It hurt my heart when he said, "People of the middle east, we suffer from terrorism more than anyone else in the world, so don't stereotype us as terrorists."
This is something I’ve always thought of I couldn’t understand how people are labelling immigrants, who’ve fled from terrorism, the same label as their enemies. It’s sad.
The message at the end realy moved me (34:19). "We are different from outside but similar from inside". I wish more people come to realizing it! Huge thanks from Ukraine.
@Jesus Gonzalez ....are u ok, its just christianity, christianity influenced European cultrue not the other way round, just like it influenced the assyrian ppl who live in this so called Kurdistan
Drew just bring these guys to Pakistan. You came here and you had a wonderful experience. Ask these guys to trek to K2 base camp or do whatever they want. But please please please bring them to Pakistan. By the way I love your content.
Im watching this in 2024 after just discovering this channel. Just amazing storytelling and cinematography. The thing that makes these videos the best is the people. Love and kindness is what makes us human.
Same here. I spent an entire day binge watching this channel only, and forgot to eat lunch 😂. What an amazing channel with a great message. Also big shoutouts to the team behind the scenes. The production quality is top notch!
“People will not call me a terrorist, but a tourist” . One of the best lines I have ever heard on TH-cam. Baderkhan seems like an amazing guy. Well done Yes Theory, another amazing upload!
Baderkhan is the true example of someone who is patriotic. Instead of escaping from the situation the country is in, he wants to build and improve upon it until his last breath. This is what differs people like him from the people who think harming people other than their religion is what patriotism is. Mad respect!
*As a Kurdish It was my dream to see Yes Theory in Kurdistan Region!* Thanks for coming to the place I was raised and born! And so happy to see my friend Baderkhan here!
"we suffer from terrorism more than anyone else so don't stereotype us as terrorists" what a perfect thing to say. Everyone needs to hear that, especially in North America. Baderkhan is an amazing man. Amazing video guys. Videos like this are so important in bringing everyone together.
Baderkhan: "Some day, people will not call me a terrorist, they'll call me a tourist". That's an MLK speech-worthy line. Well said, Baderkhan. Thank you for this video. I've always wanted to see more of Iraq since my last, more 'unpleasant' visit. Well done!
Yea, we all recognize it when something is said that has deep history of emotion, struggle, and the wisdom born out of those underneath it. It's very interesting.
@@catapat4891 let’s just say I spent a year there in a capacity that was not as friendly as the one that Yes Theory experienced. That being said, it was one of the greatest experiences of my life.
I HAVE NEVER LEFT MY COUNTRY EVER & ONLY BEEN TO VERY FEW STATES. THIS VIDEO MADE ME CRY SO MUCH TO SEE THE BEAUTY IN THIS COUNTRY & TO SEE HIM SAY ALL IT NEEDED WAS LOVE.🥺 IF ONLY PEOPLE COULD SEE THE BEAUTY IN EVERYTHING INSTEAD OF BEING HATEFUL TOWARDS OTHERS JUST BECAUSE THEY DON'T LIVE UP TO THEIR STANDARDS OR JUST BECAUSE ALL THEY HAVE SHOWN US WAS THAT IT WAS NOTHING BUT WAR ZONE & TO STAY AWAY. IT IS EXACTLY VIDEOS LIKE THIS THAT HAVE ALSO CONVINCED ME TO MOVE TO ERBIL, IRAQ THIS FRIDAY OCTOBER 28TH, 2022. MAY GOD PROTECT US ALL NO MATTER WHERE IN THE WORLD WE ARE.❤️ BE KIND TO ONE ANOTHER & ALWAYS TRY YOUR BEST TO BE POSITIVE NO MATTER WHAT & REMEMBER LOVE & PEACE CONQUER ALL. 🥺❤️🎀 THANK YOU FOR THIS VIDEO! YOU HAVE A NEW SUBSCRIBER.❤️🎀
What is the name of that oldest monastery? Can we visit that? Can we coordinate with the same friend you have ti bring us there in the monastery? Sorry for asking. - from Arctic Canada here.
@@lanquinosirach9502 there place is call shangal in Kurdistan from North of Iraq and all stories are right happen you can That is the guys m.facebook.com/story.php?story_fbid=271271264355082&id=100044166319552
Seeing Yes Theory at 10 million would be insane, I just remember back to the time of sneaking into places with high visibility jackets and clipboards aha.
