Partition of Iraq is not a good idea

The Hill published my piece this morning:

The idea of partitioning Iraq is once again getting traction. It may of course happen. But it is not a good idea to pursue it and will not help to stabilize Iraq or Syria. It is a formula for more war, for decades to come.

You’ll have to read the rest on their website.

Daniel Serwer

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