
Elections and Strategic Uncertainties for Iraq and the Kurdistan Region
The Political Storm Before the Ballot Iraq is once again bracing for elections amid a storm of rhetoric and strategic confusion. Former Prime Minister Nouri

The Political Storm Before the Ballot Iraq is once again bracing for elections amid a storm of rhetoric and strategic confusion. Former Prime Minister Nouri

On November 11, 2025, citizens of Iraq and the Kurdistan Region will head to the polls to elect the sixth session of the Iraqi Parliament

When you climb the winding paths of Azmr and reach its summit, an awe-inspiring panorama unfolds before you — a breathtaking blend of mountains, plains,

The Legacy of Sykes–Picot and the Forgotten Promises After World War I, the Sykes–Picot Agreement divided the vast territories once ruled by the Ottoman Empire.

Gold recently crossed $3,800 per ounce and traded near this historic high. The rise has been fueled by recent Federal Reserve interest rate cuts and

The Kurdistan Region, as a semi-independent entity, has several laws that theoretically guarantee freedom of expression, press, and access to information. Among these, Law No.
The BKI’s mission is to increase public awareness of Kurdish issues, protect human, cultural, and political rights throughout Kurdistan, support and develop Kurdistan’s civil society, improve and increase access to Kurdish cultural and educational resources, and advocate for effective solutions to Kurd-related issues. The Saladin Institute works in a variety of ways to achieve its mission. It conducts research on Kurdish issues, publishes reports and articles, organizes conferences and events, and provides educational resources on Kurdish culture and history. The BKI also advocates for Kurdish rights at the UK. government and international levels.