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809 Drone and Missile Attacks Target the Kurdistan Region

The Kurdistan Region recorded 809 drone and missile attacks between February 28 and April 20, 2026. KRG data says 20 civilians were killed and 123 others were injured.

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The Kurdistan Region attacks between February 28 and April 20, 2026, killed 20 civilians and injured 123 others, according to data from the Kurdistan Regional Government’s Department of Media and Information.

The report said 809 drone and missile attacks struck several areas of the Kurdistan Region during that period. It said civilians and private businesses suffered the heaviest losses, despite the Kurdistan Region’s stated neutrality in regional conflicts.

Erbil Records the Highest Number of Attacks

Erbil Governorate faced the largest share, with 477 attacks. These included 419 drone strikes and 58 missile strikes.

The attacks killed 10 civilians and injured 83 others. The report also said 726 residents suffered damage to homes, vehicles, and businesses.

Slemani, Halabja, Soran, and Duhok Also Hit

Slemani and Halabja recorded 235 attacks, including 194 drone strikes and 41 missile strikes. Three civilians were killed and six were injured.

Soran district was hit 68 times, with 59 drone attacks and nine missile strikes. Seven civilians were killed and 34 were injured.

Duhok Governorate recorded 29 drone attacks. Private sector companies were targeted more than 13 times, with damage also reported in residential areas.

The KRG report said many attacks struck civilian areas under unfounded claims. It also said a formal request was sent to Baghdad to hold those responsible accountable and protect the sovereignty of Iraq and the Kurdistan Region.

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Soran Ari

Soran Ari is the founder and editor of Kurdish Weekly and a digital media entrepreneur. He holds a Bachelor’s degree in English Language and Literature from Queen's University and a diploma in Health, Wellness, and Fitness from Mohawk College. He covers Kurdish affairs and global news with a focus on impactful, community-driven reporting, and is also the creator of the ESL Kurd language learning app.

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