Trump's Communications with Iraqi Kurdish Leaders Amid Rising Regional Tensions Confirm No Encouragement for Ground Incursion into Iran
Recent communications between US President Donald Trump and Iraqi Kurdish leaders have garnered significant attention as tensions rise in the region following a series of military strikes. Reports indicate that discussions took place at the onset of the conflict, with speculation surrounding Trump's intentions. However, sources have confirmed that Trump did not encourage Kurdish armed groups in Iraqi Kurdistan to initiate a ground incursion into Iran during these conversations. This clarification comes amidst widespread rumors that such an operation was being planned. In a series of calls made last weekend, Trump spoke with key political figures in northern Iraq, including... [Continue Reading]
Revealed: New details of phone calls between Trump and Iraqi Kurdish leaders
Sky News has obtained a detailed insight into the phone calls between US President Donald Trump and Iraqi Kurdish leaders in northern Iraq at the start of the war last weekend. [Continue Reading]
Kurdish opposition mulls whether to trust Trump after Iran uprising call
Iranian Kurds weigh risks of fighting government, uncertain of US and Israeli support for any uprising. [Continue Reading]
‘Kurdish uprising in Iran unlikely without US-Israeli protection’
Yerevan Saeed says Iranian Kurdish forces would struggle without outside backing if they launched an uprising in Iran. [Continue Reading]
US and Israeli Forces Target Iranian Military Infrastructure Amid Escalating Conflict with Iran
The military conflict involving the United States, Israel, and Iran has escalated dramatically as it enters its seventh day, with both sides involved in a series of intense exchanges. Dubbed Operation Epic Fury, US and Israeli forces claim to be targeting critical Iranian military infrastructure in a bid to diminish Iran's missile capabilities and naval presence, as well as to inhibit its support for regional armed groups. Meanwhile, Iran has responded with retaliatory air strikes across the Gulf, particularly against US military bases, deepening fears regarding the war's broader regional implications. In the latest developments, the Center for Strategic and... [Continue Reading]
How far could the war with Iran spread beyond the Middle East?
What began as a US-Israeli assault on Iran is rapidly evolving into a conflict with the potential to spread far beyond the Middle East. Iranian missiles and drones have already struck or reached Turkey and Azerbaijan, while European powers are rushing additional warships, fighter jets and air defences to the eastern Mediterranean and Gulf to contain the fallout. Analysts warn the longer the war continues, the greater the risk that long-simmering regional fault lines – from Kurdish militancy to... [Continue Reading]
Iran-backed militias increase attacks on US and Israel amid ongoing military offensive against Iran
As conflict continues to escalate, Iran-backed militias are intensifying their attacks against the United States, Israel, and their allies. This situation unfolds in the context of a joint military offensive launched by the United States and Israel against Iran, marking a significant uptick in both military activity and geopolitical tension in the region. Reports indicate that the war has now entered its second week, with the Iranian regime facing mounting pressure both from domestic and international fronts. Since the United States and Israel initiated their military operations targeting Iran's Islamic regime and the now deceased Ayatollah Ali Khamenei's Republican Guard,... [Continue Reading]
Another group has flagged entering the war in Iran
A coalition of Iranian Kurdish groups who oppose the regime say they are preparing to enter the war and have amassed thousands of fighters near the border with Iraq. [Continue Reading]
Trump voices support for possible Kurdish offensive in Iran
US president says he'd be 'all for' Kurdish ground assault on Iran amid reports that Washington is egging on rebellion. [Continue Reading]
'We have been preparing': Why the boots on the ground in Iran could be Kurdish
Iranian Kurdish opposition groups in exile in northern Iraq tell the BBC they have plans to cross the border but deny already doing so. [Continue Reading]
Middle East conflict escalates as Israel warns Beirut residents amid military actions against Hezbollah and Iran
The conflict in the Middle East is intensifying, with recent military actions drawing significant international attention. Six days after the United States and Israel launched strikes on Iran, reports indicate escalating tensions, marked by explosions in Iran, Qatar, the UAE, and Lebanon. Amid these developments, Israel has issued warnings to residents in southern Beirut, advising them to evacuate as military operations against Iran-backed Hezbollah appear imminent. This escalation reflects a complex mixture of geopolitical ambitions and national security concerns that are reverberating across the region. As the situation unfolds, Israel's military has directed residents in Hezbollah-controlled areas of Beirut to... [Continue Reading]
Airstrike Destroys Iran's Azadi Indoor Stadium Amid Ongoing Military Engagement Resulting in Over 1,000 Casualties
Significant destruction has been reported in Iran's Azadi Indoor Stadium after a recent airstrike attributed to coalesced US-Israeli military operations. Images circulating from the scene depict the facility, which once accommodated 12,000 spectators for military, volleyball, and basketball events, now reduced to smoking ruins, confirming the severity of the damage inflicted. As the attack unfolded, it emerged that the strikes were part of a broader military engagement ongoing in the region for the past six days, which has reportedly resulted in more than 1,000 casualties across Iran. This spike in violence coincides with Iran’s intensified military actions targeting Kurdish groups... [Continue Reading]
US reaches out to Iran’s Kurds, but will they be ‘hung out to dry’ this time?
The US has made an outreach to Iranian Kurdish dissident groups as "Operation Epic Fury" rattles the pieces of the Middle East geostrategic chess game. The Kurds in other countries have a history of being pawns in Washington’s games and have at times used their leverage to their advantage. But under the Trump administration, Iran’s Kurds face colossal challenges. [Continue Reading]
Which Kurdish groups is the US rallying to fight Iran?