AAAAAAHHHHH!!!! PAAAAAIIIINNNN!!!!!! I broke my hand yesterday because of the hate comments I get on my amazing videos. I was so angry that I punched a hole in my computer. Please don't comment anything mean on my wonderful videos, dear cus
These people were all such beautiful souls ❤This video brought me tears. The fact that they are still so optimistic despite their situation, has changed my outlook on life. Sending the people of Iraq all my love, health, happiness, and peace. 🙏
THERE IS NO COUNTRY IN THE WORD AS KURDISTAN..IT IS ILLEGAL NAME.. It would be more correct to call it Northern Iraq instead of Kurdistan. Since the Turkmen, who have owned that geography for 1000 years, are only seen as a minority, then the Kurds are also a minority. That is Northern Iraq.
@@ssoruyorum why are you so salty that kurdistan has some of the best history in the world? citadel is the oldest place in the world that has had people constantly living in there. kurdistan is recognized by more countries than your brain could comprehend. kurdistan WAS a country but was broken apart. of course you are too blind and deaf to believe that, it doesn't matter. what matters is that one day we'll get our country back and we'll lead a great life. we have our own flag, language, culture, people, and music. and most importantly, we have respect and love that we share with our own. you can cry all you want about kurdistan not existing, but i know you just feel threatened.
Badar khan's story really touched my heart because I have a similar story to him. I was born and raised in a city called Idlib in northern Syria, you might have heard about it on the news. I had to leave my school, friends and relatives behind at a young age, I was 9 years old. My mum took me and my 4 other siblings and we went to the Turkish border and we met with a guy that will help us smuggle into Turkey because we had Syrian passports but we couldn't get in. So the only way in was to go through fields and it was tough for my mum because she had to carry my younger siblings because they couldn't walk long distances. Then I remember when we got into Turkey, the Turkish people are the most hospitable and caring people you could ever meet, because I remember it was winter time and we had no place to go to or sleep so we just sat in a park and cuddled up to stay warm and we had no food. Then a Turkish man seen us from his house and came over and gave us food and water and we were so grateful for him. Then we went to Ankara airport and took a plane all the way to Manchester airport that is in the UK were we met up with our dad because we haven't seen him for over 4 years because he rarely used to cone home because he used to work in Greece and send the money to my mum back in Syria. And the way my dad came to the UK is way more difficult than the way we came in because he had to cross freezing cold rivers and damped fields at night so he wouldn't get caught then when he got to France he jumped into a loaded truck that had baby milk powder and that almost killed him because it was air seeled and he had little air to breath. But Allah didn't want him to die so when he crossed into the UK the police caught him and took him into the refuge hostel in the UK to have a place and make documents for us to fly from Turkey to Manchester. So when we got to Manchester it felt like it's a new chapter in my life because I knew that I can see my dad everyday and I'm able to live in a safe environment and go to school and complete my education. So when we met my dad in the airport I can still remember this like it's as bright as day light in my memory, I remember we were looking for him then when we recognised him we ran so fast and gave him the biggest hug and kisses then we got a national express bus the the city my dad was in. It's called Liverpool and that's when I went to school, I started in year 5 when I didn't even know a single word of English so wheb students used to speak to me I just nodded my head to them. But now obviously my English is 100% better than what it was 7/8 years ago😂😂. And the 2nd chapter or i should say tye 3rd chapter in our life was when we officially became free because on the 26th october 2019 we had a ceremony at the st georges catgerdial in Liverpool and wr got our British citizenship and that was a really happy time for me and my family because we felt free to travel to places were we couldn't go because we had no passports. All thanks to Allah because he is the one that planned this life for me. Alhamdulillah my family is safe and happy and I'm so grateful for everything that has happened in my life because my studies are going well and currently I'm in my first year of 6th form and I can't wait to see what my future holds for me. Because after 6th form I'm going to university to study Dentistry and hopefully become a dentist. I'm so sorry that this comment was sooo long but if you've read all of it please leave a like so I know that people actually read it. Even though it was a long comment I still have more to say but I'll leave it as it is and I want to thank you again for taking the time out of your day and reading this. I love you and I pray for the best in your future. Peace from 🇸🇾/🇬🇧❤❤
@@hosinaljomaa8722 thank you so much for sharing! I am so pleased to hear that your future is bright and that you are safe. Your English is very impressive! I hope that you do achieve all of your dreams. I know that you’ll make a huge impact on everyone around you.
