John Keith King Cautions Against Ground Front: Eyes on Kurds, Kharg Island and Kuwait

Prof. Kobi Michael: The Kurds might play a role, but it depends on the developments. Many Kurds are interested in achieving increased autonomy. Broader internal front could eventually emerge even without a single, centrally coordinated military operation. But any attempt to introduce Kurdish armed groups into the confrontation would immediately affect relations with Turkey.

Turkish opposition would be substantial but Ankara would not necessarily be able to prevent Kurdish groups from acting if they believed the regional conflict had created a historic opportunity.

The full interview was published on The Media Line on July 23, 2026.