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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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Rights group urges Germany concrete action 12 years after Yazidi Genocide, warns against deportations to Iraq

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By Dr. Pshtiwan Faraj | Kurdish Policy Analysis The Society for Threatened Peoples has urged Germany to strengthen protections for Yazidi genocide survivors and warned against deportations to Iraq, citing ongoing security risks and slow reconstruction in Sinjar. The Society for Threatened Peoples says genocide recognition must be matched by stronger protection for Yazidis as security concerns persist in Iraq and Syria Twelve years after the Yazidi genocide in Sinjar (Shengal), the ** Society for Threatened Peoples > (GfbV) has criticized the German government for failing to translate its recognition of the genocide into concrete policy measures, while warning against deporting Yazidi survivors back to Iraq. The human rights organization argues that despite the German Bundestag recognizing the Yazidi genocide in 2023, conditions for Yazidis and other vulnerable minorities remain too unstable for returns. Warning Against Deportations The GfbV said repeated political calls to de...
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Kurdistan launches inclusive employment forum to boost private sector growth

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  The Kurdistan Foundation and Germany's GIZ have launched the Region's first Inclusive Employment and Business Forum, connecting job seekers with employers as the Kurdistan Regional Government accelerates efforts to strengthen the private sector and diversify the economy. By Dr. Pshtiwan Faraj | Kurdish Policy Analysis Meta Description Kurdistan Foundation and GIZ launch the first Inclusive Employment and Business Forum in Erbil, connecting job seekers with businesses and supporting private sector growth. Kurdistan expands efforts to strengthen the private sector The Kurdistan Foundation , in partnership with Germany's GIZ (Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit) , has launched the first Kurdistan Inclusive Employment and Business Forum , marking another step in the Kurdistan Regional Government's strategy to expand private-sector employment and reduce dependence on the public sector. Held in Erbil , the two-day forum brought together government ...
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Germany's Military Withdrawal from Erbil Signals a New Phase in Western Strategy Toward Iraq

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  By Dr. Pshtiwan Faraj | Kurdish Policy Analysis     Berlin's decision to close its military base near Erbil reflects more than force protection—it reveals the changing architecture of Western engagement in Iraq after the Iran-Israel conflict. Germany's decision to withdraw its military contingent from Erbil International Airport by the end of September marks another significant milestone in the gradual transformation of the international military presence in Iraq. While Berlin insists it remains committed to supporting the Kurdistan Region's Peshmerga forces, the closure of its long-standing field base underscores how the recent U.S.-Iran confrontation has fundamentally altered the security calculations of coalition partners. Officially, the withdrawal is presented as a practical response to Washington's decision to remove its Patriot air-defense systems and reduce its military footprint at Erbil. Without American missile defense, German officials concluded that m...
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Lindsey Graham Passing Reshapes Republican Foreign Policy—and Raises Questions for the Kurds

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  By Dr. Pshtiwan Faraj | Kurdish Policy Analysis The sudden death of one of Washington's most influential Republican hawks removes a powerful congressional advocate for Ukraine, Israel, a hardline Iran policy, and Kurdish aspirations in the Middle East. The death of Senator Lindsey Graham removes one of Washington's strongest advocates for the Kurds, Ukraine, Israel, and a tougher US policy toward Iran. Lindsey Graham's Sudden Death Leaves a Strategic Void in Washington WASHINGTON — Senator Lindsey Graham , one of the Republican Party's most influential foreign policy voices and one of President Donald Trump's closest congressional allies, has died at the age of 71 following a sudden illness, according to a statement released by his office. His unexpected death comes at a particularly volatile moment in American and Middle Eastern politics. Graham had recently traveled to Ukraine, remained deeply involved in congressional debates over Iran and Israel, and was p...
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Lindsey Graham's Death Leaves a Void in US-Kurdish Relations

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  By Dr. Pshtiwan Faraj | Kurdish Policy Analysis     The passing of Senator Lindsey Graham removes one of the most influential American advocates for the Kurdish people, raising questions about the future of bipartisan support for Kurdistan amid shifting US foreign policy priorities. The death of Senator Lindsey Graham removes one of Washington's strongest advocates for the Kurdish people, creating uncertainty for future US-Kurdish relations. The Loss of a Longstanding Friend of Kurdistan The sudden death of U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham has prompted an outpouring of tributes not only across Washington but throughout the Kurdistan Region, reflecting the rare position he occupied as one of the most consistent and influential American advocates for Kurdish interests. The Washington Kurdish Institute described Graham as a steadfast supporter whose commitment to the Kurdish people extended beyond political rhetoric, offering condolences to his family while highlighting...
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Can the stateless Nation of Kurdistan help save the Global Order?

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By Dr. Pshtiwan Faraj A new geopolitical analysis argues that Kurdistan's experience of survival, mediation, and pragmatic diplomacy offers unexpected lessons as the international order faces its deepest crisis since World War II. A new geopolitical analysis argues Kurdistan's experience offers vital lessons for rebuilding international order amid the Iran war and global instability. As the World Fragments, Kurdistan Offers an Unexpected Lesson The international system is under unprecedented strain.  Russia's war in Ukraine, escalating tensions between Iran and the West, the paralysis of the United Nations, and growing competition among major powers have raised a fundamental question: Who still defines the rules of international order? According to a new geopolitical analysis by Greg Mills and Basil Gavalas , the answer may not come from Washington, Moscow, Beijing, or Brussels—but from an unlikely place: Iraq's Kurdistan Region . While lacking international r...
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