Halabja: A Legacy of Poison, Politics, and Unfinished Justice
Dr Rebwar Fatah On the morning of 16 March 1988, the air over Halabja filled not with the noise of battle, but with invisible poisons that would kill thousands within … Read More
Author: Dr Rebwar Fatah
Dr Rebwar Fatah is a London based Middle East and North Africa (MENA) expert, provides expert analysis on the complex dynamics shaping the region. Beyond his professional pursuits, Dr Fatah is an accomplished writer, poet, and photographer, bringing a unique creative perspective to his observations of the world.
The Strategic Trap: Why War with Iran Is the Wrong Moment for Kurdish Armed Movements
Dr Rebwar Fatah Thesis: Reports suggest that a coalition of Kurdish political groups may be considering entering Iran as armed factions, viewing the conflict between Iran, Israel, and the United … Read More
A Thesis on Womanhood, Rights, and the Human Journey
Dr Rebwar Fatah On this International Women’s Day, we are called not just to celebrate, but to understand. The most enduring questions are not about fleeting trends, but about our … Read More
The Three Stages of the US-Israeli War Against Iran: From Diplomacy to Covert Ground Operations
Dr Rebwar Fatah, London based MENA expert AbstractThis article examines the US-Israeli military campaign against Iran in 2026, tracing its evolution through three distinct stages: pre-war diplomacy, a sustained air … Read More
Kurdish Deq is the Power of Seven
Dr Rebwar Fatah “The symbol reflects a traditional Kurdish facial tattoo motif associated with protection, light, and continuity, drawing on ancient regional cosmological imagery rather than formal religious doctrine. It … Read More
The Kurdish Question as a Legal–Political Failure: Selective Humanitarianism and the Erosion of International Law
Dr Rebwar Fatah Abstract This article examines patterns of external engagement with Kurdish populations in the Middle East through the lens of international humanitarian law and international criminal law. Drawing … Read More
Freedom of Expression and Legal Limits under Iraqi and Kurdistan Region Law
In the aftermath of military and political developments affecting the Autonomous Administration of North and East Syria (Rojava), tensions have emerged within Kurdish political and social discourse. Some Kurdish political … Read More
Aleppo: A Legal Assessment of Alleged Atrocities in Aleppo
Dr Rebwar Fatah This article seeks to examine whether acts reported to have occurred in the Aleppo neighbourhoods of Al-Ashrafiyah and Sheikh Maksoud, at a time when these areas were … Read More
The Ritual Without Renewal: What Won’t Elections Change?
Dr Rebwar Fatah Each vote cast, each promise made— echoes of change that never arrive. The cycle continues, but the soul of the people remains unheard. Introduction Soon, residents of … Read More
Thresholds of Control: The Architecture of Suppression in the Kurdistan Region
Dr Rebwar Fatah One bullet echoes—not guilt, but fear holds the breath. Silence multiplies. I. Introduction: A Shot, a Silence, a PatternOn the evening of September 2, 2025, journalist and … Read More