Kurdistan

Turkey’s power game is maintaining control at home and beyond

Turkey is classified as a “brown country” with both democratic and authoritarian features, but democracy, legality, and citizenship rights effectively disappear in southeastern Turkey.

By LOQMAN RADPEY
13/04/2025
 Syrian Kurds hold flags as they gather after Turkey's jailed militant leader Abdullah Ocalan called

After 45 year, will the Kurdish-Turkish conflict in Iraq come to an end?

The jailed founder of a Kurdish nationalist group has called for the movement to lay down its arms, but Kurdish forces seem unwilling to as long as Turkish strikes continue.

By HUDHAIFA EBRAHIM/THE MEDIA LINE
26/03/2025
A Kurdish oil tanker is seen off the coast of Ashkelon

Iraq, Turkey talk on energy cooperation, oil exports, and trade ties

Talks in Baghdad focus on energy ties, oil exports, and water concerns.

By THE MEDIA LINE STAFF
18/03/2025
 The Kurdish victims from wax show scenes of the 1988 chemical weapons attack in the Kurdish town of

Kurdistan region marks 37 years since Halabja massacre

Kurdistan leaders mark 37 years since the Halabja massacre, demanding justice and recognition for victims.

Turkey’s old trick: Keeping Kurds off the new Mideast map

Strengthening ties between the Kurds and Israel could counterbalance Turkish and Iranian ambitions, promote regional stability, and redefine power dynamics in the Middle East.

By LOQMAN RADPEY
09/03/2025

What does call for disarmament of Kurdish militants in Turkey mean for Middle East?

The big question now is whether the PKK will actually heed this call by Ocalan and if PKK affiliates will agree.

Kurdish rebels declare immediate ceasefire after jailed leader's peace appeal

If successful, the move could have wide-ranging implications for the region, while ending a conflict that has killed more than 40,000 people.

By REUTERS
01/03/2025
 Syrian Kurds hold flags as they gather after Turkey's jailed militant leader Abdullah Ocalan called

Abdullah Ocalan calls on PKK to dissolve, regional leaders react

Regional leaders welcome calls for the PKK to lay down arms and dissolve.

By REUTERS
27/02/2025

Recognizing historical promise to Kurds secures strategic future for Israel

Under current considerations, Kurdistan is where Iran’s logistical access to its proxies can be disrupted.

By MEM HUSEDIN
03/02/2025

Iran continues to face resistance, increasing dissent at home

Iran’s regime now finds itself facing increasing dissent and challenges at home, with many groups opposing the regime.

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