Mahmoud Mohammed: Returning to Elections Is the Solution if an Agreement Cannot Be Reached

ARK News.. The spokesperson for the Kurdistan Democratic Party (KDP) has affirmed that the outstanding issues between the Kurdistan Region and the federal government remain on the dialogue table, stressing that the party has a clear and specific vision regarding the disputed issues and the challenges facing the Region.

Speaking at a press conference held on Tuesday, June 2, 2026, Mahmoud Mohammed said that the Kurdistan Democratic Party believes that differences with Baghdad should be resolved through dialogue and mutual understanding, despite the complexities and challenges facing the Kurdistan Region at the current stage.

Regarding political movements and anticipated meetings with political parties and forces, he explained that there is a practical program of visits and meetings, noting that what President Masoud Barzani announced in this regard will be translated into concrete steps over the coming days.

On relations with the Patriotic Union of Kurdistan (PUK), the KDP spokesperson revealed that no date has yet been set for a new meeting between the two sides, while emphasizing that political contacts among various parties are continuing.

He also addressed the visit of the Kurdistan Democratic Party delegation to the Kurdistan Islamic Union, expressing support for initiatives aimed at bringing political viewpoints closer together. He stated that the party seeks to ensure that all parties, whether participating in government or in opposition, assume their responsibilities in protecting the achievements of the Kurdistan Region and defending its interests.

Mahmoud Mohammed expressed optimism about the possibility of reaching political understandings in the coming period, which would help ease the political and economic burdens borne by citizens in the region, stressing that dialogue remains the best path for resolving disputed issues.

The KDP spokesperson added that the people of Kurdistan cast their votes for political parties in order to establish the region's institutions, including the parliament, government, and presidency of the region, warning that the continuation of the political deadlock and the failure to reach agreements could lead to the option of returning to elections.

Mahmoud Mohammed further noted that all political forces agree on the need to find solutions to the existing problems, but that differences lie in the mechanisms of implementation and political perspectives, emphasizing that the public interest requires greater cooperation and understanding among all parties.

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