An armed attack was carried out against the house of PUK (Patriotic Union of Kurdistan) Politburo member Haci Mesif in Hewler (Erbil). A bodyguard is reported to have been injured in the attack.

Kerim Sermami, secretary of PUK Politburo member Haci Mesif, spoke to Rojnews about the attack. “Last night at 02.10, an unidentified person(s) commenced fire on PUK Politburo Member Haci Mesif's house,” he said.

“As a result of the attack, a bodyguard was injured and taken to hospital for treatment,” Sermami added.

Sermami said that Haci Mesif does not have any problems with anyone, therefore they do not suspect anyone for the time being.

While no group or person has claimed responsibility for the attack, it is reported that the perpetrator(s) managed to run away from the scene afterwards.