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Kurdistan Democratic Party Celebrates 79th Anniversary With Mass Wedding - Iraq

Brides and grooms sit in rows during a mass wedding ceremony on the historic Dalal Bridge in Zakho, Iraq, on August 16, 2025. The event, marking the 79th anniversary of the Kurdistan Democratic Party (KDP), was organized by the Zakho Autonomous Administration and attended by officials, community figures, and locals. Photo by Mohammed Majid/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Kurdistan Democratic Party Celebrates 79th Anniversary With Mass Wedding - Iraq

A bride takes a selfie during the mass wedding celebration in Zakho, Iraq, on August 16, 2025. The event, marking the 79th anniversary of the Kurdistan Democratic Party (KDP), was organized by the Zakho Autonomous Administration and attended by officials, community figures, and locals. Photo by Mohammed Majid/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Kurdistan Democratic Party Celebrates 79th Anniversary With Mass Wedding - Iraq

Newlywed couples walk hand in hand during a mass wedding in Zakho, Iraq, on August 16, 2025. The event, marking the 79th anniversary of the Kurdistan Democratic Party (KDP), was organized by the Zakho Autonomous Administration and attended by officials, community figures, and locals. Photo by Mohammed Majid/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Kurdistan Democratic Party Celebrates 79th Anniversary With Mass Wedding - Iraq

Guests fill the stands at a mass wedding for 90 couples in Zakho, Iraq, on August 16, 2025. The event, marking the 79th anniversary of the Kurdistan Democratic Party (KDP), was organized by the Zakho Autonomous Administration and attended by officials, community figures, and locals. Photo by Mohammed Majid/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Kurdistan Democratic Party Celebrates 79th Anniversary With Mass Wedding - Iraq

Brides and grooms sit in rows during a mass wedding ceremony on the historic Dalal Bridge in Zakho, Iraq, on August 16, 2025. The event, marking the 79th anniversary of the Kurdistan Democratic Party (KDP), was organized by the Zakho Autonomous Administration and attended by officials, community figures, and locals. Photo by Mohammed Majid/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Kurdistan Democratic Party Celebrates 79th Anniversary With Mass Wedding - Iraq

Newlywed couples walk hand in hand during a mass wedding in Zakho, Iraq, on August 16, 2025. The event, marking the 79th anniversary of the Kurdistan Democratic Party (KDP), was organized by the Zakho Autonomous Administration and attended by officials, community figures, and locals. Photo by Mohammed Majid/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Kurdistan Democratic Party Celebrates 79th Anniversary With Mass Wedding - Iraq

A bride sits beside her groom during the mass wedding celebration in Zakho, Iraq, on August 16, 2025. The event, marking the 79th anniversary of the Kurdistan Democratic Party (KDP), was organized by the Zakho Autonomous Administration and attended by officials, community figures, and locals. Photo by Mohammed Majid/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Kurdistan Democratic Party Celebrates 79th Anniversary With Mass Wedding - Iraq

Newlywed couples walk hand in hand during a mass wedding in Zakho, Iraq, on August 16, 2025. The event, marking the 79th anniversary of the Kurdistan Democratic Party (KDP), was organized by the Zakho Autonomous Administration and attended by officials, community figures, and locals. Photo by Mohammed Majid/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Kurdistan Democratic Party Celebrates 79th Anniversary With Mass Wedding - Iraq

Couples sit before the stage during a mass wedding ceremony in Zakho, Iraq, on August 16, 2025. The event, marking the 79th anniversary of the Kurdistan Democratic Party (KDP), was organized by the Zakho Autonomous Administration and attended by officials, community figures, and locals. Photo by Mohammed Majid/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Kurdistan Democratic Party Celebrates 79th Anniversary With Mass Wedding - Iraq

Newlywed couples walk hand in hand during a mass wedding in Zakho, Iraq, on August 16, 2025. The event, marking the 79th anniversary of the Kurdistan Democratic Party (KDP), was organized by the Zakho Autonomous Administration and attended by officials, community figures, and locals. Photo by Mohammed Majid/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Kurdistan Democratic Party Celebrates 79th Anniversary With Mass Wedding - Iraq

