Kurdish News

Agit Kabayel: The First Kurdish World Heavyweight Champion in Boxing History

Agit Kabayel is the first Kurdish world heavyweight champion in history, taking the WBC title in June 2026 after Oleksandr Usyk vacated his belts.

Forty Years of Fire and Blood: Why Turkey’s Peace Process Is a Kurdish Political Victory

After four decades of conflict, Turkey’s renewed peace process shows that the Kurdish question cannot be solved by force.

Latest Kurdish News: Drones Over Erbil, Baghdad Talks, Kirkuk Jobs Crisis and a Region Waiting for Stability

A better-formatted Kurdish news round-up for 9 June 2026 covering Kurdistan Region security, Baghdad-Erbil disputes, Kirkuk, Rojava, Bakur and the diaspora.

Kurdish News Weekly: Books, Diplomacy, Air Defense, and the Northern Oil Route

This weekly Kurdish news roundup covers Erbil’s first Kurdish book fair, France’s support for Kurdistan’s stability, Peshmerga air-defense gaps, the KRG environmental crackdown, Erbil-Baghdad oil-export urgency, and the continuing need for diplomacy during regional crisis.

Kurdish News Weekly: Eid Tourism, Rojava Representation, and the Peace Process Debate

This weekly Kurdish news roundup covers Kurdistan Region Eid tourism, Iraq’s armed-groups debate, Syrian Kurdish representation concerns, Öcalan’s call for a legal framework in Turkey’s peace process, human-rights pressure in Rojhelat, and renewed discussion of U.S.-Kurdish policy.

Kurdish News Weekly: Baghdad Talks, Drone Strikes, and Kurdish Cultural Visibility

This weekly Kurdish news roundup covers Masrour Barzani’s Baghdad visit, Erbil-Baghdad disputes over salaries and oil, new drone attacks on Iranian Kurdish parties, border-security diplomacy with Iran, the Kurdistan Region’s parliamentary deadlock, Iraq’s Hormuz-linked financial crisis, and Kurdish cinema’s growing diaspora presence.

Kurdish News Weekly: Rojava Citizenship, Afrin Returns, and Security Pressures on the Kurdistan Region

This week’s Kurdish news roundup examines Syrian Kurdish citizenship applications, Rojava electoral representation, Afrin family returns, Iranian attacks on the Kurdistan Region, and renewed debate over Kurdish opposition groups and U.S.-Kurdish relations.

Kurdish World in Crisis: Drone Strikes, Rojava, and Iraq’s New President — April 2026

 Overview April 2026 has brought a cascade of consequential developments across the Kurdish world. Iranian drones are striking exile camps in Iraqi Kurdistan with renewed intensity, the last American soldiers have withdrawn from Rojava leaving the Kurdish SDF exposed, a Kurdish politician has been elected as Iraq's president ending months of political deadlock, and jailed Kurdish politicians in Turkey are signalling a new chapter in the peace process debate. This briefing covers all major storie

Kurdish News Briefing — April 23, 2026: Drone Strikes, Rojava’s Uncertain Future & Iraq’s New President

 Introduction April 23, 2026. The Kurdish world wakes to a week of consequence. Iranian drones continue to rain down on exile camps in Iraqi Kurdistan, as the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps escalates its campaign against opposition groups it accuses of serving Western and Israeli interests. In Syria, the last U.S. soldier has departed Rojava, bringing a decade-long American military presence to an end and leaving the Kurdish SDF to navigate an uncertain future under a Syrian government backed

Kurdish News Roundup: Budget Pressure, Regional Diplomacy, and the Push for Kurdish Unity

A 1,000+ word Kurdish news roundup covering budget tensions between Erbil and Baghdad, regional diplomacy, Kurdish unity, and the key developments readers should watch next.

Kurdish News Briefing: IRGC Drone Strikes, U.S. Exits Rojava & Kurdish President Elected in Iraq — April 22, 2

 Introduction April 22, 2026. For the Kurdish people, this week has brought both loss and consequence. Iranian drone attacks continue to target Kurdish opposition camps in the Kurdistan Region of Iraq, killing Peshmerga fighters. In Syria, the U.S. has completed its final withdrawal from the last military bases it held in Rojava, leaving the Kurdish SDF to navigate an uncertain future under a new Syrian government backed by Turkey. And in Iraq, the election of a Kurdish politician as president h

The Spirit of April 19: From Ancient Festivals to Modern Resilience in Kurdish History

Table of Contents1. [Introduction](#introduction)2. [Red Wednesday: The Sacred Yezidi New Year](#red-wednesday-the-sacred-yezidi-new-year)3. [Historical Diplomacy: The Kissinger Authorizations of 1972](#historical-diplomacy-the-kissinger-authorizations-of-1972)4. [The 1991 Exodus: A Legacy of Survival](#the-1991-exodus-a-legacy-of-survival)5. [Contemporary Context: April 19, 2026](#contemporary-context-april-19-2026)6. [Conclusion: The Unyielding Kurdish Identity](#conclusion-the-unyielding-kurd

The Enduring Spirit: Kurdish Resilience on April 19, 2026

April 18: A Day of Survival, Diplomacy, and Unyielding Resilience in Kurdish History

A comprehensive look at Kurdish history on April 18, focusing on the 1991 uprising and contemporary resilience.

