Kurdish National Council Issues Political and Organizational Decisions
ARK News.. The Kurdish National Council announced a series of political and organizational decisions in a statement issued on Monday, March 30, 2026, alongside discussions on key developments across Kurdish, regional, and international arenas.
Statement Text:
The General Secretariat of the Kurdish National Council held its regular meeting on Saturday, March 29, 2026, during which it reviewed a number of political developments on the Kurdish, regional, and international levels, in light of the rapid transformations taking place in the region and their repercussions on the Kurdish issue in Syria.
The meeting concluded with the following positions and decisions:
First: The General Secretariat commended the positive atmosphere that prevailed during March, as a month of Kurdish national celebrations, particularly the widespread festivities marking Newroz, which reflected strong public participation and a peaceful expression of Kurdish identity.
The Council considered that celebrating this occasion at the presidential palace carries important political significance, as a step toward constitutional recognition of the identity and national rights of the Kurdish people in the country.
Second: The General Secretariat strongly condemned the repeated attacks carried out by Iran and its affiliated groups against the Kurdistan Region, most recently the targeting of the residence of Nechirvan Barzani, describing it as a blatant violation of the region’s sovereignty and security.
The Council affirmed its full solidarity with the people and leadership of the Kurdistan Region, stressing that such hostile acts will not undermine its stability or its pioneering democratic experience. In this context, the General Secretariat expressed its support for peaceful protest demonstrations called for by activists across Kurdish areas.
Third: The Council expressed its support for the struggle of the Kurdish people in Iranian Kurdistan to obtain their legitimate national rights, emphasizing that the solution lies in building a democratic, pluralistic, federal state based on equal partnership, and breaking with authoritarian policies to guarantee the rights of all components without discrimination or exclusion.
Fourth: The General Secretariat stressed the need to implement the January 29 agreement between the Syrian government and the Syrian Democratic Forces, noting that it would contribute to stability across the country.
At the same time, it emphasized the necessity of moving toward a comprehensive and fundamental resolution of the Kurdish issue and ending all discriminatory policies against the Kurdish people. It also considered that Decree No. (13) represents a positive step in principle; however, ensuring rights requires its further development, institutionalization, and warning within a permanent constitutional framework that explicitly guarantees Kurdish national rights.
Fifth: The meeting underscored the critical importance of Kurdish unity in Syria and activating the role of the joint Kurdish delegation to prevent any single party from monopolizing decisions on key national issues, in line with the complexity of the current stage.
Sixth: On the internal level, the General Secretariat adopted several organizational decisions, most notably:
1-Approving the completion of all necessary preparations to convene the Council’s Fifth National Congress as soon as possible.
2-Approving the accession of the Kurdish Democratic Union Party – Syria (Al-Party) to the Council after fulfilling the required conditions, including changing its name.
3-Emphasizing the activation of the Council’s offices and enhancing their political and field performance in line with the current stage and its challenges. General Secretariat of the Kurdish National Council March 30, 2026
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Syrian Authorities Foil Smuggling of 450,000 Captagon Pills into the Country
ARK News.. The Syrian Ministry of Interior announced that competent authorities seized a shipment of narcotics along the border with Lebanon while it was being smuggled into Syria.
According to the ministry, tightened security measures along the border contributed to foiling the operation and preventing the shipment from entering Syrian territory.
For its part, Homs Governorate stated via its official Facebook page that the operation resulted in the seizure of approximately 450,000 Captagon pills, equivalent to around 79.05 kilograms of narcotic substances.
The governorate added that the seized materials have been confiscated and referred to the relevant authorities to complete the necessary legal procedures.
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Israeli Army Carries Out Military Operation Toward Lebanon from Mount Hermon
ARK News.. The spokesperson for the Israeli army announced the implementation of a cross-border military intelligence operation from Mount Hermon toward southern Lebanon, in what the army described as a first-of-its-kind move.
Israeli army spokesperson Avichay Adraee said in a statement that the so-called “Alpine Unit,” affiliated with the 810th Mountain Brigade, carried out the mission with the aim of thwarting attempts by armed groups to position themselves near the Lebanese border.