“Every Muslims are not terrorist and every terrorist are not Muslims” What a story and documentary man! I hope every people should see this video and change their mindset about Muslim countries and people. Being a person from South Asia, I loved the way Iraqi people are and their tradition and culture. Beautiful content with beautiful story! Heaps of love ❤️
@@mrlonely5324Eg: US Army... I don't think so there is a bigger terrorist organization. If you are talking about smaller groups then we have some in India ( Separatists )
“We people from the middle east suffer more from terrorism than anyone else in the world, so please don’t stereotype us.” Couldn’t say it better, Baderkhan is the best
The historical times he is referencing, are not accurate, deliberately twisted, and misconstrued to fit his outlined agenda.Therefore I know what he is saying are significant spun up lies. This has been nothing more, then a propaganda video for him and the "Kurds".
@@rangkazzaz771 I have no affiliation, With Kurds, Arabs Muslims, or the MiddleEast other then it being my former Duty station. I'm just over the propaganda, Kurds have been looked after really well by the international community but are consistently double dealing in attempts to carve a country inside already existing sovereign nations, undermining stability of the region. @Rang Kazzaz get cultured & educated please.
What a pleasure it was to host Yes theory in my home 💙 The video turned out even greater than I expected, thank you Thomas for coming to Erbil and using your voice to amplify love and empathy. Matt and Ammar I wish you were her as well hopefully one day we can host the whole Yes theory fam in my country.
Can we all just take a minute to appreciate the hospitality and energy of Baderkhan? His way of living is such an inspiration, even after everything he’s been through. Thank you for sharing this; you just got a new subscriber. Greetings from Norway 🇳🇴
As a Big and old Yes Theory fan from northern Iraq ( Kurdistan), I never thought that one day I will be able to tell my story and the story of my people through Yes Theory's channel to the world. When I met Thomas, at that moment I believed in the power of the law of attraction, and the power of the Internet. Yes, Theory has shaped my life in many ways, and I don't know how thankful and grateful I'm for them. Thank you Yes Theory, Thank You Badirkhan for letting this happen, and thanks to all the other crew.
@@degoose2447 super wrong, i love our kurdish population in Turkey, they are awesome and very different from you. i blame you guys because when IRAQ collapsed you guys are like vulture, you dint support IRAQ which are your country! what a shame on you
If Baderkahn opens up a tourism business I’m there. His laugh and his first hand knowledge of Iraq is saddening but beautiful as well. It’s beautiful to see someone who has gone through such a traumatic experience be genuinely happy and vivacious about life. His laugh alone is capable of warming hearts. Thank y’all for this video!
as an Iraqi Christian, this makes me so incredibly happy to see. I was born in Iraq and moved out when i was 4. I wish to go back and visit my home land some day.
Same as me, I was born in Iraq and moved when I was 1 and a half years old. People make it seem as Iraq is a bad country but, I know deep down that it is so beautiful
So I totally love his energy & I hope Iraq/Northern Iraq/ Kurdistan finds peace and harmony soon . As a Nigerian , I can totally relate to his passport issues, the instability , insecurity, terrorism , weird stares& names when traveling on a little scale & like him & most Kurds do ( I happen to have a Kurdish friend & he is such a delight ) we handle it all with laughter and happiness, so as not to dwell on the bad things . It takes its toll though. I just discovered this channel last month, like 4 days after my birthday & I have been hooked ( also showed my mum some videos on here & she totally loved them )& it’s good vibes & messages all through . Keep it up Yes Fam.
Kurdistan is peaceful and most of Iraq is safe and peaceful. The war ended in 2017. As you can see in this video the Kurdistan region is pretty developed
I just hope that war vanish from the earth and we all live together in harmony and work together to build a better future 😢 people can practice their very own religion, but working together to achieve what we all deserve together. I hope the world unite under one rule: peaceful ❤️
Baderkhan is one of the strongest people I've ever seen. He radiates positive energy. It would have been so easy to fall into negative emotions with every thing he's experienced and seen. I cannot even imagine. I think if I ever got lucky enough to meet him, I'd probably super glue myself to him haha I need that energy in my life all the time. What an amazing person.
