Kurdistan Region Peshmerga Ministry warns personnel against sharing military footage online

ERBIL, Iraq — The Kurdistan Region's Ministry of Peshmerga has instructed its personnel not to share military photographs or videos on social media, citing security concerns. In a statement, the ministry said some social media pages and accounts have recently been requesting combat footage from Peshmerga officers and members, warning that such posts could compromise the safety of military operations. The ministry ordered personnel not to share any photos or videos taken in military uniform with anyone, particularly through social media platforms. It called on members to exercise the highest level of responsibility and caution on the matter, and to take care to protect both themselves and their affiliated units. No further details were provided on the specific accounts or individuals involved, or on any disciplinary measures related to the directive.