Kurdish Policy Analysis

   Yemen’s Houthis threaten to STRIKE U.S. warships in the Red Sea, calling the Iran conflict “a war of the entire Ummah.” Erbil, Kurdistan, March 28 Kurdish Policy Analysis – Yemen’s Houthi movement warned on Friday it would target U.S. vessels in the Red Sea, escalating threats as tensions rise over reported U.S. and Israeli military actions against Iran. The military spokesperson of the Houthis in Yemen stated : “This war is the war of the entire Ummah. The United States, together with Israel, attacking Iran aims to leave the region entirely under Israeli control. This would mean the destruction of the freedom, independence, and dignity of the Islamic world. We will target American ships and warships in the Red Sea.” In a televised statement, the group’s military spokesperson said the conflict “is the war of the entire Ummah,” accusing the United States and Israel of seeking to dominate the region and undermine the sovereignty of Islamic nations. “We will target American ...

       Tonight Could Explode: Iran ‘Big Test’ Panic Spreads as Israel Defense Forces Strikes — Is the Region on the Brink of All-Out War? Erbil, Kurdistan, March 27 Kurdish Policy Analysis BREAKING CONTEXT: Rumours are swirling about Iran preparing a “big test tonight,” but what we do know from verified reporting is that the conflict between Iran, the United States, and Israel remains highly active and unpredictable. There have been ongoing strikes, missile exchanges, and strategic targeting of military infrastructure across the region. Just today, major airstrikes by the Israel Defense Forces hit Iranian missile and naval facilities in central Iran as part of broader operations, illustrating that the situation can escalate rapidly. At the same time, it’s important to be careful with unverified claims about “tests happening tonight.” While tensions are profoundly high and military readiness is real, unconfirmed social media rumours don’t always reflect what’s actua...

     Trump Says Peace Is Close — Iran Fires Back and projects defiance The core argument of this article : Donald Trump is publicly projecting optimism about imminent diplomacy , suggesting negotiations with Iran could soon produce a deal. Iran is doing the opposite—projecting defiance , denying talks and signaling it will not negotiate under pressure. This creates a strategic disconnect (or information war) : The U.S. messaging may aim to calm markets, buy time, or shape global perception . Iran’s messaging aims to avoid appearing weak domestically and maintain leverage . The economic dimensions US President Donald Trump’s public suggestions of imminent diplomacy potentially resulting in a deal have been dismissed by Iranian officials, including Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, as "fake news designed to manipulate oil and financial markets". In the Iranian narrative, Trump’s talk of “productive conversations” is viewed as a form of psychologi...

                    U.S. Warships Move In: Showdown Brewing Over Strait of Hormu z Erbil, Iraq, 24th March By Pshtiwan Faraj The United States is rapidly concentrating elite military forces across the Middle East, raising the stakes in a deepening standoff with Iran that threatens to spill into a broader regional conflict. Around 3,000 troops from the 82nd Airborne Division’s Immediate Response Force have been deployed with the capability to strike anywhere in the region within hours, according to defense officials. Alongside them, highly specialized units — including the 75th Ranger Regiment, Delta Force, Navy SEALs, and the 160th Special Operations Aviation Regiment — are on standby for potential high-risk missions.                      Trump Sends Marines to Gulf as Iran Risks Losing Control of Hormuz Military analysts say one potential flashpoint...

     Iran Drops “Lord of the Straits” Animation — A Chilling Signal Over Hormuz Control March 23, 2026 Iranian state-affiliated media outlets have released a stylized animation titled “Lord of the Straits,” centered on the strategic Strait of Hormuz , as tensions in the region continue to escalate. The animation, which has circulated widely on social media, depicts a dramatized narrative emphasizing Iran’s control and influence over the narrow maritime passage, a critical artery for global oil shipments. While the video does not include official military statements, analysts say its messaging aligns with Tehran’s broader strategic signaling amid the ongoing confrontation involving the United States and its allies. The Strait of Hormuz handles roughly a fifth of the world’s oil trade, making any perceived threat to its security a major concern for global energy markets. Recent weeks have seen heightened rhetoric from multiple sides, including warnings over potential di...

       Three scenarios that could reshape the Middle East and global economy overnight March 22, 2026 — By Pshtiwan Faraj   The war between the United States, Israel and Iran is entering what analysts describe as its most dangerous phase yet, with both sides escalating threats against energy infrastructure, shipping routes and regional targets — raising the prospect that the conflict could end abruptly, but not cleanly. The conflict , now in its fourth week, has already killed more than 2,000 people and disrupted global oil flows, particularly through the Strait of Hormuz — a chokepoint that carries roughly a fifth of the world’s crude supply. A War Reaching Its Breaking Point U.S. President Donald Trump has issued a 48-hour ultimatum demanding Iran reopen the Strait of Hormuz, warning that failure to comply would result in the destruction of Iranian energy infrastructure. Iran has responded with its own escalation, threatening to fully close the waterway and...