Iranian Kurd fighters ready for a ground operation ‘if opportunity arises’

Al JazeeraCenterEN 1 min read 100% complete March 6, 2026 at 01:41 PM

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In Erbil, Iraq, an Iranian Kurdish group has stated they are prepared for a ground operation against Iran "if the opportunity arises." This announcement follows an Iranian drone attack targeting the group. The report, filed by Al Jazeera's Assed Baig, comes as former President Trump expressed support for an armed uprising against the Iranian government. The Iranian Kurdish fighters' readiness suggests a potential escalation of conflict between Kurdish groups and the Iranian government. The timing of this development coincides with heightened tensions and external support for opposition movements within Iran. The news was published on March 6, 2026.

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Key Player Opposition Context

Assed Baig 50% Donald Trump 60% Al Jazeera 60% Erbil 70% Iraq 70% Iran ×380% Iranian Kurdish group 80% Iranian Kurd fighters 90%

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iranian kurd fighters 90% ground operation 80% iran attack 70% armed uprising 60% erbil 50% drones 40%

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Al Jazeera

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70%

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Iran

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