“People will not call me a terrorist but call me a tourist”. You could feel the pain in his laugh and I could really relate because I’m too Iraqi and living in the US. I hope this video at least changes the perspective of some people. Very and always thankful for Yes Theory!
Hi Yousif, I just want to tell you Iraq is not synonymous with "terrorism and war" for a lot of people in the world. When 9/11 happened I was a little girl. I remember everything of that day and the years that followed. I remember the hate aimed at Arabs, Middle-Easterners and muslims totally uncalled for. I always felt so deeply sorry for the people of Iraq (and Afghanistan) who were victims twice: first of the regimes and then of the war and instability that followed. When I grew up and it came time to choose a university, I chose to study languages, literatures and cultures. One of the languages I chose was Arabic. I wanted to know more about the language and by default about the culture, the history and the people. I never had hate towards Arabs or Iraqi on the contrary I was super curious to know about Iraqis. Since the first images I saw of Baghdad I wanted to go there and visit the place. Now I'm almost done with my degree and I hope I will be able to go there. Sorry for the poem I wrote, lol it's a long winded response to your statement only to say that a lot of people are curious and benevolent towards you
"it doesn't matter whether you are Yazeedi, Muslim, or Jewish we all pray to the same God" He was saying this while the three of them had their arms on each other's shoulders pretty much hugging each other...i love seeing things like this that was so wholesome I love to see people from different parts of the world from different cultures showing respect and love to each other that's what it's all about ✌️ mainstream media forces people to think that we're all so different and that we cannot mingle with each other and that of we do we won't get along and that it will be awkward but in reality we're all so similar and can enjoy and respect each other's company and cultures and can even be brothers and sisters
Mainstream media is very much on the left side of politics and are so easy to claim racism or any other type of bigotry, yet they deal in identity politics and segregation, which is incredibly bigoted. Identity politics stereotypes people of a certain culture, subculture, lifestyle, etc. People should not be defined by what they are but by who they are. Are there bad people in these cultures? Of course there are. But there are also good people. We should not be ignorant about cultures and ask people of different cultures about their culture. Not only are they happy to talk about their culture, but knowledge removes fear. Ignorance and the unknown is fear. Unfortunately, thanks to mainstream media, we are living in a pandemic of fear.
In Iraq, our religions differ, and there are also many nationalities. We love each other and live in peace. I love them all because they are my countrymen.
Honestly, videos like these are so progressive for the general westerns society view on the middle east, it is people like these who are changing the world for the better. one experience at a time. thankyou guys x
"we may walk slow, but we never stop." that whole interview was really powerful. the videos in Iraq and Afghanistan are some of my favorites that yes theory have put out, thank you for going there with such an open mind and showing us how things really are
@@janche Would you say its also part of the religions of the West and culture too? Given the amount of bombs dropped and countries reduced to rubble, not to mention the genocides by these countries. Terror is not part of the religion, very ignorant statement.
@@janche or maybe it’s due to the large concentration of Muslims in one region in turn extremists are bound to rise as in the case of the KKK in the US, you shouldn’t correlate a religion with 200 different sects under one umbrella.
This documentary should be on a bigger platform, like Netflix or something. More people need to see this. The filming, the way they show the culture. It’s beautiful. ❤️
No will make a documentary based on lies, Disappointed in Yes Theory for not fact checking before publishing some guy who drives them around North Iraq spinning up factless lies to fit his personal narrative and manipulation.
THERE IS NO COUNTRY IN THE WORD AS KURDISTAN..IT IS ILLEGAL NAME.. It would be more correct to call it Northern Iraq instead of Kurdistan. Since the Turkmen, who have owned that geography for 1000 years, are only seen as a minority, then the Kurds are also a minority. That is Northern Iraq.
I full on broke down crying when the guide said all Iraq needs is love. This and your Afghanistan video have given me a fully new perspective on these countries and how welcoming everyone really is.
