The Kurdish Freedom Movement refers to the political and social efforts by the Kurdish people to achieve greater autonomy, rights, and recognition within the countries they inhabit, primarily Turkey, Iraq, Iran, and Syria. This movement has historical roots in the early 20th century and has evolved through various political and military strategies, including the establishment of political parties and armed groups. Key organizations involved in the movement include the Kurdistan Workers' Party (PKK) in Turkey and the Peshmerga forces in Iraq. The movement seeks to address issues such as cultural rights, political representation, and self-determination for the Kurdish population, which is one of the largest ethnic groups without a sovereign state.