Caught in the Crossfire: Iraq's Kurdish Parties Face a Delicate Balance Amid Iran Attacks The war between the United States and Israel against Iran has thrust the delicate balance of power in Iraq to the forefront, particularly among its Iranian Kurdish parties.
For years, these groups have walked a tightrope, balancing their relationships with both Tehran and Washington while maintaining a fragile independence.
Recent attacks by Iranian drones and missiles on bases in northern Iraq have highlighted the risks faced by these parties.