Northern Iraq chooses isolation
The voters in KRG-held areas vote today, Monday 25 September, on whether to secede from Iraq.
Referendum in northern Iraq receives no support from international community
ot only Turkey and countries in the Middle East including Iran and the Baghdad government, but the US has only spoken out largely against the proposed referendum in northern Iraq.
What does Turkey want in Iraq?
raq has lately been the focal point of world politics due to the discussions regarding the Iraqi Kurdistan independence referendum, which has been urged by the Kurdistan Regional Government (KRG).
Independence Vote further destabilize Iraq’s Domestic Politics
In light of all developments, last week Iraqi lawmakers voted to remove Kirkuk’s renegade governor, Najmiddin Karim, from office.
Northern Iraq proceeding to era of isolation
he independence referendum for Kurds in northern Iraq is set to take place on September 25 despite international disapproval.
Tensions rise as the referendum date gets closer: Northern Iraq
n 15th September, the Iraqi Kurdish parliament voted to hold an independence referendum planned by the Kurdish Regional Government (KRG), which is currently opposed by Baghdad, Turkey and the United States.
The Kurdish Quest for Independence in Iraq and its Repercussions for Turkey and the Region
s the referendum day is coming closer, the Kurdistan Regional Government (KRG) shows no sign of stepping back despite disputes within the region and a number of calls from the central government of Iraq as well as the major regional and global actors.
Seeking Independence in Northern Iraq, An Interview with Hemin Hawrami
espite criticisms from local groups and regional governments, on September 25, residents in the Kurdistan region of northern Iraq will vote in a referendum on whether they want to completely separate from the Republic of Iraq.
Intra-Kurdish Approaches to the Independence Referendum in Northern Iraq
he densely Kurdish populated areas of Iraq obtained political recognition and autonomy from the central government of Iraq with the 2005 Iraqi constitution.
National Reconciliation in Iraq: Opportunities and Challenges
31, 2015 the Iraqi National Alliance, a front of Shiite political groups, announced that they are in the process of drafting an important document called the “Historical Settlement.
Saudi Arabia’s Stance on Israel-Iran Escalation: War or Diplomacy?
In addition, the kingdom's proximity to conflict zones and the presence of Iranian-backed militias in neighboring Iraq and Yemen on Iran's axis of resistance pose significant security threats.
Pezeshkian’s Cabinet Faces Scrutiny Amid Escalating Regional Tensions
Instead, Pezeshkian suggested targeting Israeli-linked assets in the Republic of Azerbaijan or Iraqi Kurdistan, with prior warnings given to these countries to avoid escalating the conflict further.
Is a Regional War at the Door in the Middle East?
For this reason, Hezbollah in Lebanon, Ansarullah (Houthis) in Yemen, and the Hashd al-Shaabi militia in Iraq work with state and non-state actors who pursue positive policies towards Iran.
Turkey’s Defense Industry and Counterterrorism
Read: Turkey’s National Fighter Jet: Ambitions Materialize
The emergence of unmanned systems
The importance of armed and unarmed unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) becomes clear when considering the fight against terrorism, in general, and the geographical characteristics of certain areas in northern Iraq occupied by the PKK as safe zones.
The Houthi Gambit in the Red Sea: Victors, Vanquished, and What Lies Beyond
The American decision-makers used the same strategy in Yemen as in Iraq and Syria, namely, to use Shiite groups to eliminate Al-Qaeda and Daesh.
Understanding the Iran-Pakistan Standoff and Its Futility
It read, “Iran Hits Back,” with the caption “Missiles rain down on the headquarters of Mossad and terrorists in Iraqi Kurdistan, Syria’s Idlib and Pakistan’s Balochistan.
Deadly Attack on US Forces at Al-Tanf Raises Debates at Home
Read: US and Iraq to Talk on Transition from Military Coalition to Bilateral Relations
Iran denies involvement
The international community is closely monitoring the situation, with Iran swiftly denying any involvement.
An Army Like No Other: How the Israeli Defence Forces Made a Nation
The historical account traverses the IDF's evolution from the Nakba to conflicts in Egypt, Lebanon, Iraq, and Gaza, illustrating that the state of Israel has been shaped by its wars.
Turkey and Slovenia Dismayed by the Ongoing Gaza Genocide
Read: Allegations of Organ Theft by Israel Add Insult to Injury in Gaza
A geographical escalation
Highlighting the risk of a geographical escalation of the conflict, Fidan warned about recent incidents in the Red Sea, Yemen, Lebanon, Iraq, Syria, Iran, and Pakistan.
Pakistan Strikes Inside Iran, Escalating Regional Tension
Iran has been actively asserting itself in the region, launching strikes on Syria and Iraq before the cross-border incursion into Pakistan.