Adraee noted that the operation took place in rugged mountainous terrain, where forces crossed the border by climbing through snow from the Syrian side of Mount Hermon toward the Mount (Har Dov) area.
He added that the operation included sweeping the area, collecting intelligence, as well as uncovering military infrastructure and weapons belonging to what the Israeli army described as “terrorist elements.”
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US Condemns Attack on Nechirvan Barzani’s Residence as “Despicable and Terrorist”
ARK News.. The United States strongly condemned the attack targeting the private residence of Nechirvan Barzani in Duhok, describing it as a “despicable and terrorist” act.
In an official statement issued on Sunday, March 29, 2026, the United States Department of State denounced what it described as an Iran-backed militia attack, stressing that the assault constitutes a direct violation of Iraq’s sovereignty, stability, and territorial integrity.
The statement said: “These attacks do not only target the President of the Kurdistan Region, but represent a direct assault on the country’s sovereignty and aim to undermine the stability and national unity that Iraq needs.”
Washington reaffirmed its firm rejection of what it called “indiscriminate and cowardly terrorist acts” carried out by Iran and its affiliated militias in the Kurdistan Region and other parts of Iraq.
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Peshmerga Ministry Issues Directive to Personnel on Media Engagement
Welat TV – Erbil
The Ministry of Peshmerga Affairs has issued a directive to all officers and personnel of the Peshmerga forces regarding the disclosure of information to media outlets.
In a statement released on Sunday, March 29, 2026, the ministry announced that no member or officer is permitted to make statements to the media or publish information related to military movements and affairs without obtaining official approval from the relevant authorities within the ministry.
The General Directorate of Media and National Awareness at the ministry also reaffirmed, in a statement issued on Tuesday, March 24, 2026, that bringing media into military headquarters, filming defensive positions (trenches), and published on social media platforms are strictly prohibited.
It further stressed that providing any form of information or statements to the media by officers or Peshmerga personnel is forbidden, warning that violators will face severe military and administrative penalties.
The directorate called on citizens to report any pages or accounts publishing confidential information on behalf of “Peshmerga,” in order to take the necessary legal action against them.
According to the statement, media and awareness officers within military units, operations, and intelligence departments are required to closely monitor all movements of Peshmerga personnel and officers, as well as to disseminate and enforce these instructions.
The General Directorate of Media and National Awareness added: “We are closely monitoring social media platforms to detect any violations and will take military and legal measures in coordination with higher authorities.”
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Abo Gheit: Arab League Affirms Support for Security and Stability of Kurdistan Region
ARK News.. Ahmed Abo Gheit, Secretary-General of the Arab League, strongly condemned the drone attack that targeted the residence of Nechirvan Barzani in Duhok on Saturday.
This came during a phone call received by Barzani on Sunday, March 29, 2026, during which Abo Gheit affirmed the Arab League’s support for safeguarding the security and stability of the Kurdistan Region and Iraq.
For his part, President Barzani expressed his appreciation for the call and for the Arab League’s continued supportive stance toward Iraq and the Kurdistan Region.
The two sides also discussed recent regional developments and the repercussions of the ongoing war.
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Kurdish National Council Condemns “Sinful Attack” on Residence of Kurdistan Region President
ARK News.. The Kurdish National Council strongly condemned the “heinous attack” targeting the residence of Nechirvan Barzani in Duhok province.
Full text of the statement:
The Kurdish National Council strongly condemns the sinful attack that targeted the residence of President Nechirvan Barzani, President of the Kurdistan Region, in Duhok province, carried out by armed factions affiliated with Iran. This act constitutes a blatant violation of all international and humanitarian laws and norms, aimed at undermining the sovereignty of the Kurdistan Region, destabilizing security and stability, and threatening the safety of its legitimate institutions.
As the Council stands with the people of the Kurdistan Region and denounces this criminal act, it calls on the Iraqi government to assume its responsibilities by fulfilling its constitutional and legal duties, taking the necessary measures to deter these outlawed factions, and ensuring that such acts are not repeated.
