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A New Battle for the PKK and the Kurdish Region

Aug 20, 2024

Dastan Jasim, a Kurdish researcher focusing on Iraq's dynamics, delves into the troubling alliance between Kurdish political parties and the Turkish military against the PKK. They discuss the humanitarian crisis affecting civilians and the broader geopolitical implications for the Kurdish struggle. The conversation highlights the dire situation facing Kurdish youth, including rising drug abuse and despair. Additionally, ecological and cultural attacks by Turkey and Iran are examined, revealing the urgent need for awareness and resistance among Kurdish communities.

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The partnership between the KDP and Turkish military against the PKK signals a dangerous shift in Kurdish political dynamics, undermining unity.

Turkey's increased military operations employing advanced drones have led to significant civilian displacement and destruction of Kurdish villages.

Political repression in Iraqi Kurdistan has escalated, with journalists and activists facing incarceration and violence for opposing the regime.

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Current Situation in Iraqi Kurdistan

Iraqi Kurdistan is currently facing significant challenges due to increased military operations by Turkey, particularly targeted against the Kurdistan Workers' Party (PKK). The Kurdish regional autonomy, established in 1991, has been frequently compromised, primarily due to pressure from Turkey and underlying international geopolitical interests. The intricate dynamics between the Turkish state, Iraqi Kurdistan, and the PKK reflect a long-standing struggle for Kurdish self-determination across fragmented territorial boundaries. Recent military actions by Turkey have escalated, leading to territorial invasions and significant civilian displacement in the region.

Intro

3min

Kurdish Struggles and Political Dynamics

19min

Ecological and Cultural Warfare in Kurdistan

3min

Political Turmoil and Youth Despair in Kurdistan

9min

Struggles of Kurdish Refugees and the Impact of Conflict

3min

Kurdish Struggles and Geopolitical Dynamics

19min

Gratitude and Transparency in Kurdish Discourse

5min

Today we speak to Kurdish researcher Dastan Jasim about the new front opened up in the Kurdish region of Iraq. The leading party of the Kurdistan region has teamed up with the Turkish military to drive out the Kurdish rebels of the PKK. In the process, many civilians are being harmed.

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