US President Donald Trump has spoken to at least three Kurdish groups in Iran and Iraq in recent days. [Continue Reading]
Iranian military conflict with US and Israel airstrikes escalates into sixth day, impacting civilian structures and raising humanitarian con
The conflict involving Iranian military forces and a coordinated airstrike campaign led by the United States and Israel has entered its sixth day, marked by a significant escalation in violence. As airstrikes continue to intensify, reports indicate that civilian structures, particularly schools, have become unfortunate targets. This latest wave of attacks raises alarms about the potential for broader implications across the Middle East and ongoing humanitarian crises. On Thursday, military operations have reportedly intensified, with multiple sources confirming that US and Israeli missiles struck two schools located in Parand, a town situated southwest of Tehran. Eyewitness accounts and images released... [Continue Reading]
Iraqi-based Kurdish groups a ‘long-running threat’ to Tehran
Fresh blasts were reported in Iran's capital on Thursday as Tehran said it had targeted Kurdish groups in Iraq and warned "separatist groups" against action in the widening war. FRANCE 24's Reza Sayah reports from Tehran, Iran. [Continue Reading]
Middle East war spirals as Iran hits Kurds in Iraq
Israel pounded Tehran with fresh strikes and Iran targeted Kurdish guerrilla groups in Iraq on Thursday as a spiralling war engulfed the Middle East. Earlier Thursday, Tehran said it had hit Iraq-based Kurdish groups, as the United States reportedly seeks to arm Iranian Kurdish guerillas to infiltrate Iran. The strikes which killed a member of an exiled Iranian Kurdish group, according to a representative, followed a warning from Iranian officials. [Continue Reading]
'A chance for freedom' - Kurdish fighters desperate to join battle against Iran
I have witnessed Iraqi and Iranian Kurdish fighters working with American forces in Iraq and Syria over many years. [Continue Reading]
Trump calls on Kurds to aid U.S. effort in Iran, offers support
In calls to Kurdish minority leaders in Iran and neighboring Iraq, President Donald Trump offered U.S. support to insurgent efforts against Tehran. [Continue Reading]
Iran hits Kurdish groups in Iraq as conflict widens
On Thursday, Tehran said it had hit Iraq-based Kurdish groups "opposed to the revolution", as reports said the United States was looking to arm Kurdish guerillas to infiltrate Iran. The conflict that began Saturday with US-Israeli strikes that killed Iran's supreme leader has spread across much of the region, sparking global economic pressure, energy disruptions and travel chaos. FRANCE 24's International Affairs Editor Kethevane Gorjestani tells us more. [Continue Reading]
Iran targets headquarters of Iranian Kurdish forces in Iraq
The Iranian military's strikes come amid speculation that the US wants Iranian Kurdish groups to join its conflict with Iran. [Continue Reading]
Iran's Armed Forces Deny Claims of Ballistic Missile Fired Towards Turkiye Amid Rising Tensions
In a developing incident, Iran's Armed Forces have officially denied allegations that they fired a ballistic missile towards Turkiye. This statement comes following claims from Turkiye’s Ministry of National Defence that a missile, originating in Iran, was intercepted by NATO air and missile defence systems over the eastern Mediterranean. The event raises significant concerns regarding escalating tensions between these nations, particularly given the missile's trajectory through Iraqi and Syrian airspace. On Wednesday, Turkiye's Defence Ministry reported that a ballistic munition was detected while traversing through Iraqi and Syrian territories before entering Turkish airspace. The ministry confirmed that NATO’s defensive capabilities... [Continue Reading]
Iran targets Kurdish groups in Iraq, begins wave of attacks on Israel
Iranian Kurdish armed groups have reportedly consulted with the US in recent days about whether to attack Iran. [Continue Reading]
Israel Conducts Airstrikes on Iranian Targets Near Iran-Iraq Border Amid Escalating Middle East Conflict
The ongoing conflict in the Middle East has intensified, with Israel launching fresh airstrikes on Iranian targets, specifically near the Iran-Iraq border. This military action aligns with a broader strategy involving both the United States and Israel, aimed at countering perceived threats from Iran in the region. Key political figures, including Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney, have affirmed their nations' commitment to supporting allies amidst increasing hostilities. Recent reports indicate that the airstrikes were part of a coordinated effort to address growing tensions. The US and Israeli plans reportedly include mobilizing Kurdish forces, indicating a strategic realignment in regional military... [Continue Reading]
Iran war live updates: Mark Carney doesn’t rule out Canada joining war; Israel launches fresh strikes on Tehran
This liveblog is closed. Follow live coverage of the Middle East crisis here Iran says it has targeted Kurdish groups in Iraq and warned “separatist groups” against action in the widening war.Tehran said on Thursday it had hit Iraq-based Kurdish groups “opposed to the revolution”, as reports said the US was looking to arm Kurdish militias to infiltrate Iran.We will not tolerate them in any way. Continue reading... [Continue Reading]
Airstrikes Target Military Installations Along Iran-Iraq Border Amid Escalating Tensions Involving US and Israel
Intense airstrikes have been reported along the Iran-Iraq border, targeting numerous military installations, police stations, and frontier posts in northern Iran. These operations are viewed as a preparatory step by the United States and Israel to expand their military campaign against Iranian forces. According to military sources, these airstrikes may signify the opening of a new front in the ongoing conflict involving Iran. Military officials indicate that these strikes, which have hit dozens of military positions, are intended to degrade Iranian capabilities significantly. A spokesperson for the Israeli military elaborated on this strategy, stating that the air force was actively... [Continue Reading]