A balloon floats above the mass wedding celebration in Zakho, Iraq, on August 16, 2025. The event, marking the 79th anniversary of the Kurdistan Democratic Party (KDP), was organized by the Zakho Autonomous Administration and attended by officials, community figures, and locals. Photo by Mohammed Majid/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Kurdistan Democratic Party Celebrates 79th Anniversary With Mass Wedding - Iraq

Brides and grooms sit in rows during a mass wedding ceremony on the historic Dalal Bridge in Zakho, Iraq, on August 16, 2025. The event, marking the 79th anniversary of the Kurdistan Democratic Party (KDP), was organized by the Zakho Autonomous Administration and attended by officials, community figures, and locals. Photo by Mohammed Majid/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Kurdistan Democratic Party Celebrates 79th Anniversary With Mass Wedding - Iraq

Families and guests gather as couples take part in a mass wedding ceremony in Zakho, Iraq, on August 16, 2025. The event, marking the 79th anniversary of the Kurdistan Democratic Party (KDP), was organized by the Zakho Autonomous Administration and attended by officials, community figures, and locals. Photo by Mohammed Majid/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Kurdistan Democratic Party Celebrates 79th Anniversary With Mass Wedding - Iraq

Newlywed couples walk hand in hand during a mass wedding in Zakho, Iraq, on August 16, 2025. The event, marking the 79th anniversary of the Kurdistan Democratic Party (KDP), was organized by the Zakho Autonomous Administration and attended by officials, community figures, and locals. Photo by Mohammed Majid/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Kurdistan Democratic Party Celebrates 79th Anniversary With Mass Wedding - Iraq

Brides and grooms sit in rows during a mass wedding ceremony on the historic Dalal Bridge in Zakho, Iraq, on August 16, 2025. The event, marking the 79th anniversary of the Kurdistan Democratic Party (KDP), was organized by the Zakho Autonomous Administration and attended by officials, community figures, and locals. Photo by Mohammed Majid/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Kurdistan Democratic Party Celebrates 79th Anniversary With Mass Wedding - Iraq

A couple stands together as fireworks rise during a mass wedding in Zakho, Iraq, on August 16, 2025. The event, marking the 79th anniversary of the Kurdistan Democratic Party (KDP), was organized by the Zakho Autonomous Administration and attended by officials, community figures, and locals. Photo by Mohammed Majid/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Kurdistan Democratic Party Celebrates 79th Anniversary With Mass Wedding - Iraq

Guests fill the stands at a mass wedding for 90 couples in Zakho, Iraq, on August 16, 2025. The event, marking the 79th anniversary of the Kurdistan Democratic Party (KDP), was organized by the Zakho Autonomous Administration and attended by officials, community figures, and locals. Photo by Mohammed Majid/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Kurdistan Democratic Party Celebrates 79th Anniversary With Mass Wedding - Iraq

A Kurdish singer performs on stage during a mass wedding in Zakho, Iraq, on August 16, 2025. The event, marking the 79th anniversary of the Kurdistan Democratic Party (KDP), was organized by the Zakho Autonomous Administration and attended by officials, community figures, and locals. Photo by Mohammed Majid/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Kurdistan Democratic Party Celebrates 79th Anniversary With Mass Wedding - Iraq

Guests fill the stands at a mass wedding for 90 couples in Zakho, Iraq, on August 16, 2025. The event, marking the 79th anniversary of the Kurdistan Democratic Party (KDP), was organized by the Zakho Autonomous Administration and attended by officials, community figures, and locals. Photo by Mohammed Majid/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Kurdistan Democratic Party Celebrates 79th Anniversary With Mass Wedding - Iraq

Brides and grooms sit in rows during a mass wedding ceremony on the historic Dalal Bridge in Zakho, Iraq, on August 16, 2025. The event, marking the 79th anniversary of the Kurdistan Democratic Party (KDP), was organized by the Zakho Autonomous Administration and attended by officials, community figures, and locals. Photo by Mohammed Majid/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Kurdistan Democratic Party Celebrates 79th Anniversary With Mass Wedding - Iraq

