On September 25th, the semi-autonomous Kurds of Northern Iraq called a referendum for independence. Since ISIS was pushed from the country, the Iraqi Kurds’ President Masoud Barzani thought the timing was right. In response, on October 16th, Iraqi federal security forces seized disputed territory occupied by the Iraqi Kurds, quashing any hopes of Kurdish independence. Tensions remain high as the Baghdad government demands a renunciation of the referendum; productive negotiations and the establishment of a cease-fire have yet to be accomplished. This week on War News Radio, our reporters Jake Stattel and Nick Mayo offer a brief historical background on this conflict and the role of the Kurds in Iraq. Tune in to catch up on the breaking story in Iraq, as it continues to unfold.
The Cost of Conflict
The Art of War
The Longest War
Determined Voices
Civilian Perspectives
Philadelphia Speaks
This Week on War News Radio: New Voices
Afghanistan 2011
The Costs of Combat
Made in Afghanistan
Guantanamo Shepard
Systems of Law
Miscommunications
Big Decisions
Foreign Affairs
Phoning Home
Documenting War
Best of Spring 2011
Under Pressure
Cash In Hand
Create your
podcast in
minutes
It is Free