the initiatives of the United States of America. They were intended no-fly zone for Kurds of Iraqi Kurdistan and such a kind of autonomy was available for them, which led to forming Kurdistan regional government (KRG) and Kurdistan parliament. Two powerful political parties (Kurdistan Democratic Party (KDP) and Patriotic Union of Kurdistan (

Is Trump preparing ‘Oil-price War’ after Trade War? US legislators threaten OPEC

Mediterranean Institute for Regional Studies

2/28/2019 8:23:00 AM

The US congress will soon be considering legislation that would allow the US government to prosecute any OPEC member country it believes is fixing oil prices.International oil companies have voiced their concerns and opposition to the proposal while warning about possible retaliation if it passes successfully.

Cyprus in the light of Catalonia and Iraqi Kurdistan

Mediterranean Institute for Regional Studies

11/13/2017 7:44:00 PM

CATALONIA and Iraqi Kurdistan are the latest cases of attempted Unilateral Declarations of Independence (UDI) that shed light on the old CyProb. Each, in its own unique manner, proves one key fact: that unilateral secession, however strongly backed by neo-national sentiment, is no remedy for settling ethnic conflict. Only an agreed settlement via dialogue offers a viable solution.

If the KRG does not resolve issues with Baghdad, soon it will lose all its crude: MIRS Interview with Shwan Zulal

Mediterranean Institute for Regional Studies

11/11/2017 1:22:00 PM

The impact of Kirkuk’s fall to the IOCs is that some of those companies have halted their works due to security concerns, since they are do not know whether there will war or not.

Is Saudi Arabia Pushing Israel Into War With Hezbollah and Iran?

Mediterranean Institute for Regional Studies

11/9/2017 7:31:00 PM

What connects Lebanese PM Saad Hariri's sudden resignation and Hezbollah's assassination threat with Saudi Arabia and Israel? It's all about Iran. But Israel must not be maneuvered by an impatient Riyadh into a premature confrontation
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