The Evolution of the Peshmerga vs. the Case of Islamic State in Iraq

... the peshmerga in Iraq, and revealed their further transformation into a powerful force with international support. The rise of IS in the broader region of the Middle East highlighted Kurdish fighters as the main frontline troops against IS. Iraq’s Kurds have thus received the opportunity to advance their strategy and policies. This has not been easy, however, following a lengthy period of non-involvement in hostilities. Defence remains the long-term posture of the KRG and the Kurdish armed forces....