KRG EU Representative Praises Kurdistan24's International Media Role

ERBIL (Kurdistan24) - Dr. Delavar Khalid Ajgeiy, the Kurdistan Regional Government's (KRG) representative to the European Union, congratulated Kurdistan24 on its 11th anniversary on Saturday, Oct. 31, 2026, praising its role in making developments in the Kurdistan Region known to international audiences and providing news and information to the public.

In his anniversary message, Ajgeiy described Kurdistan24 as one of the Region's leading and trusted sources of information. He said the organization had established a prominent position in journalism over its 11 years of operation, particularly through its coverage of issues concerning Kurdistan and its communication with audiences beyond the Region.

Ajgeiy also emphasized the broadcaster's contribution to informing public opinion and conveying the voice of Kurdistan to the international community. His remarks focused on two aspects of the organization's work: informing people within the Kurdistan Region and making Kurdish perspectives and developments accessible to viewers and readers abroad.

The KRG representative extended his congratulations to Kurdistan24's management, journalists and other employees. He wished the entire team continued success in carrying out its responsibilities toward the people of Kurdistan and audiences around the world.

His message was among a series of greetings delivered by political figures, government officials and professional organizations as the Kurdistan24 Corporation for Research and Media marked 11 years since its launch. The messages addressed different aspects of its work, from journalism and public awareness to cultural affairs, social issues and coverage of the war against ISIS.

Karwan Stuni, official spokesperson for Hajj and Umrah affairs in the Kurdistan Region, marked the 11th anniversary and stressed in his message that Kurdistan24 has consistently played an important role in serving pilgrims from the Kurdistan Region and following Hajj and Umrah procedures through its responsible approach and sustained efforts.

The spokesperson explained that the organization has given particular attention to religious duties and to providing citizens with accurate and appropriate information.

Karwan Stuni thanked Kurdistan24’s staff for their continuous efforts and dedication, saying they have consistently served pilgrims and helped facilitate Hajj and Umrah procedures with a sense of national and religious responsibility.

Rasul Omar Abdullah, head of the Erbil branch of the Iraqi Importers and Exporters Union in the Kurdistan Region, sent congratulations to the channel's management, journalists and staff. He credited the organization with helping develop journalism in the Region while expanding public access to news and cultural information.

Abdullah said Kurdistan24 had become an important media institution through its contributions to reporting, public awareness and cultural understanding. He also acknowledged the efforts of employees working according to professional standards and principles of freedom of expression, describing their commitment to public service as deserving recognition.

The union's message concluded with wishes that the broadcaster would maintain its credibility and professionalism in the years ahead. Abdullah emphasized the organization's contribution to the Kurdistan Region's media sector and the work of its employees.

The anniversary also drew a message from Mustafa Özçelik, president of the Kurdistan Patriotic Party (PWK), addressed to Kurdistan24 Director General Shaho Tayib. Özçelik praised the organization's publication of news reports, investigations and documentaries, as well as its contribution to press freedom and freedom of expression.

He also highlighted what he regarded as Kurdistan24's role in encouraging tolerance, peaceful coexistence, democracy, justice and respect for human rights. The PWK president conveyed congratulations on behalf of the party's leadership, members and supporters to the organization's founders, managers and employees.

Dr. Jutiar Adel, head of the Kurdistan Region's Department of Media and Information, likewise congratulated the Board of Directors, management, journalists and employees. He said the channel's accurate reporting and professional journalistic practices had helped promote patriotism and a culture of coexistence.

Adel particularly commended what he described as the broadcaster's defense of the Kurdistan Region's constitutional status. He thanked its employees for their work and wished the organization further progress, emphasizing the relationship between professional reporting, public awareness and the Region's constitutional rights.

Xanzad Ahmed, Secretary-General of the High Council for Women and Development, addressed another area of the broadcaster's coverage. In her congratulatory message, she thanked journalists and technicians for their reporting on issues concerning women and families and for the attention given to social values.

Ahmed said: "Through your professional coverage of news and issues concerning families and women, you have played a prominent role in raising social awareness and promoting respect for social values."

She encouraged the organization to continue its activities in a modern and professional manner while serving the people of Kurdistan. Her remarks recognized coverage of issues affecting families and women alongside the broadcaster's wider news agenda.

Arian Salahaddin, Deputy Minister of Culture and Youth, drew attention to Kurdistan24's beginnings during the conflict with ISIS. He said the channel began broadcasting when the Kurdistan Region was fighting terrorism and recalled its coverage of the Peshmerga forces and their military operations under the leadership of President Barzani.

Salahaddin also cited the liberation of Sinjar and the defeat of ISIS, saying Kurdistan24 had contributed to reporting those developments and building national consensus against external threats. He credited the broadcaster with encouraging coexistence, social peace and political stability within the Kurdistan Region.

The deputy minister expressed hope that the organization would continue representing Kurdistanis at home and abroad. His message connected the channel's wartime reporting with its subsequent role in covering cultural, social and political developments.

Across the anniversary messages, the speakers emphasized different dimensions of Kurdistan24's work. Ajgeiy focused particularly on its international reach, while representatives of professional organizations and political parties highlighted journalism and freedom of expression. Government officials commended its contributions to coexistence, public awareness and coverage of issues affecting the Kurdistan Region.

For Ajgeiy, the anniversary was also an occasion to recognize the people responsible for sustaining the institution. He concluded by wishing the entire Kurdistan24 team continued success in serving the people of Kurdistan and maintaining its connection with audiences internationally.