Should the world be concerned with Turkish interference in Syria

How much control does Turkey exert on the rebel groups?

A Soft Manifesto: Kurds and cultural diplomacy in a reshaping world

This soft manifesto explores the importance of cultural diplomacy in today's world, particularly for nations striving for recognition and influence on the international stage

What’s in a census? Kurdish anxieties about Iraq’s population census

In Iraq, a census is far more than a simple enumeration; it is deeply political. The 2024 population census has sparked concerns, particularly among Kurds, reflecting growing anxiety about their position and future in Iraq.

War Crimes Vs. War

The current ICC arrest warrant against Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu, implicating him in war crimes, comes during the war and with no attempt to collect direct evidence. This rush to judgment indicates more of a political move than an attempt to enforce justice.

What is next in US Foreign Policy

Now that Donald Trump has won the Presidency of the United States, there is concern around the world as to how America’s foreign policy will change. With wars in the Middle East and Eastern Europe, we can expect to see a number of changes

How wars cost female candidates in US presidential elections

Both female presidential candidates ran for the White House during critical periods of conflict in areas of American influence: the Syrian crisis in 2016 for Clinton and the events of October 7 for Harris

Understanding the meaning of Political Philosophy in the Kurdistan Region

Unfortunately, up until now some individuals lead big parties in Iraq and specifically in the Kurdistan Region with basic or limited understanding of political philosophy and express that to their audience through an attitude unbecoming of their status

A key to Kurdistan Region’s prosperity; why people chose PM Barzani again

Despite other parties employing strong rhetoric and antagonism in the campaigns leading up to the elections, the people of Kurdistan Region made their voices heard on voting day, renewing faith in a party and prime minister who have evidently delivered on their promises of prosperity and development over the past five years and have an admirable vision and plan for what the future of this Region should look like

Clarity in Kurdistan elections; as white as its mountains

Although the election period witnessed heated rhetoric and challenges among candidates and participating parties, particularly between the two ruling parties, the process proceeded without any obstacles or armed confrontations between the involved parties, including the ruling two.

Galawezh Cultural Festival; 30-years of creative history under threat