The initial results of the special voting are gradually being released by the media. So far, these results are from a limited number of polling stations, but the emerging trend is as follows:
- The KDP is overwhelmingly leading in Duhok and large parts of Erbil, while the PUK is dominant in Sulaimani and smaller PUK-controlled areas of Erbil as well as in Halabja. What stands out is that the New Generation Movement is competing strongly and at times surpassing the Kurdistan Islamic Union in Duhok. Additionally, the Halwest faction is gaining some votes, which, if this trend continues into the general elections, could potentially translate into seats for both New Generation and Halwest. This is particularly notable because the leading candidate for each faction is a former prisoner who was jailed for years by KDP security forces due to opposition activism and protests.
- In Sulaimani, where the PUK’s security forces are concentrated, Lahur Sheikh Jangi’s list is performing poorly. He had hoped to secure a reasonable share of the vote within the PUK’s specialized forces, given his former role as the party’s anti-terror commander and co-leader. However, most opposition lists are currently ahead of his People’s Front list. Overall, the Kurdistan Justice Group is also performing below expectations.
-40,000 votes cast by security forces in KRG elections have been counted
KDP: 51%
PUK- 23%
KIU: 5%
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