Brides and grooms sit in rows during a mass wedding ceremony on the historic Dalal Bridge in Zakho, Iraq, on August 16, 2025. The event, marking the 79th anniversary of the Kurdistan Democratic Party (KDP), was organized by the Zakho Autonomous Administration and attended by officials, community figures, and locals. Photo by Mohammed Majid/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Kurdistan Democratic Party Celebrates 79th Anniversary With Mass Wedding - Iraq

A couple stands together as fireworks rise during a mass wedding in Zakho, Iraq, on August 16, 2025. The event, marking the 79th anniversary of the Kurdistan Democratic Party (KDP), was organized by the Zakho Autonomous Administration and attended by officials, community figures, and locals. Photo by Mohammed Majid/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Kurdistan Democratic Party Celebrates 79th Anniversary With Mass Wedding - Iraq

Newlywed couples walk hand in hand during a mass wedding in Zakho, Iraq, on August 16, 2025. The event, marking the 79th anniversary of the Kurdistan Democratic Party (KDP), was organized by the Zakho Autonomous Administration and attended by officials, community figures, and locals. Photo by Mohammed Majid/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Mass Wedding Ceremony - Iraq

Two couples walk side by side in Akre, Iraq on August 16, 2025. Akre hosted a mass wedding ceremony for 90 couples from Bardarash and Akre. The event was held on the occasion of Massoud Barzani’s birthday and the 79th anniversary of the founding of the Kurdistan Democratic Party (KDP). Each bride and groom received 10 million Iraqi dinars along with coverage of transportation expenses. Photo by Showan Sulaiman Ali/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Mass Wedding Ceremony - Iraq

Couples sit during the mass wedding in Akre, Iraq on August 16, 2025. Akre hosted a mass wedding ceremony for 90 couples from Bardarash and Akre. The event was held on the occasion of Massoud Barzani’s birthday and the 79th anniversary of the founding of the Kurdistan Democratic Party (KDP). Each bride and groom received 10 million Iraqi dinars along with coverage of transportation expenses. Photo by Showan Sulaiman Ali/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Mass Wedding Ceremony - Iraq

Brides and grooms line up during a mass wedding ceremony in Akre, Iraq on August 16, 2025. Akre hosted a mass wedding ceremony for 90 couples from Bardarash and Akre. The event was held on the occasion of Massoud Barzani’s birthday and the 79th anniversary of the founding of the Kurdistan Democratic Party (KDP). Each bride and groom received 10 million Iraqi dinars along with coverage of transportation expenses. Photo by Showan Sulaiman Ali/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Mass Wedding Ceremony - Iraq

Several newlywed couples walk along the road as women wave Kurdish flags in Akre, Iraq on August 16, 2025. Akre hosted a mass wedding ceremony for 90 couples from Bardarash and Akre. The event was held on the occasion of Massoud Barzani’s birthday and the 79th anniversary of the founding of the Kurdistan Democratic Party (KDP). Each bride and groom received 10 million Iraqi dinars along with coverage of transportation expenses. Photo by Showan Sulaiman Ali/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Mass Wedding Ceremony - Iraq

Several newlywed couples walk along the road as women wave Kurdish flags in Akre, Iraq on August 16, 2025. Akre hosted a mass wedding ceremony for 90 couples from Bardarash and Akre. The event was held on the occasion of Massoud Barzani’s birthday and the 79th anniversary of the founding of the Kurdistan Democratic Party (KDP). Each bride and groom received 10 million Iraqi dinars along with coverage of transportation expenses. Photo by Showan Sulaiman Ali/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Mass Wedding Ceremony - Iraq

Brides and grooms sit at decorated tables during a mass wedding in Akre, Iraq on August 16, 2025. Akre hosted a mass wedding ceremony for 90 couples from Bardarash and Akre. The event was held on the occasion of Massoud Barzani’s birthday and the 79th anniversary of the founding of the Kurdistan Democratic Party (KDP). Each bride and groom received 10 million Iraqi dinars along with coverage of transportation expenses. Photo by Showan Sulaiman Ali/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Mass Wedding Ceremony - Iraq