I thought I was overwhelmed with feelings, but you're so right.. It's a beautiful thing these guys are doing.. restoring my faith in are fellow Man and Woman.. Because he's right it's up to us the real and normal people of this world and not the politicians who lie, kill,deceive, and divide us .. no more , ignorance is a choice.. I choose Love
Baderkhan's attitude is infectious as hell. Instantly followed on IG. I'm ashamed to admit that in the past I felt prejudice against people from these countries. I will forever be ashamed of it but will never deny it. The word Terrorist is such a damning, intense word that should never be used to define a people but I fear I may have done so when I was younger, there's no excuse for that. Baderkhan you are a beautiful human being and I'm sorry. I'm now 31 years old, in a flood of tears watching this. Thank you Yes Theory
I actually got a little bit of tears reading this, Im an Iraqian, and people hate me for no reason.as he said we are the once being effected by this, every iraqy family have lost a family member. they fought the war against the terriost, and we won! :) you have a good day
This was so incredibly deep and profound. Truly beautiful. The trip. The people. The culture. The scenery. Wonderful. The whole world is rooting for the people of Iraq
As a Westerner, I feel that we have a very brainwashed perspective of the middle east (particularly in the US and Canadian media). It's tragic. Thank you for sharing your experiences, to help dispel misinformation about how kind-hearted and peaceful most of the people here are.
From my opinion most of the "normal" peaope who dont have power,money... are good and welcoming no mether wich religion are they or where are from. I belive in that from bottom of my heart. This is bad time for all human population we need more love and care and world would be a better place. But politicans as he said in video try to separate peope on religion or national side so they easy control. Is so sad to see what middle East been trought, we had a war 20 years ago and war is so stupid thing in human kind.
This Prison damn my dad got tortured in this person and when i show him the video he got a goosebumps and started crying! He said that some people stayed 4 days without food and some people used to break the bread down into small pieces so that pigeons come and eat then they hunt them and eat them alive. Im happy my dad is alive and sad for everyone who lose their fathers there.
That is crazy man, on behalf of myself and the others who saw this comment, it is an absolute honor to see you here. I respect you so, so much after seeing the reality and truth of Iraq, such difficult things you people go through yet you still find ways to enjoy life. That is something I’d give my life to do. We all love and appreciate you, I hope you are ok, your family and friends too. No one should have to go through such an experience as that and to know you still come out on top is remarkable, honorable, impressive, and amazing. Love you and your dad so, so much man. Best of luck to all of you ❤️💞
Badarkan is a truly enlightened individual and needs to go on a world speaking tour. If he and people like him could tell the world such a simple message like people are not terrorists and just simply need love then I think the world could heal itself in a heartbeat. Thank you so much for this video and please keep up the good work, you too are helping to heal this planet.
Mesopotamia is not Kurdistan. It’s Assyria. Kurds tried stealing it after killing many Assyrians for the land. It’s not Kurdistan Kurdistan doesn’t exist.
@@MariVelvet_You said well that it is northern Iraq, our land and our country, so that the world stops saying Kurdistan. There is no such thing as Kurdistan. There is such a thing as Iraq.
As a Kurd from the Netherlands, I just want to thank all people who made this video possible. It's so important for the world to see and hear about Kurds. Thank you, thank you! Baderkhan I hope to meet you in person one day. You radiate positive energy and love.
“They will stop calling me a terrorist, and start calling me a tourist.” What an inspirational guy. You can see that he’s passionate for change in his country. He knows the hate that the country is getting and is actively WANTING to change it for the future of Iraq.
Im an iraqi ( from mosul ) and this is great and weird at the same time watching my favorite TH-camrs visit my own city , I myself as a 16 year old girl who lived through the war and loads more from my grandpa getting kidnapped and tortured to loosing everything we owned i still love my country and so happy to see this, i wish one day to write a book about my story my country to let everyone know how strong and beautiful this country is and its people.
I just love how hard they keep on trying to keep us believing in those lies, it will be all in vein, videos like these share the knowledge, shows the good in humanity! We moving towards a better world together
@@somethung8188 I always find that fascinating. Because here in the US everyone blindly follows CNN and or Fox News. They are both problem causers and instead of fighting with love most people only saw hate on all sides lol.
In February of 2021 I was terrified to go to the grocery store & Thomas is going to Iraq. This channel has showed me that I've built a prison of fear for myself & I hate it. Thank you for all of the Blessings that you give others.
@@kurdwaarKurdistan in northern Iraq. What is this? Do you want to divide the state of Iraq? Kurdistan is an Iraqi region and is also located in the north of Iraq. This is annoying. I live in the Kurdistan region. It bothers me when you say Kurdistan, say Iraq.
kurdistan isnt irak, we have a kurdish leader, masud barzani and we have a different culture and lifestyle, if it bothers you that we want to be indiependent and treated with respect then thats a you problem@@jjggjjjjjhhuu6707
The fact that im watching this for free Is crazy! The production on this and storytelling is next level and honestly better than a lot of documentary series on Netflix and other sites! Cant wait for more!
