Kurdish independence movement

The Kurdish independence movement seeks to establish a separate nation-state for the Kurdish people, who are an ethnic group primarily located in parts of Turkey, Iraq, Syria, and Iran. Historically, Kurds have faced suppression and political marginalization, and their efforts aim to gain autonomy or independence to preserve their cultural identity, language, and political rights. The movement involves political activism, negotiations, and sometimes armed conflict, influenced by regional geopolitics and opposition from existing states wary of territorial changes. While some progress has been made, a fully independent Kurdish state remains unachieved, facing complex regional challenges.