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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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'Mosul Eye' returns: new book reveals the secret war against ISIS from inside the caliphate

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  By Dr. Pshtiwan Faraj / Kurdish Policy Analysis Omar Mohammed's long-awaited memoir tells the story behind the anonymous blog that exposed ISIS to the world while preserving the memory of Mosul under occupation. Omar Mohammed's new book Mosul Eye recounts his secret struggle to document ISIS crimes from inside occupied Mosul and preserve the city's history. The anonymous voice that defied ISIS has finally told its story For nearly three years, one anonymous voice became one of the world's most trusted sources on life inside ISIS-controlled Mosul. Hidden behind the pseudonym Mosul Eye , Iraqi historian Omar Mohammed risked execution every day by documenting atrocities, preserving evidence of war crimes, and ensuring that one of Iraq's darkest chapters would not disappear into propaganda or silence. Now, that extraordinary story has been published in Mosul Eye: A Scholar's Clandestine War Against ISIS , a book that transforms one man's secret resista...
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Intelligence points to Mosul outskirts as launch site for drones targeting Erbil

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  New intelligence suggests five explosive-laden drones intercepted over Erbil were launched from areas outside Mosul, raising fresh concerns over the operational reach of outlawed armed groups and the security challenges facing Iraq and the Kurdistan Region. By Dr. Pshtiwan Faraj | Kurdish Policy Analysis New intelligence indicates five drones intercepted over Erbil were launched from the outskirts of Mosul, highlighting persistent security threats and renewed calls for stronger Baghdad-Erbil coordination. Drone interceptions reveal new intelligence Fresh intelligence has identified the outskirts of Mosul as the suspected launch area for five explosive-laden drones intercepted before reaching Erbil , providing new insight into one of the latest security incidents targeting the Kurdistan Region. According to information reported by Kurdistan24, the drones were launched by outlawed armed groups operating outside Mosul before being intercepted and destroyed by Coalition air def...
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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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