When Have the PUK and the KDP Ever Been Moderate?
Shilan Izzaddin Once again, the PUK and the KDP have returned to their flashy rhetoric, blatant lies, and exaggerated slogans about freedom and democracy, directed at a poor, hungry, and … Read More
Author: Sarbast
Sarbast is a Kurdish advocate working to bring justice to the Kurdish community through his work at Kurdfile and other Kurdish outlets.
Kurdistan’s Elections: A Cycle Without Change
Dwin Ali – Activist As the Kurdistan Region enters another parliamentary election, the atmosphere feels less like a celebration of democracy and more like a repetition of a long, … Read More
Honorary Doctorates: A Symbol of Respect or a Mockery of Academia?
Bestoon Zhalay – Kurdish Journalist Honorary doctorates are awarded by reputable universities worldwide as a symbolic appreciation of the scientific and public works of influential personalities. These degrees recognize contributions … Read More
Reuters Investigation Reveals Flourishing Kurdish Oil Smuggling to Iran
A Reuters investigation reveals booming oil smuggling from Kurdistan to Iran, implicating officials from the Barzani family’s Kurdistan Democratic Party and generating around $200 million monthly. This development is likely to increase tensions between Erbil and Washington DC regarding economic sanctions against Iran.