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Kurdistan Chronicle is a monthly English-language magazine headquartered in Erbil, printed in the Kurdistan Region and the US, and distributed around the world.
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Issue 18 of Kurdistan Chronicle Magazine is now available. Subscribe by emailing us your information to receive a physical copy, or download a digital copy from our website.
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The first Kurdish Costume Festival known as “Shal u Shapik” was held in Zakho.
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Horse riding festival in Rawanduz, Kurdistan.
Video by: Karokh Tahir
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Kurdish Kakayis mark annual religious-cultural festival of Masti Qalat
📽️ Omar Aziz
#Kurdistan
#TwitterKurds
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Ahmadi Khani’s Mem u Zin performed at Mei Fest Spiele in Germany
📽️: Rawand Jawad
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Have you ever wondered how Kurdish cheese is produced?
Here is the answer ⬇⬇⬇
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Watch the opening of Kurdistan Chronicle’s first exhibition in Istanbul featuring renowned Kurdish artist Rostam Aghala.
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Watch hundreds of men and women gathering in a public park in the Iranian Kurdish city of Mariwan for morning workout.
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Kurdistan Racing Team secures 1st place with an extraordinary victory at the 2023 GT World Challenge Europe Endurance Cup finale in Barcelona, demonstrating excellence performance in the Pro-Am Class.
“This is just the beginning,” Kurdish-Spanish team leader
@isaactutumlu
says.
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Abu Dhabi University states that the competition serves as a platform for students to showcase their research projects in the fields of engineering, business, education, art, social sciences, natural and health sciences, and innovation.
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Ebrahim Karimi (
@ebi_karimi
), a Kurdish professor in the Department of Physics at the University of Ottawa, was recently awarded the Royal Society of Canada’s prestigious Rutherford Memorial Medal.
Read his fascinating story here:
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Watch Sheikh Mahmoud’s house museum, where the belongings of the first Kurdish king are put on display.
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Siggi, a former German politician, passed away in 2022 at the age of 68. His final wish was a testament to the deep bond he had forged with the Kurdish people: to have his ashes divided between Germany and Kurdistan, his first and second homes.
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Watch the story of the Ninja School in Kurdistan.
Established in 2017, it now serves over 200 students in Penjwen. Originally a form of combat employed by Japanese clans, Ninjitsu has now found a unique home in the Kurdistan Region.
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Kurdish Traditional Game Festival held in Halabja.
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Read the story of Naskeh Omar, a 26-year-old Kurdish artist who mixes different elements of nature, including plants and stones to create artistic masterpieces of the utmost accuracy and splendor.
Full article:
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Forty years ago, the Kurdish Institute in Paris (
@institutkurde
) was founded with one mission at its core: to promote Kurdish culture beyond the borders of Kurdistan.
Read this exclusive interview with the institute’s president Dr. Kendal Nezan.
LINK:
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“I experience two types of pain. A pain because I don't know what my people are going through right now… Second, there is the agony of my own illness. In terms of my illness, I've learned since childhood not to show pain," Barzani said.
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National Day of the Arab Republic of Egypt celebrated in Erbil.
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Did you know that polo has deep roots in Kurdish history and culture?
Explore the fascinating connection between the sport of kings and the Kurdish people in this captivating article by Ghyas Edden Hussein.
Article:
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“Even as my mother grieved the devastating loss of her beloved son Salah and her husband of more than four decades, she was more resolute than ever that Kurdistan would not bow down in the face of terror.” — By
@BayanRahman
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PM
@masrourbarzani
welcomed
@ittihad_en
and world-class footballer Karim Benzema.
Al-Ittihad and al-Quwa al-Jawiya are in Erbil for an epic AFC Champions League match.
Erbil is designated the home ground for Iraq’s al-Quwa al-Jawiya due to the stability of the Kurdish region.
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“I felt that I was among the people whose history is similar to mine so far as the fight for their own independence, freedom, or self-determination.” — Dr. Siyabulela Mandela
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On the 45th anniversary of the passing of Kurdish legendary leader Mustafa Barzani, who dedicated his life to the Kurdish quest for freedom, read this article shedding light on his last days.
Link:
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Founded in Istanbul in 1992,
@nubihar
Publications has been a cornerstone of Kurdish literature and culture for over three decades.
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The first Tahini festival took place in Amedi, Duhok province, celebrating the town's reputation for producing the finest Tahini in the Kurdistan Region.
Amedi is a key supplier, contributing over 200 tons of high-quality Tahini to both local and regional markets.
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PM
@masrourbarzani
laid the foundation stone of a solar farm in the Kurdistan that will become the largest of its kind in Iraq.
“We’re building more across Kurdistan,” PM Barzani promised.
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Whether you're seeking a peaceful getaway or a trip filled with adventures, Dukan Lake in the Kurdistan Region offers it all.
