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The '''Kurds''' are a people mainly living in parts of Iran, Iraq, Syria, and Turkey, a loosely defined region sometimes incorrectly referred to as Kurdistan. Various Kurdish organizations have supported the creation of a Kurdish [[nation state]], sometimes being involved violent conflicts regarding this. | The '''Kurds''' are a people mainly living in parts of Iran, Iraq, Syria, and Turkey, a loosely defined region sometimes incorrectly referred to as Kurdistan. Various Kurdish organizations have supported the creation of a Kurdish [[nation state]], sometimes being involved violent conflicts regarding this. | ||
Despite being [[ethnic]] / [[racial]] [[ | Despite being [[ethnic]] / [[racial]] [[fascist]] organizations, some Kurdish organizations have been viewed positively by some Western leftists, for reasons such as stated left-wing views, and by supporters of [[Israel]], for reasons perceived to weaken countries hostile to Israel. | ||
There have been various argued [[double standards]] regarding Kurds and [[Caucasians]], by Western leftists in particular. | There have been various argued [[double standards]] regarding Kurds and [[Caucasians]], by Western leftists in particular. | ||
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Latest revision as of 19:40, 28 February 2024
The Kurds are a people mainly living in parts of Iran, Iraq, Syria, and Turkey, a loosely defined region sometimes incorrectly referred to as Kurdistan. Various Kurdish organizations have supported the creation of a Kurdish nation state, sometimes being involved violent conflicts regarding this.
Despite being ethnic / racial fascist organizations, some Kurdish organizations have been viewed positively by some Western leftists, for reasons such as stated left-wing views, and by supporters of Israel, for reasons perceived to weaken countries hostile to Israel.
There have been various argued double standards regarding Kurds and Caucasians, by Western leftists in particular.
See also
- Saladin - Often framed as a Kurdish hero.
Further reading
- Wigram, Sir Edgar, & Wigram, W.A., The Cradle of Mankind: Life in Eastern Kurdistan, London, 1st edition 1914, 2nd edition 1922.