Trump and Xi Jingping summit: How are the United States and China redefining their relationship?

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As tensions over trade, Taiwan, technology, and global influence intensify, the meeting between Donald Trump and Xi Jinping may determine the future balance of power between Washington and Beijing. By Dr. Pshtiwan Faraj | Sulaimani, Iraq | 13 May 2026 — Kurdish Policy Analysis "We don't have permanent allies and we don't have permanent enemies, only our interests are permanent, and we have to follow them." – Henry John Temple. The root of the current Strait of Hormuz tensions is not only about shipping routes or oil prices, but also about the final collapse of the historical US concept towards Beijing. However, the 2025 National Security Strategy, released by the White House in November, says this was a historic mistake because China used the assets it accumulated to strengthen itself and compete with the West, not to become their partner. For many years, the United States alone maintained maritime security; The fifth US ship in Manama, Bahrain, worked only to keep o...
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8 Steps That Could Make East Kurdistan a Free Nation

    A roadmap for survival, justice, and sovereignty for the Kurdish people under international law

By Kurdish Policy Analysis

Rojhalat, the colloquial name for East Kurdistan stands at a pivotal moment. The Kurdish people have long endured oppression, marginalization, and denial of their basic rights. Today, there are eight essential steps that must be taken to secure the survival, dignity, and freedom of the Eastern Kurdish population. These are not requests—they are rights guaranteed under international law.

1. Right to Life and Security

The establishment of a no-fly zone and a buffer zone free from Turkish military presence is fundamental. Protecting civilians’ lives must be the first priority, guided by Article 3 of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights and Article 6 of the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights (ICCPR). The 1991 South Kurdistan no-fly zone offers a successful precedent.

2. Right to Self-Determination

East Kurdistan must have the legal and political support to hold a referendum on its future, fully supervised by international observers. This right is enshrined in Article 1 of the UN Charter, as seen in South Sudan and East Timor. Even cultural expressions, like the Kurdish Newroz, reflect this innate national will.

3. Stabilization and Survival of the Kurdish Entity

Referendum results must be secured via international treaties and, where possible, UN registration. This legal recognition ensures that gains are permanent and prevents setbacks like those experienced in previous Kurdish referenda.

4. Protection of Human Dignity

Economic independence is critical. East Kurdistan must have its own central bank and monetary system, allowing local control over resources. This protects human dignity, supports development, and breaks the cycle of systemic impoverishment imposed by the central government.

5. Preventing Recurrent Oppression

A federal system, modeled after the U.S., should be imposed on Iran to guarantee genuine power-sharing. True federalism protects the rights of all peoples and minorities, preventing centralist dictatorship and repeating historical oppression.

6. Right to Legitimate Defense

Armed Kurdish groups defending their homeland must not be labeled terrorists. Their struggle is a legitimate defense and national liberation effort under international law. Misusing the “terror” label is purely a tool of repression.

7. Judicial Universality and Administration of Justice

East Kurdistan must have internationally recognized courts capable of prosecuting international crimes. Courts with universal jurisdiction will ensure justice for victims and end the impunity of perpetrators, even abroad.

8. Security and Freedom of Movement

East Kurdistan passports or international travel documents for activists and revolutionaries are essential. Experiences from Dominica and Palestine can guide solutions for undocumented citizens, guaranteeing the right to move freely and return home safely.

These eight principles are rooted in international law, human rights instruments, judicial precedent, and historical experience. The Allies have a legal, moral, and strategic responsibility to ensure their implementation.

The Kurdish nation does not ask for mercy—it claims its rightful place in history.

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