13:17 "When you give energy, you will get it back. If you keep laughing, believe me, you will get a lot of laughters." - such a heartwarming quote from this human
@@ciwah1885 lol its originally iraqi land inhabited by iraninan kurds... you lot came as refugees and still are refugees.. every dime that goes into kurdish cities is from arabic oil otherwise your broke
It's almost 2023, I have just recently found your channel, and while I am jealous that you get to experience these moments and I don't I also feel that you put out wonderful content (I LOVED your video on Syria). You absolutely deserve to have gotten to 10 million by now and wish you the best of luck on achieving that goal!
I'm a British born Iraqi guy. Never visited due to the wars, and have been mostly disconnected from the culture. This video was awesome and makes me wanna go.
@@Blackbereh well i’m a british born iraqi just like you and honestly it’s not even about the places you go it’s just the vibes and the family there. for me personally i love the old traditional roads where i can chill have lamb tikka and tea😅
The segment at 29:00 is 100% right and is something I’ve always said. Those in the Middle East have suffered the most of terrorism but it is the West that is fearful and feels damaged. Also, Jews, Christians, and Muslims, we are brothers and sisters, we believe in the same god, our prophets are the same. Look at the 100s of similarities rather than the minor amount of differences
I agree we have many similarities. We are created in the image of God (Genesis 1:27). If we all agreed with that, I believe the world would be a better place. There are some key differences between the 3 faiths, however. Christians believe Jesus is God. Jews do not. Christians believe Jesus died on a cross, and then rose from the grave. Muslims deny this claim. They are similar in that they all believe in one God, but differ on one very important thing - who Jesus is. They can't all be right, right? :) Here's a video clip that explains differences between the main religions in the world. th-cam.com/video/14ze_SVg-0E/w-d-xo.html If you declare with your mouth, "Jesus is Lord," and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved. (Romans 10:9)
@@q2quiherrey673 It's true. Even in the Quran it mentioned that Christians will be saved. They will have the option on the day of judgement to join Islam once Isiah (Jesus) says he's Muslim. I mean It's all very simulate, in teachings, in way of life, in stories. It's just what people have said after the original books were realized. That's the only difference, at the start we were all the same. Such a shame people want to kill millions of people just in the name of god. The god that we both worship to.
Thank you for this video, my girlfriend is Kurd from Kurdistan , Will visit her family in Slemani in the summer. I would like to see Iraq as well. Best Wishes from Sweden!
As someone that’s from Iraq and has been staying in Baghdad for the past 3 months I’m grateful for people like you showing people the good of everywhere
Seeing this video took me into tears, I love how you "YES THEORY" spread positive energy and love. Being a Kurd and seeing that you are showing the world how grateful we are despite all the extreme struggles we faced in the past is extraordinary... KEEP IT UP
Baderkhan is such a mood lift. I‘ve been kinda depressed/stressed out bc of exams and lockdown the last weeks cuz i also had a surgery last week but this video made me forget about everything for a second.
I swear none of the things I've seen on media are reality, most highly exaggerated good sides hidden. Kind of evil people that leads us blocks us from knowing such good people exist
Yeah but Kurdistan is also completely different from Iraq. Its people, culture, history, and even religion are totally different from that of Iraq (You know there are Kurdistanians who are blond-hair blue-eyed?). Kurdistan is not even supposed to be part of Iraq. Even when it was part of Iraq under Saddam Hussein, it was a self-autonomous region. And UN and the world, in order to appease Iraq just lumped Kurdistan together with Iraq. And when the world imposed sanctions on Iraq, it imposed sanctions on Kurdistan too bringing much misery to its people. It's just that its unfortunate geographic location of being completely surrounded by five countries on all sides, it has been always been a site of war, much to the chagrin of the people there. And the people of Kurdistan have fought very bravely and very hard against the oppression by Saddam Hussein who used chemical warfare, land mines, everything sinister possible to bring Kurdistan under its control. Glad to see Kurdistan is finally enjoying some economic prosperity.