Couples walk in a line during the mass wedding ceremony in Akre, Iraq on August 16, 2025. Akre hosted a mass wedding ceremony for 90 couples from Bardarash and Akre. The event was held on the occasion of Massoud Barzani’s birthday and the 79th anniversary of the founding of the Kurdistan Democratic Party (KDP). Each bride and groom received 10 million Iraqi dinars along with coverage of transportation expenses. Photo by Showan Sulaiman Ali/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Mass Wedding Ceremony - Iraq

A bride and groom walk along the blue carpet during the mass wedding ceremony in Akre, Iraq on August 16, 2025. Akre hosted a mass wedding ceremony for 90 couples from Bardarash and Akre. The event was held on the occasion of Massoud Barzani’s birthday and the 79th anniversary of the founding of the Kurdistan Democratic Party (KDP). Each bride and groom received 10 million Iraqi dinars along with coverage of transportation expenses. Photo by Showan Sulaiman Ali/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Mass Wedding Ceremony - Iraq

Several newlywed couples walk along the road as women wave Kurdish flags in Akre, Iraq on August 16, 2025. Akre hosted a mass wedding ceremony for 90 couples from Bardarash and Akre. The event was held on the occasion of Massoud Barzani’s birthday and the 79th anniversary of the founding of the Kurdistan Democratic Party (KDP). Each bride and groom received 10 million Iraqi dinars along with coverage of transportation expenses. Photo by Showan Sulaiman Ali/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Mass Wedding Ceremony - Iraq

A newlywed couple share a moment at a decorated outdoor table in Akre, Iraq on August 16, 2025. Akre hosted a mass wedding ceremony for 90 couples from Bardarash and Akre. The event was held on the occasion of Massoud Barzani’s birthday and the 79th anniversary of the founding of the Kurdistan Democratic Party (KDP). Each bride and groom received 10 million Iraqi dinars along with coverage of transportation expenses. Photo by Showan Sulaiman Ali/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Mass Wedding Ceremony - Iraq

A bride and groom walk together along a decorated street in Akre, Iraq on August 16, 2025. Akre hosted a mass wedding ceremony for 90 couples from Bardarash and Akre. The event was held on the occasion of Massoud Barzani’s birthday and the 79th anniversary of the founding of the Kurdistan Democratic Party (KDP). Each bride and groom received 10 million Iraqi dinars along with coverage of transportation expenses. Photo by Showan Sulaiman Ali/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Mass Wedding Ceremony - Iraq

Couples walk in a line during the mass wedding ceremony in Akre, Iraq on August 16, 2025. Akre hosted a mass wedding ceremony for 90 couples from Bardarash and Akre. The event was held on the occasion of Massoud Barzani’s birthday and the 79th anniversary of the founding of the Kurdistan Democratic Party (KDP). Each bride and groom received 10 million Iraqi dinars along with coverage of transportation expenses. Photo by Showan Sulaiman Ali/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Mass Wedding Ceremony - Iraq

Couples walk in a line during the mass wedding ceremony in Akre, Iraq on August 16, 2025. Akre hosted a mass wedding ceremony for 90 couples from Bardarash and Akre. The event was held on the occasion of Massoud Barzani’s birthday and the 79th anniversary of the founding of the Kurdistan Democratic Party (KDP). Each bride and groom received 10 million Iraqi dinars along with coverage of transportation expenses. Photo by Showan Sulaiman Ali/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Mass Wedding Ceremony - Iraq

A bride and groom walk along the blue carpet during the mass wedding ceremony in Akre, Iraq on August 16, 2025. Akre hosted a mass wedding ceremony for 90 couples from Bardarash and Akre. The event was held on the occasion of Massoud Barzani’s birthday and the 79th anniversary of the founding of the Kurdistan Democratic Party (KDP). Each bride and groom received 10 million Iraqi dinars along with coverage of transportation expenses. Photo by Showan Sulaiman Ali/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Mass Wedding Ceremony - Iraq