📽️ Muhamad Mrad Akoyi
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“I sent an official letter to the General Directorate of Syriac Culture and Art in KRG thanking them for their historic initiative to use our beloved Syriac language as the main correspondence language at their directorates in Ankawa.”
Read more:
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Meet Dr. Aram Ghalali, a distinguished Kurdish scholar at Harvard Medical School, whose success story inspires many around the world.
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PM
@masrourbarzani
inaugurates 'Kurdistan: Cradle of Peaceful Coexistence' conference in Erbil.
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Rayat Village along the renowned Hamilton road, Kurdistan.
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“The MyAccount project is an essential component of the digital ecosystem that was launched prior to tensions with Baghdad.”
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Check out the majestic Sakran Mountain views in Erbil province, Kurdistan Region!
📽️
@MohamadDargalay
🎼
@nahrozagros
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Kurdish Dance Festival
Duhok hosted the inaugural Kurdish Dance Festival, promoting cultural exchange and celebrating the diversity of Kurdish heritage.
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“When I was a child, I used to make sure not to waste a single seed when I ate pomegranate. As our elders would tell us, “there is no pomegranate on earth without a pomegranate seed from paradise in it.” —
@JanDost99
.
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“Yet Medreses have played an important role in the cultural life of the Kurdistan Region and have arguably helped to make Kurdish culture what it is today.” — by Michiel Leezenberg.
Read full article:
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As Kurdistan commemorates the victims of the
#Halabja
Chemical Attack, we invite you to read this article dedicated to the many women and men who continue to suffer from the genocidal attack 36 years later.
LINK:
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Witness the timeless bond between humans and nature in action.
Farmers harness the power of animals to to plow seep mountain farms in Kurdistan.
📽️ Muhamad Mrad Akoyi
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Renowned Kurdish poet Kejal Ahmed at Kurdistan Chronicle’s Istanbul headquarters was joined by other poets, intellectuals, and literature enthusiasts for a day filled with the essence of poetry.
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Pomegranate Festival in Erbil, Kurdistan Region.
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Located 3,150 m above the sea level, Bekodayn Pond is known as the highest tourist attraction in the Kurdistan Region.
📽️ Muhamad Mrad Akoyi
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The Kurdistan Region is gearing up to export a minimum of 100 tons of its finest pomegranates to international markets.
It comes after a landmark initiative by PM
@masrourbarzani
in 2022, marking the launch of the first exports to Gulf states.
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“I introduced myself as a Kurd and briefed him about Kurdistan. He said: You and I may not witness that day, but a new generation will come and enjoy freedom.” — by Wuria Karadagh
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“I make two trips to Kurdistan every year, during which I have undertaken numerous projects for the police and various organizations that are funded by my own resources and driven by my passion.”
Read Saman Hassan's story:
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Today, PM
@masrourbarzani
inaugurated Kurdistan’s largest steel plant, a mega project with a $300 million investment and a capacity of 700,000 tons. This initiative aims to meet regional demand and create hundreds of jobs.
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German Yezidi Kurdish author Ronya Othmann received the Usedom Literature Prize for her 2020 novel Die Sommer (The Summer).
Read more:
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Kurdish designer Lara Dizeyee has taken the fashion industry by storm, infusing her unique creative style with a deep love and appreciation for her heritage.
Read the full story:
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The well-known Kurdish soprano
@PervinChakar
will perform several concerts in Europe starting in March in memory of the Kurdish Princess Leyla Bedir Khan, whose grave was discovered recently in Paris.
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Read Kurdistan Chronicle’s exclusive interview with Abdullah Keskin, the visionary behind Avesta—the first "independent" Kurdish publishing house in Turkey!
Full interview:
@akeskinavesta
@avestayayin
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Farmers in the rural regions of Kurdistan gather to plow their lands in the rugged mountains, using basic tools.
Camera: Karox Tahir
Music:
@nahrozagros
Edit:
@MohamadDargalay
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Discover the enchanting Qaysari Bazaar in Erbil, one of the world's oldest covered markets!
Experience the rich traditions that define Kurdistan before they give way to modern shopping trends.
📽️ Samal Tofiq
🎼
@nahrozagros
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Erbil, Kurdistan
Chikiyan mountain covered with crown imperial
Video: Mohamad Mrad Akoyi
Music: Nahro Zagros
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Last year, Kurdistan Chronicle published the story of Shirin Khairo, a Yezidi survivor of ISIS who defied all odds to find a way forward.
Shirin graduated from
@OfficialAuk
this year and was awarded with the Honor of Resilience.
Read her story here:
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“The Kurdistan Region has a long and beautiful history of pluralism, making it a bright spot for religious coexistence among countries that have some of the worst religious freedom in the world.”
By
@nadinemaenza
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If you don't have a hard copy of Kurdistan Chronicle’s latest issue, no worries! We've got you covered with a convenient PDF version.