I'm currently stationed in Erbil as U.S. military. Ever since I knew I was coming here I've been so curious about the culture here. Thank you for giving me the opportunity to see Kurdistan from the other side of the fence that I unfortunately otherwise wouldn't have had. The few Kurds that I've been lucky to interact with here are such happy, kind people. I hope to come back to visit someday without the uniform on and the duties and restrictions that come along with it. I'd love to truly experience the beautiful region, culture, and people of Kurdistan!
@@m7madidriss1991 when he didn't experience it doesn't mean they aren't !! he just met Kurds not the rest of Iraqis plus we Kurds are not Iraqi nor we do not want to be, we just forced to be a part of Iraq !!! but whatever I love Arabs and they very warm and kind people ....
@@chakibashi267 by the way, I didn't say that I belong to the Arabic nation. I love Kurds more than other people, plus my close friends are pure Kurds. I just wanted him to show the positive side of the whole Iraqi people. I don't have any objection if you get independence in a peaceful way. It's the right of every nation to decide its destiny. My personal wish is to remain united and live together in a strong and united country that reserves the rights of its citizens regardless of their identities.
I grew up in Kurdish northern Iraq but moved to Germany in 2010 with the age of eight and I have to say, I had (mostly happy) tears in my eyes for the whole 36 minutes... I did recognise everything in Erbil, apart from that the dishes, the Culture the heart worming people... literally one of the best videos I have ever seen! Thank you Thomas and everyone else involved!!
People are people anywhere you go. There are good and bad people everywhere. Generally if you be kind to people and show them respect, they will give it back.
This video is completely mindblowing. It's emotional, it's educational, it's inspiring. My entire soul has a burning desire to travel and meet new people right now. There's no other channel, or philosophy, than Yes Theory that can make me feel this way. I hope I can achieve to challenge myself to seek discomfort in the near future.
As an Iraqi Canadian who visited Kurdistan 2 years ago watching this, I’m glad you guys showed the country in the light it deserves. Kurdistan is very safe. Baghdad not so much at the moment
While there was an attack in Baghdad in January. Keep in mind that it was the first attack in 3 years so it’s not common. Baghdad is pretty safe as a city. If anything Diyala or Kirkuk outskirts are the dangerous parts of Iraq. But Iraq will eventually fully develop and become a fully functional nation where Arabs, Kurds, Assyrians, Chaldeans, Yazidis, Turkmens, and Mandaeans can live together in peace.
@@tree3y763 only Arabs should be inhabiting Iraq. Kurds are Iranian as well as yazidis whom are also Kurds, they should go to their homeland Iran... Assyrians and Chaldeans are ancient Arabs, under a different label mostly because they follow Christianity and inhabited Iraq during a different empire period. The Mandaeans are Jews from Palestine specifically Nazareth, they migrated to southern Iraq and khuzestan region. And the Turkmens I have no problem with solely because they’ve integrated normally into the society and don’t hold an obscene claim to regions of Iraq like how the Kurds do. 😐
@@lets_wrapitup We live in our land Before thousands of years arabs Came To Iraq And this is Kurdistan And You should Go to Saudi Arabia to sahra And we are not iranian We live in our land thousand Of years
@@moneer7139 there is no one called kurd if he is not kurdish. So be sure mohammad el kurd and muna el kurd are kurds. They are palatinian kurds. There are thousands of palatinian and Israeli kurds.
As an American, I have zero negative feelings for any country in the world despite what the media tries to portray. Iraq was absolutely beautiful, and the people even more beautiful. I would love to visit this place. Thank you for sharing. #LOVE
"One day people will not call me a terrorist, but call me a tourist" wow, that's an emotional statement to process.
Indeed brother!
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That's what stood out for me in the video also
“...later people won’t call me a terrorist, but a tourist!” What a charming and upbeat man, we need more people like him in this world.
That was the best line of the whole video
There are more people like him on our planet than the media wants us to believe.
for real, speachless
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It hurt my heart when he said, "People of the middle east, we suffer from terrorism more than anyone else in the world, so don't stereotype us as terrorists."
This is something I’ve always thought of I couldn’t understand how people are labelling immigrants, who’ve fled from terrorism, the same label as their enemies. It’s sad.
The sad truth, But the USA is trying to change that.
@@ANGELQV113 lol then why did they give Al-Queda funds and weapons
@@danieljaramillo9936 pshhhh we dont talk about that. Stop ruining the US "Hero" Image.. ;)
@Ladey Babey ummm America invaded Iraq for oil and started all this.
