The London-based Centre for Kurdish Progress advocates for democracy, rule of law and peace in the Middle East. 📧 [email protected]
London, United Kingdom
Joined September 2014
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“From Ankara’s perspective, closer Israeli-Kurdish relations would not only empower Kurdish movements in ways that complicate Turkey’s own domestic challenges but would also alter the regional balance of power by enhancing Israel’s reach and capabilities in the emerging Turkey-Israel regional rivalry.”
Turkey’s regional anxieties overrode Erdogan’s political hesitations. foreignpolicy.com/2026/09/03…
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Understanding the agreement on foreign-policy terms is crucial to appreciating why the Kurdish peace process will likely succeed—and ultimately prove beneficial for Turkey, argues Giran Ozcan. foreignpolicy.com/2026/09/03…
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In my first article for @ForeignPolicy, I argue that Turkey's peace process with the #PKK is not primarily about Erdogan's domestic political calculations. It is a response to a rapidly changing Middle East following Oct. 7, the fall of Assad, and the war with Iran. foreignpolicy.com/2026/09/03…
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Ji bo koça dawî ya siyasetmedarê naskirî yê Kurd Mehdî Zana, sersaxiyê li xanim Leyla Zana û hemû malbat, kesûkar û hevalên wî dikim.
Xwedêjêrazî yek ji kesayetiyên diyar ên karwanê xebata siyasî ya Kurd li Tirkiyeyê bû, salên dûr û dirêj ji temenê xwe ji bo parastina mafên gelê xwe derbas kirin û di vê rêyê de gelek qurbanî dan.
Hevparê xema malbat, kesûkar û hevalên wî me; ji Xwedayê mezin hêvî dikim canê wî bi dilovaniya xwe şa bike û sebr û hedarê bide wan hemûyan.
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The KRG-US Representation extends its deepest condolences to Ms. Bayan Sami Abdul Rahman on the passing of her beloved husband, Mr. Mozaffar Shafeie.
Mr. Shafeie’s passion for art and theatre was truly inspiring. He had a remarkable way of seeing the world and sharing its beauty with those around him. He will be remembered for his creativity, warmth, and the lasting impact he made on all who had the privilege of knowing him.
Our thoughts and prayers are with Ms. Bayan, their family, and loved ones during this difficult time. May he rest in peace.
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Dearest Bayan, I was deeply saddened to hear of Mozaffar’s passing. My heart goes out to you and your family during this incredibly difficult time. Mozaffar was a remarkable man whose kindness, creativity, and warmth touched so many lives. His legacy will live on in the hearts of all who had the privilege of knowing him. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. May Mozaffar rest in eternal peace. My deepest condolences to you and your family.
The KRG-US Representation extends its deepest condolences to Ms. Bayan Sami Abdul Rahman on the passing of her beloved husband, Mr. Mozaffar Shafeie.
Mr. Shafeie’s passion for art and theatre was truly inspiring. He had a remarkable way of seeing the world and sharing its beauty with those around him. He will be remembered for his creativity, warmth, and the lasting impact he made on all who had the privilege of knowing him.
Our thoughts and prayers are with Ms. Bayan, their family, and loved ones during this difficult time. May he rest in peace.
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Out in Makerfield today talking to residents about why Andy Burnham is the right choice to be their next MP.
A local man with a proven record of standing up for his community and delivering results.
Vote Andy for Makerfield🌹
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سەرۆکی حکومەت پێشوازی لە فەرماندەی گشتیی هێزەکانی سووریای دیموکرات دەکات
ئەمڕۆ سێشەممە 5/26 ، مەسرور بارزانی، سەرۆکی حکومەتی هەرێمی کوردستان، پێشوازی لە مەزڵووم عەبدی فەرماندەی گشتیی هێزەکانی سووریای دیموکرات (هەسەدە) کرد.
لە دیدارەکەدا بیروڕا لەبارەی دوایین گۆڕانکاری و پێشهاتەکانی دۆخى گشتیی سووریا و پرسی كورد لهو وڵاتهدا ئاڵوگۆڕ کرا.
هەردوولا هاوڕابوون لە سەر گرنگیی پاراستنی ئاسایش و سەقامگیریی سووریا و پاراستنی مافەکانی گەلی کورد و گشت پێکهاتەکان .
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I am pleased to welcome Commander @MazloumAbdi, leader of the Rojava Kurds in Syria. Italy supports the ongoing dialogue for a democratic, stable, and united Syria, to secure full recognition and respect for the rights of all ethnic and religious components.
Lieto di ricevere il Comandante @MazloumAbdi, leader dei curdi del Rojava in Siria. L’Italia sostiene il dialogo in corso per una Siria democratica, stabile e unita, nel pieno riconoscimento e rispetto dei diritti di tutte le componenti etniche e religiose.
