The Office of President Masoud Barzani has strongly denied recent media reports suggesting that Barzani opposes the potential reappointment of Mohammed Shia al-Sudani as Iraq’s Prime Minister.

In an official statement released on Monday, President Barzani's Office labeled these claims as baseless and disconnected from reality.

The statement directly addressed the unverified reports circulating across media platforms and social networks, asserting that such misinformation is aimed at disrupting the positive diplomatic engagement between the Kurdistan Regional Government (KRG) and the Federal Government of Iraq.

The Office expressed concern that these false narratives could harm the growing cooperation between Erbil and Baghdad, which has seen recent progress through successful negotiations on key political and economic issues.

The denial comes at a critical juncture in Kurdish-federal relations, as both governments work to strengthen their collaboration on governance, financial entitlements, and security coordination.

The statement reiterated President Barzani’s commitment to promoting constructive dialogue and maintaining a stable political environment.

By refuting these allegations, the Barzani Office underscores the importance of responsible public discourse and calls for media outlets to prioritize accuracy in reporting.

The response also reaffirms the Kurdish leadership’s commitment to ongoing engagement with Baghdad, ensuring a cooperative approach to Iraq’s future political landscape.