President Nechirvan Barzani receives the Russian Consul General

October 1, 2026

President Nechirvan Barzani received Maxim Rubin, the outgoing Consul General of Russia in the Kurdistan Region, on the occasion of the conclusion of his tenure.

The President thanked Mr. Rubin for his efforts to further advance relations between Russia and the Kurdistan Region and wished him success in his future endeavors.

Mr. Rubin expressed his gratitude for the friendship and cooperation extended to him by the institutions of the Kurdistan Region throughout his tenure.

The meeting also addressed the latest developments in the region.