Iraqi Kurdistan: Post-Independence Referendum
Recently, I spoke with four individuals about the ongoing and evolving crisis concerning Post-Independence Referendum Iraqi Kurdistan.
Kurdistan
From Proxy Wars to Direct War Between Iran and Saudi Arabia: America’s Options
SWJED
Mon, 11/13/2017 - 2:33am
The fundamentalist rulers of Iran are confident that their goal of establishing a coalition of Shia countries and regions under their control is nearing fruition.
The Kurds: Seeking Their Yorktown
SWJED
Mon, 10/23/2017 - 12:39am
As the Peshmerga retreats in northern Iraq, two American foreign policy experts answer questions about America’s relationship with the Kurds.
Turkey: Ally or Albatross?
The principal recommendation for NATO reform here, is to expel Turkey, recognize Kurdistan, and end Ankara’s pipe dream of accession to the European Union.
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The Two Faces of Terror: Why the West Loses
The fight against Islamic terror has two faces today, public relations and strategic hokum. The Global Coalition on the Defeat of ISIS meeting illustrates these phenomena.
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Iraq in the Middle Part IV: Maria Fantappie on Iraq’s relations with Syria
What role does Iraq play in the development of the Syrian crisis?
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Iraq in the Middle Part II: Reidar Visser on Iraq’s Relations with Iran
As sanctions bite and pressure mounts on Assad, Iran steps up its involvement in Iraqi affairs. But how extensive is their influence?
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A Different War on Terrorism: The U.S., Turkey and the PKK
Turkey and the PKK - whither U.S. policy?