Kurdistan Region Security Agency

The official X account of the Kurdistan Region Security Agency (Asayish).

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The Kurdistan Region Security Agency (Asayish) Announces successful anti-terror operations:

Between April 1 and April 27, 2026, the General Directorate of Asayish Operations carried out a series of targeted missions following precise intelligence exchange with Iraqi security agencies.

Total Arrests: 9 ISIS terrorists apprehended.

Locations: Sulaimani, Chamchamal, Sharazur, and the Raparin Independent Administration.

Status: All suspects are former active ISIS members and were captured following rigorous tracking of their locations.

The suspects are currently detained under Articles 2 & 4 of the Counter-Terrorism Law. Investigations remain ongoing as we continue to ensure the safety and sovereignty of our borders.
#Asayish #Kurdistan #SecurityUpdate #CounterTerrorism

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OFFICIAL ADVISORY: To all Media Outlets and Journalists Amid Reporting Regional Escalations within Kurdistan Region:

In the interest of national security and the safety of citizens and journalists, all media outlets are required to adhere to the following protocols during the coverage of recent events:

✅ Authorized Access Only: Do not approach or film security sites without explicit Asayish permission.
✅ Official Sourcing: Only publish information confirmed by official security sources. Do not preempt authorities.
✅ Restraint in Reporting: Avoid rushing to publish footage of targeted locations until verified.
✅ Combating Misinformation: Refrain from sharing false news or foreign propaganda that incites fear or undermines local stability.
✅ Upholding Neutrality: Media must reflect the Kurdistan Region’s neutral stance in regional conflicts.
⚖️ The Asayish Spokesperson is the SOLE verified source for all incident data.

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The Kurdistan Region Security Agency (Asayish) clarifies that the incident occurring at 7:40 PM tonight, February 18, 2026, near the Kalawanan checkpoint on the Dukan-Sulaimani road, was a traffic accident. Our investigation teams arrived at the scene immediately and confirmed that an armored Toyota Land Cruiser overturned and caught fire as a result of the crash. There were two passengers in the vehicle at the time; unfortunately, one person has died.

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KURDISTAN REGION SECURITY AGENCY
FEBRUARY 18, 2026

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Our agency (Asayish) has successfully concluded a high-priority security operation within Sulaimani Governorate. Following a period of rigorous intelligence synthesis and tactical surveillance conducted in coordination with Iraqi Federal security agencies, we have apprehended seven (7) fugitives wanted under federal terrorism warrants.

These individuals had infiltrated the region with the specific intent of establishing a clandestine safe haven to evade justice. Our General Directorate of Operations executed a series of precision strikes in January 2026 to neutralize this threat. All suspects are currently remanded in our custody, where they are undergoing formal processing pursuant to Article 4 of the Anti-Terrorism Law. We remain steadfast in our mission to protect the sovereignty and safety of the Kurdistan Region.

#Asayish #NationalSecurity #CounterTerrorism #Sulaimani #SecurityOperations

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The Kurdistan Region Security Agency announces the arrest of the leader of a dangerous international criminal network.

After months of continuous intelligence collection, surveillance, and cross-border coordination, the Kurdistan Region Security Agency, pursuant to a warrant issued by the Security Investigative Judge, carried out a high-level joint operation in cooperation with the Iraqi National Intelligence Service. The operation resulted in the arrest of the leader of an organized criminal gang affiliated with the internationally known “Foxtrot” criminal network, who was wanted under both domestic and international arrest warrants.

The network has been linked to multiple serious crimes across several countries, including organized criminal activity and transnational operations. Intelligence assessments confirmed that the group was planning to exploit Iraqi territory as a hub for coordinating and expanding its criminal activities.

The operation was executed simultaneously across several provinces to prevent escape or interference, demonstrating a high level of coordination and operational readiness between the involved security institutions.

The Kurdistan Region Security Agency reiterates its commitment to protecting national security, combating organized and transnational crime, and strengthening cooperation with national and international partners to prevent threats to stability and public safety.

KURDISTAN REGION SECURITY AGENCY
13 January 2026 #OrganizedCrime #Security #TransnationalCrime

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The suspect is currently held in Asayish under charges related to Article 25 of the Anti-Narcotics Law.

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In recent days, a report spread on social media claiming that the Hashd al-Shaabi/PMF committee in Sulaimani/KRI had arrested a drug dealer. This story quickly circulated, causing confusion among the public.

The Kurdistan Region Security Agency (Asayish) wishes to clarify the facts: these reports are completely false.

On 19 November 2025, based on verified intelligence, the General Directorate of Anti-Narcotics of the Kurdistan Region Security Agency (Asayish) carried out a planned operation in Sulaimani. The operation was coordinated with the Kirkuk Anti-Narcotics Directorate and the Iraqi Ministry of Interior.

A specialized team, led by the Director of the Kirkuk Anti-Narcotics Directorate and accompanied by three officers, worked directly with Asayish units. Together, they successfully arrested a dangerous drug dealer and seized 3 kilograms of hashish.

The suspect is currently held in Asayish under charges related to Article 25 of the Anti-Narcotics Law, and investigations are ongoing.

This operation was carried out entirely by official security institutions. Any claims of involvement by the Hashd al-Shaabi committee are false. #TwitterKurds #KurdistanSecurity #Asayish #AntiNarcotics #SecurityUpdate

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This letter details the coordinated operation of the Kurdistan Region Security Agency (Asayish) that led to the arrest of a dangerous drug dealer in Sulaimani on 19 November 2025 and the seizure of 3 kilograms of hashish.

It confirms that the operation was carried out entirely by official security institutions, and any claims of involvement by the Hashd al-Shaabi committee are false.

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Following the consolidation of intelligence, a joint operation was conducted on September 21, 2025, by the Region’s Security Agency, Kurdistan Commando Forces, and U.S. Special Forces in the Shwan area. The raid resulted in the discovery and dismantling of multiple terrorist hideouts and locations.

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The General Directorate of Asayish Operations, in coord. w/ Iraqi Intel & Kurdistan Commandos + US SOF, arrested 3 ISIS terrorists in Kirkuk & Sulaimani. Ops led to major sweep in Shwan (Kirkuk) on 21/9, clearing several hideouts. Detainees charged under Art.2 Anti-Terror Law. ➡️ Full details below — check thread. #Asayish #CounterTerrorism #Kurdistan #TwitterKurds

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All three individuals are former ISIS members who had re-engaged in terrorist activities and were actively promoting extremist ideology through social media platforms.

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Based on intel shared by Kurdistan Region's Asayish in coordination with Iraq’s MoI and KSA security, two major intl. drug traffickers were arrested in Medina, KSA. Authorities seized 142kg of crystal meth, valued at approx. $1.27M. The suspects, from Iraq's Salahaddin, used a Hajj/Umrah company as cover for six years. At KSA’s request, Asayish (KRSA) will send a rep. to assist in further investigations. ➡️ Full details below — check thread. #TwitterKurds #DrugCrime #Asayish #CrystalMethSeizure #DrugTrafficking #SecurityCooperation

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