The Dim Future of Kurdistan
The question of independence is a heated discussion topic in the Kurdistan Region of Iraq. Massoud Barzani, president of the Kurdistan Democratic Party (KDP), claims that the defeat of the Islamic State will change the map of Iraq and the Middle East and offer Kurds an opportunity to declare their own state. Setting aside questions […]
The Kurds’ Strategic Position in the Future of the Middle East
The Middle East has long been a region characterized by its complex ethno-political landscape and strategic significance on the global stage. Among its myriad ethnic groups, the Kurds stand out not just for their unique identity but also for their pivotal role in shaping regional geopolitics. Spanning across four nation-states—Turkey, Iraq, Iran, and Syria—the Kurdish […]
Kurdish Oil Exports to Europe
The Kurdistan Region of Iraq (KRI) is endowed with substantial oil reserves, positioned as one of the most significant oil-rich regions in the world. The region has emerged as a key player on the global energy stage, particularly in terms of its ability to export oil directly to Europe. This article aims to explore the […]
China-Kurdish relations
the relationship between China and Kurdish groups has been complex and influenced by various geopolitical factors. Here are some potential trends that might shape the future of China-Kurdish relations: Economic Interests: China’s Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) aims to enhance trade routes across Central Asia and beyond, which may lead to increased economic interaction with […]
?What is Turkey’s Opposition to NATO Enlargement Really About
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan’s choice to publicly derail Sweden and Finland’s NATO accession during an active war in Europe in order to wring concessions on the Kurdish issue from prospective allies reveals several important truths about the current Turkish government’s threat prioritization and views of Russia, NATO, and regional politics. Turkey’s Objections: Security Concerns […]
Dams Are Not the Solution to Water Scarcity in Iraqi Kurdistan
No country has been left unscathed by climate change. However, some countries feel its staggering impacts more acutely. Iraq’s climate is drastically changing, from record high temperatures in the summer to record low rainfalls in the winter. Desertification, water scarcity, and other impacts of climate change require immediate action. The Iraqi Federal Government and the […]
Turkey-Syria Normalization: Shared Hopes, Local Fears
military and intelligence officials from both countries met in Moscow to coordinate on security matters facing both countries. However, little progress has been made since then. Turkey has two priorities in dialogue with Damascus. The first is a collective fight against the SDF and its affiliated civilian government, the Democratic Autonomous Administration of North and […]
Erdogan Declares War on Kurdish Mayors, Again
On November 4, Turkish authorities removed the elected Peoples’ Equality and Democracy (DEM) Party co-mayors of Mardin, Batman, and Halfeti districts and replaced them with “trustees” loyal to the ruling Justice and Development Party (AKP). To date, a total of four DEM municipalities that the pro-Kurdish DEM Party won in this year’s local elections have […]
