Trump voices support for Kurdish role in US warKurdish role in US war against Iran
US President Donald Trump spoke with Kurdish leaders in Iraq and expressed support for their potential involvement in the ongoing US-Israel war against Iran, including a possible ground offensive from the Iran-Iraq border. He called on Kurds to aid the US effort amid reports of Washington encouraging rebellion inside Iran. The move highlights escalating tensions in the Middle East conflict, where Kurdish forces could open a new front against Tehran.
US Perspective
Trump clarified US war goals to Kurdish leaders like PUK's Talabani during phone calls. He initially backed a Kurdish offensive as 'wonderful' to pressure Iran. White House confirmed broad regional outreach without specifics.
Iranian Kurdish Opposition
Groups like the Kurdistan Freedom Party accuse Iran of missile attacks from Iraq bases. Five dissident factions recently formed a coalition against Tehran. They prepared for cross-border operations amid the war.
Iraqi Kurdish Officials
Leaders denied using Iraqi territory for attacks on Iran. They rejected reports of border crossings into Iran. Autonomy region stressed neutrality in neighboring conflicts.
- Iraqi Kurds control thousands of fighters along Iran's volatile northwest border.
- Iran hosts the largest Kurdish population outside Turkey, exceeding 10 million.
- US has allied with Kurds before, notably against ISIS in Syria and Iraq.
US-Iran Ceasefire War
The United States launched military strikes against Iran on June 26, 2026, in response to a drone attack on a commercial cargo ship in the Strait of Hormuz, calling it a "foolish violation" of the 60-day ceasefire agreement signed just days earlier[2][4][14].
26 June, 09:35 PM
US launches strikes against Iran following commercial ship attack26 June, 04:47 PM
Trump calls Iran drone attack on cargo ship a ceasefire violation
