The Kurdish Democratic Party (KDP) is a political party in the Kurdistan Region of Iraq. Founded in 1946, it aims to promote the rights and interests of the Kurdish people. The KDP has played a significant role in the region's political landscape, advocating for autonomy and self-governance. The party is led by the Barzani family, with Masoud Barzani being one of its most prominent leaders. The KDP has historically been involved in conflicts with both the Iraqi government and rival Kurdish factions, such as the Patriotic Union of Kurdistan (PUK), shaping the dynamics of Kurdish politics in Iraq.