Strategic Leadership at Davos 2024: PM Masrour Barzani and the KRG’s Global Impact
The Kurdistan Regional Government (KRG), led by Prime Minister Masrour Barzani, made a strong and impactful presence at the World Economic Forum (WEF) in Davos 2024. With the launch of the Kurdish House, the delegation emphasized Kurdistan’s growing role in international dialogue, economic partnerships, and investment opportunities. The KRG’s Prominent Role in Davos 2024 The […]
Investing in Iraq’s Education: The Key to Revival, Stability, and Prosperity
Iraq’s Rich Educational Legacy and Its Decline Iraq, once known as the cradle of learning since ancient Mesopotamia, had one of the most advanced education systems in the Middle East by the mid-20th century. However, decades of wars, sanctions, and political turmoil devastated this legacy. The Iran-Iraq war (1980–1988), the 1991 Gulf War, and years […]
Investing in Iraq’s Education: A Path to Revival and Stability
Iraq, once known as the cradle of civilization and a hub of learning in ancient Mesopotamia, has a long tradition of education. By the mid-twentieth century, it boasted one of the strongest educational systems in the Middle East. However, decades of war, sanctions, and political instability have severely weakened this foundation, leaving behind a struggling […]
An Unfinished War: Iran, Israel, and the Battle for Regional Power
Why Wars Begin Between States No war starts without cause. Conflicts between nations are rooted in unresolved problems, competing goals, and the failure of dialogue. When diplomacy collapses, war becomes the chosen path. Since the fall of the Shah and the rise of the clerical regime in Tehran, Iran and Israel have been locked in […]
Prime Minister Barzani’s U.S. Mission: A Strategic Leap for Kurdistan’s Future
Introduction In May 2025, Kurdistan Region Prime Minister Masrour Barzani arrived in Washington for one of the most important diplomatic missions in Kurdistan’s modern history. His visit exceeded expectations, strengthening the Kurdistan Regional Government’s (KRG) ties with the United States and opening the door for new energy partnerships that could reshape Iraq’s federal balance. Kurdistan […]
Law or Politics? Examining the Intervention of Iraqi and Kurdistan Region Administrations
Introduction: The Ongoing Struggle Between Law and Power The political and legal relationship between Baghdad and the Kurdistan Region of Iraq (KRI) has long been marked by ambiguity, tension, and cycles of conflict. Unless Iraq’s constitutional uncertainties are resolved and there is genuine political will for power-sharing, disputes will continue to surface—shifting from legal interpretations […]
Why Don’t the PUK and KDP Agree?
Post-Election Deadlock in Kurdistan After the Kurdistan parliamentary elections in October last year, concerns quickly arose about the distribution of seats and the difficulty of forming a government. I predicted that the Patriotic Union of Kurdistan (PUK) and the Kurdistan Democratic Party (KDP) might delay cabinet formation until the 2025 parliamentary elections—potentially pushing the establishment […]
The War After the War: Why Remembering Heals
Trauma Does Not End When the War Ends A war does not finish with the last shot. Silence after conflict is never truly silent—it echoes in the minds and bodies of survivors. The real battle begins when the noise fades: in restless dreams, in trembling hands, in fragile families, and in the shadows of collective […]
Syria’s Economy: Opportunities & Threats
Overview Syria’s economy is entering a decisive—yet uncertain—phase. A decade of conflict has left deep structural scars, while the current leadership, led by interim President Ahmed Shara, signals a new plan for recovery. Remittances from Syrians abroad, promised Gulf investments, and revived trade with neighbors offer fresh momentum. But the gaps—weak institutions, damaged infrastructure, and […]
Suwayda; Israel’s disrespect and the armed forces’ lack of morale
Overview This opinion addresses two intertwined themes that sit in different realms: the geopolitics of southern Syria and the ethics of religious conduct. It argues that human dignity and international norms have been violated by Israeli policy, while also critiquing behaviors that echo the extremism Syrians rejected. How Did the Suwayda Conflict Escalate? According to […]
