UN concerned over alleged Iraqi abuse of Kurds in Kirkuk
About 100,000 Kurds have fled the Kirkuk region since it was retaken by Iraqi forces from the Kurdistan Regional Government (KRG).
19 Oct 2017
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About 100,000 Kurds have fled the Kirkuk region since it was retaken by Iraqi forces from the Kurdistan Regional Government (KRG).