Mustafa Barzani
Kurdish politician and leader of the KDP
Born
1903
123 years ago
Died
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Iraq
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A prominent Kurdish politician, played a significant role in the Kurdish nationalist movement. Founded the Kurdistan Democratic Party (KDP) in 1946. Led multiple uprisings against Iraqi authorities seeking greater autonomy for Kurdish regions. Advocated for Kurdish rights and self-rule in Iraq, establishing the KDP as a leading political force. Engaged in negotiations with various Iraqi governments regarding Kurdish autonomy. Spent years in exile, trying to garner international support for the Kurdish cause before returning to Iraq.
Founded the Kurdistan Democratic Party
Led the Kurdish uprising of 1974
Negotiated autonomy agreements with Iraq
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