KurdishIranian

The Kurdish-Iranian people, also known as Kurds of Iran, are an ethnic group primarily residing in the western provinces of Iran, namely Kurdistan, Kermanshah, and Ilam. They are part of the broader Kurdish ethnic group, which is spread across several countries in the Middle East and South Caucasus. The Kurdish-Iranian community is predominantly Sunni Muslim, with a significant minority following the Yazidi, Yarsan, and Shia branches of Islam. They speak various dialects of the Kurdish language, which is part of the Indo-Iranian branch of the Indo-European language family. The Kurdish-Iranians have a rich cultural heritage, including traditional music, dance, and folklore. They have faced historical and contemporary challenges, including political marginalization, cultural suppression, and human rights issues. Despite these challenges, the Kurdish-Iranians have maintained their distinct identity and continue to play a significant role in Iran's cultural and political landscape.