https://www.voanews.com/z/8549 VOA Kurdi content in English. https://www.voanews.com/Content/responsive/VOA/en-US/img/logo.png https://www.voanews.com/z/8549 en 2026 - VOA 60 Tue, 27 Oct 2026 13:21:55 -0400 Pangea CMS – VOA The crossing was closed Wednesday, October 21, until further notice. Iraqi authorities cited technical and security concerns, but the decision has drawn growing opposition from influential Iran-aligned factions within Iraq's political establishment. https://www.voanews.com/a/iraqs-closure-of-iran-border-crossing-fuels-protests/8215389.html https://www.voanews.com/a/iraqs-closure-of-iran-border-crossing-fuels-protests/8215389.html Mon, 26 Oct 2026 18:33:27 -0400 VOA KurdiVOA Kurdishwebdesk@voanews.com (Samira Ali Mandi) With a lull in the U.S. Iran conflict and the September completion of the withdrawal of American forces from Iraq, Iran appears to be increasing pressure on Iranian Kurdish opposition groups. https://www.voanews.com/a/iran-steps-up-pressure-on-kurdish-opposition-in-iraq/8213699.html https://www.voanews.com/a/iran-steps-up-pressure-on-kurdish-opposition-in-iraq/8213699.html Wed, 21 Oct 2026 15:59:38 -0400 VOA KurdiVOA Kurdishwebdesk@voanews.com (Samira Ali Mandi) Editor's note: this story was translated from the original VOA Kurdish article. The completion of Iraqi Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi's Cabinet has renewed concerns about the continued influence of Iran-backed Shiite groups in Baghdad, particularly following the appointment of a senior militia leader and U.S.-designated terrorist as deputy prime minister. But some political observers say the appointments could offer al-Zaidi an opportunity to consolidate his authority and gradually bring... https://www.voanews.com/a/8212092.html https://www.voanews.com/a/8212092.html Fri, 16 Oct 2026 16:02:47 -0400 VOA KurdiVOA Kurdishwebdesk@voanews.com (Samira Ali Mandi) A Syrian Kurdish leader says efforts to integrate their autonomous administration and military forces into the Syrian state have made progress, but uncertainty over Kurdish rights and implementation of agreements continues to raise concerns. https://www.voanews.com/a/syrian-kurdish-leader-cites-progress-in-integration-deal-but-warns-of-unresolved-issues/8210731.html https://www.voanews.com/a/syrian-kurdish-leader-cites-progress-in-integration-deal-but-warns-of-unresolved-issues/8210731.html Tue, 13 Oct 2026 10:38:11 -0400 VOA KurdishVOA Kurdiwebdesk@voanews.com (Ridwan Bezar) According to an official proclamation obtained by VOA, the first group of Kurdish families arrived in the United States on May 1, 1976. Many later settled in Nashville, Tennessee, while others established communities in cities and states across the country. https://www.voanews.com/a/nashville-honors-50-years-of-kurdish-community-in-the-united-states/8209670.html https://www.voanews.com/a/nashville-honors-50-years-of-kurdish-community-in-the-united-states/8209670.html Fri, 09 Oct 2026 16:07:10 -0400 VOA Kurdiwebdesk@voanews.com (Najab Balay) Under the new rates, the Central Bank will purchase U.S. dollars from the Ministry of Finance at 1,500 dinars per dollar and sell them to banks at 1,510 dinars. Banks will sell dollars to the public at 1,520 dinars. https://www.voanews.com/a/iraq-devalues-dinar-to-ease-economic-pressure/8208786.html https://www.voanews.com/a/iraq-devalues-dinar-to-ease-economic-pressure/8208786.html Wed, 07 Oct 2026 14:53:23 -0400 VOA Kurdiwebdesk@voanews.com (Samira Ali Mandi) Years after the territorial defeat of the Islamic State militant group, hundreds of Yazidis remain missing in Syria, an issue made more complicated by clashes earlier this year between the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) and Syrian government forces, as well as the closure of the al-Hawl camp. https://www.voanews.com/a/families-of-missing-yazidis-in-syria-search-for-hope/8208457.html https://www.voanews.com/a/families-of-missing-yazidis-in-syria-search-for-hope/8208457.html Tue, 06 Oct 2026 16:53:53 -0400 VOA Kurdiwebdesk@voanews.com (Emjad Kurdo) Editor's note: this story was translated from the original VOA Kurdi article. Iraqi Foreign Minister Fuad Hussein says the federal government is responsible for protecting the Kurdistan Region, as Iraq enters a new security phase following the end of the U.S.-led coalition mission in the country. Speaking to journalists at the Iraqi Embassy in Washington on Thursday, Hussein said Baghdad is also moving forward with a plan to bring weapons under state control and disarm armed groups by June... https://www.voanews.com/a/iraq-s-fm-says-protecting-kurdistan-region-is-iraqi-government-s-responsibility/8207229.html https://www.voanews.com/a/iraq-s-fm-says-protecting-kurdistan-region-is-iraqi-government-s-responsibility/8207229.html Sun, 04 Oct 2026 20:49:36 -0400 VOA Kurdiwebdesk@voanews.com (Samira Ali Mandi)