Kurds
Iran escalates drone attacks targeting Kurdish opposition groups in northern Iraq
The attacks have become increasingly deadly, with around nine people killed in July. Drone attacks were also launched by Iranian-backed militias from areas near Mosul, according to local officials.
It’s time Israel arms the Kurds and helps to bring about Kurdistan - opinion
Arab tribal ‘war tent’ raises fears of Kurdish-Arab violence in eastern Syria - analysis
Iraqi PM Zaidi's meeting in Iran tests delicate balance between Washington and Tehran - analysis
Justice in Baghdad: Iraq convicts notorious Saddam Hussein-era torturer
This step is important for Iraq because it continues to show that Baghdad can get some justice for victims of the Saddam era.
Who gets to belong? Palestinians in Syria confront old suspicions under new rule
Arrests, media attacks, and changes in official terminology have deepened anxiety among Palestinian refugees over their legal status and place in Syrian society.
Donald Trump 'very disappointed' with Kurdish opposition groups following US backing - analysis
Trump said he was disappointed, apparently referring to weapons transfers involving Kurdish opposition groups. He claimed that only “some guns with ammunition” had been sent.
Despite Trump statements, US president vetoed Kurdish uprising, sources confirm to 'Post'
Despite publicly blaming the Kurds, President Trump vetoed the idea of facilitating a Kurdish-led uprising against Iran, sources confirm.
Turkey’s changing regional policy is a sign of stability, but Israel is wary - analysis
Today, Ankara appears to have changed course. It backs the new Syrian government and has appeared to support the Syrian Democratic Forces’ integration into the new Syrian security forces.
Petty clashes over a sign in Syria risk snowballing into real conflict
Protesters in Hasakah and also in Qamishli object to the removal of Kurdish from official signs on government buildings.
Kurdish leaders in Iraq seek stability and influence under Zaidi government - analysis
Iraqi Kurdish leaders are seeking greater influence in Baghdad as Prime Minister Ali al Zaidi forms a new government amid rising regional tensions.
Iran continues to attack Kurdish groups in Iraq despite new Iraqi PM
Iran and its militias have carried out more than 800 attacks on the Kurdistan Region of Iraq since February 28, when the US and Israel began strikes on Iran.
Kurdistan Region hopes for stability with new Iraq Prime Minister
Iraq’s prime minister is chosen by Shi’ite political parties to reflect the fact that Shi’ites are the largest group in Iraq, while the Kurds receive the presidency.
Turkey’s approach to the Kurds shapes regional security dynamics - opinion
Ankara’s approach to the Kurds is deepening regional tensions and affecting Israel’s strategic calculations.
