Abdullah Mohtadi, secretary-general of the Iranian Kurdish opposition Komala party, stated in an interview with FRANCE 24 that Kurds in Iran have the potential to contribute significantly to a political turning point in the country. He highlighted growing instability within security forces operating in Kurdish areas and claimed that tens of thousands of young people in the region are prepared to take up arms, emphasizing that this movement is entirely homegrown and not supported by external actors.
The interview underscores the ongoing tensions in Iran’s Kurdish regions and the role of local resistance efforts. Mohtadi's remarks reflect broader concerns about internal security challenges and youth mobilization in areas with significant Kurdish populations. The discussion is part of a wider international focus on developments within Iran, particularly as they relate to ethnic minorities and political dissent.