خۆشحاڵبووم بە بەخێرهاتنی فەرماندە مەزلوم عەبدی، سەرکردەی کوردانی ڕۆژئاوا لە سوریا.
ئیتالیا پشتیوانی لە گفتوگۆ بەردەوامەکان دەکات بۆ سوریایەکی دیموکراسی، سەقامگیر و یەکگرتوو، لەگەڵ دانپێدانانی تەواو و ڕێزگرتن لە مافەکانی هەموو گروپە نەتەوەیی و ئایینییەکان.
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In these extraordinary times in international relations the demand for our work @ChathamHouse is rising by the day. We are seeking a Director of Fundraising to help us build the financial resources to meet that demand. Please share with your networks 👇
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Minister @SafeenDizayee, Head of @KRG_DFR, shared the @Kurdistan perspective on regional matters, the Middle East, and KRG-Federal relations at a packed @CH_MENAP, @CH_Events event.
Great engagement on regional matters, the political landscape, and government formation.
Thanks to @renadmansour & Chatham House for hosting!
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Today marks the 46th anniversary of the Genocide of the Feyli Kurds, in which thousands of Feyli Kurds were killed, disappeared and displaced by the former Ba'athist regime.
Once again, we remind the federal government of its moral, legal and constitutional responsibility to provide reparations to the victims of the Genocide of the Feyli Kurds, the chemical weapons attacks, the Anfal Genocide and all the victims of the former Iraqi regime.
On this somber occasion, we pay tribute to the souls of the martyrs of the Genocide of the Feyli Kurds and all the martyrs of Kurdistan.
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Mark your calendar for the below event we’re hosting at the British Parliament
📣 Panel Discussion: Turkey’s Elusive Peace Process with the Kurds
The Kurdish question remains one of the most protracted unresolved issues in the Middle East, with repeated peace initiatives failing to deliver a durable settlement. This panel brings together leading researchers and practitioners to assess the current moment and prospects for renewed dialogue.
Speakers:
Dr Mashuq Kurt (Chair) — Royal Holloway, University of London @mimkurd
Sociologist and anthropologist specialising in Kurdish studies, diaspora communities, and youth political engagement.
Reha Ruhavioğlu — Kurdish Studies Center (KSC), Diyarbakır
Researcher and analyst focusing on Kurdish public opinion and peace process dynamics in Turkey.
Roj Girasun — Rawest Research
Public opinion researcher on Kurdish political sociology and youth political attitudes.
Revşen Berfin Coşkun — KU Leuven
PhD researcher working on Kurdish identity, intergenerational change, and youth engagement.
📍 Committee Room 12, House of Commons
🗓️ Tuesday 28 April | 18:00–20:00
🔗 RSVP: kurdishprogress.com/panel_di…
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Historic Newroz celebrations at the Speaker’s House in London. MPs @FeryalClark, @CatherineWest1, @DawnButlerBrent, @KateOsborneMP, and @AyoubKhanMP joined international diplomats to send wishes of peace and health to the Kurdish community worldwide.
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On behalf of Kurdish Progress and our Kurdish community across the United Kingdom, a huge thank you to Sir Lindsay Hoyle for so warmly welcoming us into the Speaker’s House for our annual Kurdish New Year’s Reception. It was a proper full house, with a truly brilliant atmosphere.
It meant a great deal to be joined by Feryal Clark, Kate Osborne, Catherine West, Afzal Khan and Dawn Butler—their presence, contribution and support truly reflect the strength of the Kurdish–British connection.
Most importantly, thank you to the Kurdish community, British friends of Kurdistan, and all those who joined us. Newroz is a celebration of renewal, hope and togetherness, and seeing everyone come together in the heart of Westminster made it a genuinely special occasion.
Newroz pîroz be! 🎉
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Grateful to @LindsayHoyle_MP for hosting and @KurdishOrg for organising a fantastic Newroz celebration last night.
Really inspiring to be among so many amazing Kurdish leaders and professionals, community and culture at its best.
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Newroz is a celebration of life and prosperity, as we look toward the future with bright hope and hearts filled with peace.
Happy Newroz, may Kurdistan always remain prosperous.
#firstladyofiraq
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My dear brother Heval Salih Muslim was an inspirational revolutionary and a monumental figure.
I extend my heartfelt condolences to his family, as well as the Kurdish people in northeast Syria (Rojava) and to all Kurds everywhere.
Heval Salih Muslim never tired in the pursuit of the just cause of the Kurdish people. He always said that Kurds must stand united and speak with one voice. He believed in the struggle for freedom and the importance of civil resistance.
The passing of Heval Salih Muslim is a great loss but we are confident that his revolutionary ideas will never be forgotten.
May his soul rest in peace.
#firstladyofiraq
