VOICED : Kurdos de Irak votan en referendum de independencia

The video discusses the Kurdish independence referendum in Iraq, led by Massoud Barzani, aiming to establish a Kurdish state. The referendum, held in the autonomous region of Kurdistan, poses challenges to Iraq's unity and has drawn concerns from neighboring countries like Turkey and Iran. The Kurdish people, a stateless nation of 25-35 million, have a rich history dating back to ancient Persia and are predominantly Sunni Muslims.

What was the main goal of the Kurdish referendum in Iraq?

• To join the European Union

• To establish an independent Kurdish state

• To increase oil production

• To form a new government in Baghdad

Which Kurdish leader was responsible for initiating the independence referendum?

• Nechirvan Barzani

• Qubad Talabani

• Massoud Barzani

• Jalal Talabani

What was the stance of the Iraqi Prime Minister regarding the Kurdish referendum?

• He supported the referendum

• He opposed the referendum and aimed to preserve Iraq's unity

• He remained neutral

• He encouraged other regions to hold similar referendums

Which countries expressed concern over the Kurdish referendum due to their own Kurdish minorities?

• Saudi Arabia and Jordan

• Turkey and Iran

• Syria and Lebanon

• Egypt and Israel

From which ancient people do the Kurds descend?

• The Assyrians

• The Phoenicians

• The Medes

• The Babylonians