VOICED : Iraqi Kurds say future of disputed Kirkuk in their hands

The video discusses the Sunni militant offensive in Iraq and the role of Kurdish Peshmerga fighters in defending territories after the Iraqi Army's withdrawal. It highlights the ethnic and political complexities of Kirkuk, a city with significant oil reserves, and the security dynamics following the Sunni advance. The presence of Peshmerga has altered the status quo, potentially impacting the future administration of Kirkuk and its oil resources.

What role did the Peshmerga play in the defense of Kirkuk during the Sunni militant offensive?

What were the circumstances that led to the Iraqi Army abandoning their posts in Kirkuk?

What has been the historical dispute regarding the administration of Kirkuk?

How have the Kurdish residents of Kirkuk reacted to the presence of Peshmerga forces?

What impact might the presence of Peshmerga forces have on the oil reserves in Kirkuk?