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Iraq · Leisure, Entertainment & MediaRudaw
Rudaw is a media network based in Erbil, covering the Kurdistan Region, Iraq and the Middle East in Kurdish, English, Arabic and Turkish, with live TV.
What it helps with
- Iraq news in EnglishDaily coverage.
- Security updatesIncidents and road closures.
- Live TVLive stream from Erbil.
About Rudaw:
The site has a live TV stream, news, analysis, interviews and culture, and a market section with currency, gold and silver prices. Editions exist in Sorani and Kurmanji Kurdish, English, Turkish and Arabic, and there is an app for iOS and Android.
Key Features:
- Languages: Kurdish, English, Arabic and Turkish.
- Iraq and Kurdistan: Politics, security and society.
- Economy: Business news and prices.
- Mobile app: News on iOS and Android.
How to Get Started:
- Open www.rudaw.net/english or install the app.
- Choose your language edition.
- Open the section you need.
- Turn on notifications for breaking news.
Before you use it
- Good to know: Use the market section for daily dollar, gold and silver prices in the Kurdistan Region.
- Limits: Compare reports from several outlets on political and security topics.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Does Rudaw work with a foreign bank card in Iraq?
- Not reliably — a foreign card may be declined. Check the notice above, or plan to use a local payment method.
- Is Rudaw available in English?
- Yes, Rudaw has an English-language interface.
- Do I need a local phone number to use Rudaw?
- No, an international phone number generally works for Rudaw.
- Do I need local ID or residency for Rudaw?
- No, Rudaw doesn't require local ID or residency for visitors.
- Where can I use Rudaw?
- iOS · Android · Web
- How much does Rudaw cost?
- Free