Enjoy the read!
Access the PDF version here:
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“Yet Medreses have played an important role in the cultural life of the Kurdistan Region and have arguably helped to make Kurdish culture what it is today.” — by Michiel Leezenberg.
Read full article:
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A fascinating blend of the past and present.
Discover the rich history of Dwin Castle in the Kurdistan Region of Iraq! Explore the ancient ruins that stand as a testament to the region's cultural heritage.
Video:
@MohamadDargalay
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The long wait is finally over!
The 3rd issue of Kurdistan Chronicle Magazine is available now!
Brace yourself for a collection of informative and captivating articles penned by esteemed politicians, writers, and journalists from Kurdistan and across the globe.
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“We carry a spark from the peshmerga spirit, that unquenchable flame that has powered generations of Kurdish fighters, a legacy of bravery and steadfast dedication to safeguarding our homeland and its people.” —
@Sazan_Mandalawi
.
Read more:
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The 16th Issue of Kurdistan Chronicle Magazine is available now.
Contact us via our official email address to subscribe for a hard copy delivered to your doorstep in Kurdistan, Europe, US, and Canada.
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The streaming service
@netflix
announced on April 30 that the documentary Secrets of the Neanderthals will be streamed on Thursday, May 2, and will focus on the Shanidar Cave in the Kurdistan Region.
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Featuring a map of Kurdistan with the names of all its major cities, the game’s purpose is to educate the younger generation and foreigners about Kurdistan.
Read more:
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In this article,
@JanDost99
delves into historical sources to discover the oldest maps that reference Kurdistan. The exploration begins with Ibn Hawqal, an ancient cartographer renowned for writing the famous "Sourat Al-Ardh" (The Earth Image).
Read more:
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In the Kurdistan Region, rice cultivation has witnessed a significant increase over the last decade.
Raniya has allocated more than 250,000 sqm to rice cultivation.
Fertile soil and favorable climate play a crucial role in supporting farmers engaged in rice cultivation.
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The goal of the archive is to digitize and make accessible key Kurdish materials from the University of Exeter’s archival collections, as well as to collaborate with other Kurdish archives and institutions.
Read more:
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Renowned for their syncretic faith, the Kakai Kurds embrace mystical practices and engage in spiritual rituals that are shrouded in secrecy.
Learn more about the Kakais in this fascinating article.
LINK:
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In her novel Seventy-four, Ronya Othmann revisits the Yezidis’ harrowing history of persecution, specifically the ISIS attack. The title references the fact that the attack by ISIS was the 74th genocidal campaign in Yezidi history.
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“Arkan had risked his life not once, but twice in an attempt to restore the cross as ISIS snipers shot at him. Nevertheless, he persevered, and the iconic photograph of him carrying the cross became a symbol of hope.” By
@GoranShakhawan
.
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Kurdistan Honey Wins International Apicultural Competition
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Since March 7, 2024, it is possible to translate posts on the social media platform X from Kurdish Sorani to English, thanks to the efforts of Kurdish language activist
@BokanKur
.
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Kurdish dancers win first place at World Dance Olympiad in Moscow, beating 60 groups from around the world.
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The Kurdish peshmerga forces have made incremental progress in warfighting functions and have taken significant steps toward reform goals, the Pentagon’s quarterly inspector general report to the U.S. Congress said.
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The primary focus of PM
@masrourbarzani
's participation in the 53rd World Economic Forum was to boost exports, expand trade relations, and diversify the Kurdistan Region’s economy, which has been traditionally reliant on oil — By Robin Bell.
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On March 3, KRG Prime Minister Masrour Barzani concluded a nine-day trip to the United States, during which he held meetings with senior U.S. officials, members of Congress, and Pentagon officials.
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Kurdistan Chronicle, in collaboration with İsmail Beşikci Foundation and Avesta Publishing House, is delighted to announce the forthcoming art exhibition featuring renowned Kurdish painter Rostam Aghala.
Join us for this exceptional event in Istanbul.
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Read this exclusive interview with Melis Kaya, in which Kurdistan Chronicle explored what Ahmet Kaya was like as a father, his feelings about literature, his relationship to the Kurdish language, his dreams for Kurdistan and the world.
Full interview:
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Meet Zak Moradi, the Kurdish-Irish athlete conquering Ireland's hurling scene! From a challenging refugee journey to sports stardom, his story is a source of inspiration for many.
Read more:
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Kurdish fashion designer Lara Dizayee has been appointed as Kurdistan's Cultural Ambassador for her remarkable contributions to her field.
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Kurdistan Potatoes Witness Soaring Demand in UAE
Video: Samal Tofik
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One pivotal influence in the region's rugby growth has been the Kurdistan Rugby Team, which was established in 2013 and has played a crucial role in promoting the sport, providing training opportunities, and organizing tournaments.
Read the full story:
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