The Kurdistan Democratic Party (KDP) has been accused of recruiting Syrian mercenaries to fight against the Kurdistan Workers' Party (PKK) in the Kurdistan region. A statement from the KDP, attributed to member Muhammad Zangana, confirmed cooperation with the Turkish-backed Syrian National Army (SNA) in Afrin through the Barzani Charitable Foundation. Zangana stated that their arrival to fight the PKK is welcomed and will not pose a threat to the KRG's security. This development was highlighted by the Rojava Network on X (formerly Twitter) in the early hours of September 21st. The report indicates a strategic alliance forming between KDP-affiliated groups and Syrian opposition fighters, who have previously operated with Turkish forces. The confirmation from Muhammad Zangana suggests a willingness by the KDP to engage external forces in the ongoing conflict with the PKK. The mention of the Barzani Charitable Foundation as a conduit for this cooperation indicates a potential use of humanitarian channels for military recruitment.
