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The world's largest stateless ethnic group, the Kurds. We explore their enduring desire for independence that has persisted for over a century since the 1923 Treaty of Lausanne, and the reality they face within today's Middle Eastern geopolitics.
Apr 4, 2026We examine the historical tragedy and present reality of the Kurds, the world's largest stateless people. Their struggle for self-determination — split across four nations: Turkey, Iran, Iraq, and Syria — continues into 2026.
Apr 3, 2026The promise of a Kurdish homeland made after World War I — and then taken away. This is the story of 40 million people living without a country of their own, and it's still unfolding today.
Apr 2, 2026
Approximately 100 days after the collapse of the Assad regime in December 2025, Syria walks a tightrope between hope and chaos in a new power vacuum.
Mar 19, 2026
Following the collapse of the Assad regime in late 2024, Syria stands at a crossroads of reconstruction amid a new power vacuum and complex international interests. As of 2026, we examine the geopolitical contest surrounding Syria's future.
Mar 15, 2026