A bride and groom walk together along a decorated street in Akre, Iraq on August 16, 2025. Akre hosted a mass wedding ceremony for 90 couples from Bardarash and Akre. The event was held on the occasion of Massoud Barzani’s birthday and the 79th anniversary of the founding of the Kurdistan Democratic Party (KDP). Each bride and groom received 10 million Iraqi dinars along with coverage of transportation expenses. Photo by Showan Sulaiman Ali/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Mass Wedding Ceremony - Iraq

A bride and groom walk together along a decorated street in Akre, Iraq on August 16, 2025. Akre hosted a mass wedding ceremony for 90 couples from Bardarash and Akre. The event was held on the occasion of Massoud Barzani’s birthday and the 79th anniversary of the founding of the Kurdistan Democratic Party (KDP). Each bride and groom received 10 million Iraqi dinars along with coverage of transportation expenses. Photo by Showan Sulaiman Ali/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Mass Wedding Ceremony - Iraq

A bride and groom walk together along a decorated street in Akre, Iraq on August 16, 2025. Akre hosted a mass wedding ceremony for 90 couples from Bardarash and Akre. The event was held on the occasion of Massoud Barzani’s birthday and the 79th anniversary of the founding of the Kurdistan Democratic Party (KDP). Each bride and groom received 10 million Iraqi dinars along with coverage of transportation expenses. Photo by Showan Sulaiman Ali/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Mass Wedding Ceremony - Iraq

A bride and groom walk along the blue carpet during the mass wedding ceremony in Akre, Iraq on August 16, 2025. Akre hosted a mass wedding ceremony for 90 couples from Bardarash and Akre. The event was held on the occasion of Massoud Barzani’s birthday and the 79th anniversary of the founding of the Kurdistan Democratic Party (KDP). Each bride and groom received 10 million Iraqi dinars along with coverage of transportation expenses. Photo by Showan Sulaiman Ali/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Mass Wedding Ceremony - Iraq

Couples sit during the mass wedding in Akre, Iraq on August 16, 2025. Akre hosted a mass wedding ceremony for 90 couples from Bardarash and Akre. The event was held on the occasion of Massoud Barzani’s birthday and the 79th anniversary of the founding of the Kurdistan Democratic Party (KDP). Each bride and groom received 10 million Iraqi dinars along with coverage of transportation expenses. Photo by Showan Sulaiman Ali/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Mass Wedding Ceremony - Iraq

A bride and groom walk together along a decorated street in Akre, Iraq on August 16, 2025. Akre hosted a mass wedding ceremony for 90 couples from Bardarash and Akre. The event was held on the occasion of Massoud Barzani’s birthday and the 79th anniversary of the founding of the Kurdistan Democratic Party (KDP). Each bride and groom received 10 million Iraqi dinars along with coverage of transportation expenses. Photo by Showan Sulaiman Ali/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Mass Wedding Ceremony - Iraq

Brides and grooms sit at decorated tables during a mass wedding in Akre, Iraq on August 16, 2025. Akre hosted a mass wedding ceremony for 90 couples from Bardarash and Akre. The event was held on the occasion of Massoud Barzani’s birthday and the 79th anniversary of the founding of the Kurdistan Democratic Party (KDP). Each bride and groom received 10 million Iraqi dinars along with coverage of transportation expenses. Photo by Showan Sulaiman Ali/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Mass Wedding Ceremony - Iraq

A wide view shows the mass wedding ceremony with rows of couples and guests in Akre, Iraq on August 16, 2025. Akre hosted a mass wedding ceremony for 90 couples from Bardarash and Akre. The event was held on the occasion of Massoud Barzani’s birthday and the 79th anniversary of the founding of the Kurdistan Democratic Party (KDP). Each bride and groom received 10 million Iraqi dinars along with coverage of transportation expenses. Photo by Showan Sulaiman Ali/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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ADDIS ABABA 2025-01-16Uganda Airlines Bombardier CRJ900 (5X-KDP) at Addis Ababa Bole International Airport.Photo: Helena Landstedt / TT / code 11980