It also calls on the international community, foremost the United States, to protect the people of Kurdistan, safeguard its security and stability, and take serious action to prevent any interventions or attacks that threaten the region’s sovereignty and the safety of its citizens.
General Secretariat of the Kurdish National Council in Syria
March 28, 2026
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EU Mission in Iraq and EU Embassies Condemn Attack on Nechirvan Barzani’s Residence
ARK News.. The European Union Mission in Iraq, along with embassies of EU member states, issued a joint statement condemning the attack on the residence of Nechirvan Barzani in Duhok.
Barzani received a message from Clemens Simmer on Saturday evening, highlighting that such “irresponsible violence” carries the risk of escalating the sensitive situation in Iraq, particularly in the Kurdistan Region, and stressing the need to hold the perpetrators accountable.
The EU mission and member state embassies expressed relief that no casualties resulted from the attack and reaffirmed that any assault targeting state institutions, officials representing Iraq and the Kurdistan Region, or diplomatic missions constitutes a criminal act that cannot be justified.
The statement concluded by urging all parties to support efforts for peaceful solutions within Iraq and to back diplomatic initiatives aimed at ending conflicts in the region.
Barzani thanked the EU Ambassador and member states for their condemnation and for supporting security and stability in the region.
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Kurdistan Democratic Party - Syria Condemns Attack on Nechirvan Barzani’s Residence
The Political Bureau of the Kurdistan Democratic Party – Syria condemned the terrorist attack on the residence of Nechirvan Barzani in Duhok, according to an official statement released on Saturday, March 28, 2026.
The statement expressed deep regret over the targeting of Barzani’s home by illegal factions, describing the attack as an affront to human values and the impartial policies pursued by the Kurdistan Region leadership to protect the Kurdish people and maintain regional security and stability.
It affirmed full solidarity with President Barzani and the wise leadership of Masoud Barzani, pledging continued cooperation in working for the Kurdish people and advancing their just cause.
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President Barzani: The People of Kurdistan Will Defend Their Peaceful Mission and Just Cause with Iron Will
ARK News.. Today, Sunday, March 29, 2026, Masoud Barzani issued a strongly worded message to the federal authorities, emphasizing that the Kurdistan Region continues to suffer from "ongoing injustice and attacks" by outlawed groups, and stressing that mere statements of condemnation and investigative committees are no longer sufficient to stop these violations.
Full text of the message:
In the name of God, the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful
The Kurdistan Region has never been part of the conflicts, tensions, and wars sweeping the region; yet, unfortunately, there are groups of individuals—unchecked by anyone—who focus their efforts on opposing the Kurdistan Region by all means. They continually attack the region and the Peshmerga forces without justification, posing a threat to the lives and stability of the Kurdish people.
Over the past years, these groups have attacked Kurdistan and Peshmerga headquarters dozens of times unjustly, using drones and rockets, causing the martyrdom and injury of many innocents. Since the start of this war, they have launched more than 450 missile and drone attacks on the Kurdistan Region and Peshmerga bases. During this period, our headquarters itself has been attacked five times, yet we remained silent to avoid causing alarm or anger among the public. Yesterday, they attacked the residence of the Kurdistan Region’s president in Duhok. This is not merely about one house or a single person—every inch of Kurdistan and every Kurdish home is of great value to us.
These attacks represent blatant aggression and gross injustice against the Kurdistan Region, and they must be decisively stopped. In truth, such matters cannot be resolved with statements of condemnation, phone calls, telegrams, or committees. It is now up to the Iraqi authorities to decide: either they acknowledge their inability to prevent these outlawed groups, or they intervene seriously to protect the state and take firm measures to prevent such brazen attacks from recurring in the Kurdistan Region.
Here, we affirm that the people of Kurdistan will defend, with iron will, their peaceful mission and just cause. No threat, attack, or enemy will ever be able to break this resolve.
Masoud Barzani
March 29, 2026
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