From the shadows to supreme power: why Iran chose Ahmad Vahidi to lead its confrontation with the United States

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By Dr. Pshtiwan Faraj | Kurdish Policy Analysis Who Is Ahmad Vahidi? The Secretive IRGC Commander now shaping Iran's confrontation with the United States From the founding of the Quds Force to commanding the Revolutionary Guards, Ahmad Vahidi's rise signals a new era in Iran's military-led decision-making. As Tehran braces for a prolonged confrontation with Washington, one of Iran's most secretive and hardline military figures has emerged at the center of power—signaling a dramatic shift in how the Islamic Republic intends to wage its geopolitical struggle. Who is Ahmad Vahidi? Explore the rise of Iran's IRGC commander and how his growing influence could reshape Tehran's strategy toward the United States and the Middle East. For decades, Ahmad Vahidi remained largely behind the scenes, shaping Iran's military doctrine and regional strategy away from the public spotlight. Today, however, he stands at the heart of Iran's national security apparatus, overs...
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Öcalan urges optimism: 'We are at the beginning of a democratic path'


By Dr. Pshtiwan Faraj | Kurdish Policy Analysis

Imprisoned Kurdistan Workers' Party (PKK) leader Abdullah Ocalan has called for no pessimism about drafting a "framework law" for the "peace process and democratic society," based on dissolving the PKK, laying down arms and ending nearly half a century of armed conflict.

The Turkish government is intensifying efforts to prepare a draft law that includes the return of PKK fighters and their integration into society, after ensuring that all weapons are dismantled and laid down.

Ocalan has sent a new message from his prison in western Turkey's Imrali prison, urging PKK members and the Kurdish community not to be pessimistic about the delay in submitting the bill to the Turkish parliament for approval.

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"We are at the beginning of a democratic path in which the efforts are no less than those made during the establishment of the Republic of Turkey (in 1923 under Mustafa Kemal Ataturk)," Ocalan said.

The Kurdistan Workers' Party (PKK) on Monday posted a new message on its social networking site X, delivered by its delegation, known as the Imrali delegation, which met with Ocalan for the second time in less than two weeks.

According to the delegation, which included party MPs Parvin Buldan and Medhat Sancar and lawyer Özgür Fayq Erol of the Asrin law firm, Ocalan stressed the importance of the "framework law" during Sunday's visit. , and noted that “the journey of a thousand miles begins with one step”.

"We are at the beginning of a democratic path that is no less important than the efforts made when the republic was established, and this law is a necessity that applies not only to the Kurds or a particular group, but to all people living in this land.

Ocalan described the move as "will affect the fate of Turkey and the region, and will pave the way for the development of democratic law and economic opportunities," adding that "this is a great service to the 86 million people living on Turkish soil.

According to the statement, not all issues have been resolved yet, but "however, there is no need to be pessimistic. The important thing is to understand this step correctly, and all parties take responsibility for the success of this process.

He described the expected law as "the key to paving the way for this process," saying: "The door to a democratic republic will be fully opened, and a great responsibility falls on the shoulders of political institutions.

The statement said that the content of the meeting with Ocalan is "very important for the roadmap for the next phase, he renewed his commitment to peace and democracy, and called on the public to support this process.

Intensive efforts to draft the law

The meeting with Ocalan is seen as a step in accelerated efforts to submit a draft framework law to parliament for approval, which is expected to begin debate this week.

Sources in the ruling Justice and Development Party (AKP) said efforts have been intensified to finalize the draft law before sending it to parliament's Justice Committee for discussion with political parties and then voting in a public session.

According to the sources, after the approval of the draft "framework law" in parliament, an independent legal guideline related to the request of the families of soldiers killed in the fight against the PKK will be included in the work of parliament.

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