The Rudaw Research Center's latest publication, "The Division of Ottoman Kurdistan Between Two States: Syria and Iraq," was released in 2023. This comprehensive work, composed of five sections, explores the division of Ottoman Kurdistan and its historical implications.

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The Division of Ottoman Kurdistan Between Two States: Syria and Iraq

Authored by Dr. Azad Ali, the book delves into key historical aspects, beginning with an introduction to Ottoman Kurdistan, navigating through several historical phases, and arriving at the present day. The author examines the Kurdish emirates, their levels of autonomy, and the historical geography of Kurdistan, drawing upon diverse sources.

This 618-page volume offers extensive historical and geographical insights, aiming to demonstrate that the land inhabited by Kurds today was historically Kurdish territory. It asserts the Kurds as the original inhabitants of the region, challenging some nationalist theories opposing Kurdish claims.