Nechirvan Barzani Condemns Terrorist Attack That Killed French Officer in the Kurdistan Region

ARK New.. Nechirvan Barzani, President of the Kurdistan Region, strongly condemned the terrorist attack that targeted a joint base of the Peshmerga and French forces operating within the International Coalition against ISIS in the Makhmour area last night. The attack resulted in the death of a French non-commissioned officer and the injury of several other French soldiers.

Barzani expressed his condemnation during a phone call with French President Emmanuel Macron on Friday, March 13, 2026. During the call, he extended his heartfelt condolences—as well as those of the people of the Kurdistan Region—to President Macron, the French government and people, and the family and comrades of the fallen officer who lost his life in the fight against terrorism.

“Our hearts are with them, and we wish a swift recovery to the wounded,” Barzani said. The Kurdistan Region president also expressed his gratitude for France’s continued support and assistance to Iraq and the Kurdistan Region, as well as for the sacrifices made by French forces stationed in the region.

Barzani stressed the need for the Iraqi government to fulfill its responsibilities by preventing such attacks and holding those responsible accountable, warning that such incidents could endanger the country’s interests and its relations with the international community.

For his part, President Macron thanked Barzani for his call and for the solidarity expressed by the people of the Kurdistan Region, reaffirming that France will continue to support and assist Iraq and the Kurdistan Region.

The two leaders also discussed the latest developments of the war and its repercussions across the region, emphasizing the importance of intensifying diplomatic efforts to halt the conflict and resolve disputes through peaceful means.

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