Author: Timour Azhari

Despite the 2020 Sinjar Agreement calling for armed groups to leave and the appointment of a local mayor with a police force, the situation in Sinjar remains tense. Turkish drone strikes target PKK-aligned fighters, causing civilian casualties and further insecurity. Commander Akhtin Intiqam of the YBS defended their presence, stating they are responsible for protecting Sinjar. She expressed skepticism towards the agreement and vowed to fight against its implementation. Sinjar’s development is stagnant, with returning families receiving minimal government aid. Over 200,000 Yazidis reside in Kurdistan, many in tent settlements. The Iraqi government aims to dismantle the camps and encourage…