Kurdish Resilience: Navigating Geopolitical Currents and Historical Echoes on April 18, 2026

Explore the latest Kurdish news on April 18, 2026, including drone attacks in Iraqi Kurdistan, regional political shifts, and historical reflections.

Kurdish History: A Day of Remembrance, Resilience, and Renewed Hope

Kurdish History: A Day of Remembrance, Resilience, and Renewed HopeDate: April 17, 2026Authors: Rezan BabakirCategory: Kurdish News---Table of Contents1. Introduction2. Historical Foundations: April 17 through the Decades3. The Shadow of the Anfal Campaign4. Syria’s Independence Day and the Kurdish Struggle5. Current News: Security and Diplomacy on April 17, 20266. Cultural Resilience: Celebrating Kurdish Heritage7. Conclusion: The Path Forward---IntroductionApril 17 stands as a poignant date in

April 17: A Day of Cultural Renewal and Historical Reflection in Kurdistan

April 17, 2026, marks a significant intersection of Kurdish history and contemporary cultural expression. While the Kurdish people have long been defined by their struggles for autonomy and recognition, today serves as a reminder of their enduring spirit and the growing international solidarity for their cause.The Kurdish Culture Festival: A New Chapter in WarsawOne of the most prominent events occurring today is the commencement of the "Kurdish Sun in Spring" festival in Warsaw, Poland. Organiz

Abdullah Ocalan Arrest - Israel and Mossad

Explore the historical impact of Abdullah Ocalan's arrest and the role of Israel and Mossad. Discover insights on Abdullah Ocalan Arrest now!

April 15: A Day of Enduring Struggle and Resilience in Kurdish History

Explore the historical significance of April 15th in Kurdish history, from the devastating 1987 chemical attack in Balisan and Sheikh Wasan to the recent drone strikes targeting Kurdish groups in Iraq, highlighting the ongoing challenges and resilience of the Kurdish people.

Kurdish Resilience: From the Trenches of Mount Azmar to the Halls of Baghdad

Kurdish Resilience: From the Trenches of Mount Azmar to the Halls of BaghdadTable of Contents1. Introduction2. The Defensive Battle of Mount Azmar (April 13, 1991)3. The Legacy of Operation Provide Comfort4. The 31 March Incident and the Kurdish Press5. Contemporary Political Challenges: April 13, 20266. The Call for Kurdish Unity in Rojava7. Conclusion---IntroductionThe history of the Kurdish people is often characterized by a profound sense of resilience, a struggle for self-determination that

Kurdish Resilience: Navigating Historical Challenges and Contemporary Dynamics on April 12, 2026

Explore the historical significance of April 12 in Kurdish history, from pivotal battles and genocidal campaigns to the founding of the Kurdish Parliament in Exile, alongside contemporary political developments.

April 11: A Day of Liberation and Renewed Struggle in Kurdish History

Explore the significance of April 11 in Kurdish history, from the 2003 liberation of Kirkuk to the ongoing 2026 Kurdish-Iranian crisis and the fight for self-determination.

MARK SLAPINSKI – CANADA’S MAPLE-SYRUP-SOAKED TURKISH GENOCIDE FANBOY WHO’D SELL HIS OWN GRANDMA FOR A RETWEET

April 10, 2026OH. MY. GOD.Look at this absolute clown in the screenshot.Canadian “journalist” Mark Slapinski (verified blue check, because of course he is) posts a thirst trap selfie and whines like a lovestruck teenager:“I’m going to be HONEST I love the people of Türkiye But do the people of Türkiye love me, too?”The Turkish state propaganda outlet Türkiye Haber Ajansı (THA) immediately jumps in like a paid escort and blasts his quotes all over the internet, complete with his glossy headshot (

A Day of Liberation and Resilience: Reflecting on April 10 in Kurdish History

Discover the historical significance of April 10 in Kurdish history, from the 2003 liberation of Kirkuk to the 1991 refugee crisis and the birth of international protection for Kurds.