The message at the end realy moved me (34:19). "We are different from outside but similar from inside". I wish more people come to realizing it! Huge thanks from Ukraine.
“One day they will not call me a terrorist, they will call me a tourist”- What an incredible story. Thank you for showing this to the world!
this is where I stop rn, lmao, i would like to quote that too,he's such an amazing person
th-cam.com/video/aTeS_zAYT6E/w-d-xo.html wow
And the moon in the background gave me chills!!
@Jesus Gonzalez ....are u ok, its just christianity, christianity influenced European cultrue not the other way round, just like it influenced the assyrian ppl who live in this so called Kurdistan
I started crying when he said "later on, people won't call me a terrorist, they will call me a tourist."
That statement made me cry too. It was crazy how he was laughing and talking about such sad and horrible things but making positivity about it.
Wth why do you cry with that? Seek help you two. It's not normal to cry that easily.
Dude it was seriously one of the best trips of my life ! So grateful to share it together and can’t wait for the next 🙏🙏
Drew Binsky!
Thank you for showing us how beautiful the people and the place really is around the world
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Drew just bring these guys to Pakistan. You came here and you had a wonderful experience. Ask these guys to trek to K2 base camp or do whatever they want. But please please please bring them to Pakistan. By the way I love your content.
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Im watching this in 2024 after just discovering this channel. Just amazing storytelling and cinematography. The thing that makes these videos the best is the people. Love and kindness is what makes us human.
I just had them come up in suggested streams last night. I'm thanking the algorithm gods for this. My old hippie heart is soaring!
Just started watching just about a week ago and I watched about 20 videos!
Same here. I spent an entire day binge watching this channel only, and forgot to eat lunch 😂. What an amazing channel with a great message. Also big shoutouts to the team behind the scenes. The production quality is top notch!
I'm with you. I found them a few weeks ago. I'm so inspired.
“People will not call me a terrorist, but a tourist” . One of the best lines I have ever heard on TH-cam. Baderkhan seems like an amazing guy. Well done Yes Theory, another amazing upload!
When he said that it made me soooo emotional 🥺
Baderkhan is the true example of someone who is patriotic. Instead of escaping from the situation the country is in, he wants to build and improve upon it until his last breath. This is what differs people like him from the people who think harming people other than their religion is what patriotism is. Mad respect!
well said.
@Ahmad Itani and that they deserve.
@@user-lm9oq6yw6n They are already autonomous in their regions and have their own president
Kurds want a separate country which is basically everything you saw in this video. It's kurdish culture and cities here.
@@kurdishcaptionsteam5377 that's why I never mention Iraq. Instead I just said his country😊
*As a Kurdish It was my dream to see Yes Theory in Kurdistan Region!*
Thanks for coming to the place I was raised and born! And so happy to see my friend Baderkhan here!
Yesss God bless you
Sameee
I'm so appreciative of seeing it this genuine way ... full of solid context... looks wonderful.
I am Turkish 🖐
Ayyyy a fellow Kurd
He is such a beautiful soul, what a world we would have if more people had the same outlook on life as he does. So much love for his country❤️❤️
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"we suffer from terrorism more than anyone else so don't stereotype us as terrorists" what a perfect thing to say. Everyone needs to hear that, especially in North America. Baderkhan is an amazing man. Amazing video guys. Videos like this are so important in bringing everyone together.
Baderkhan: "Some day, people will not call me a terrorist, they'll call me a tourist". That's an MLK speech-worthy line. Well said, Baderkhan.
Thank you for this video. I've always wanted to see more of Iraq since my last, more 'unpleasant' visit. Well done!
Yea, we all recognize it when something is said that has deep history of emotion, struggle, and the wisdom born out of those underneath it. It's very interesting.
can you tell me your experience what happened
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He deserve a nobel peace prize for the effort he put to change this world
@@catapat4891 let’s just say I spent a year there in a capacity that was not as friendly as the one that Yes Theory experienced. That being said, it was one of the greatest experiences of my life.
Man I loved this so much.
Didn’t you call Madeline Albright your “diplomacy hero”? The same one that said killing 500,000 Iraqi children to disarm Iraq was “worth it”?
OMGosh ! Johnny HARRISSSS!!!! I love your videos too! I hope we'll soon see a collab with YesTheory :)
Yayyyy! Johnny you are here too! 😄
Johnny Harris ur amazing
Big fan of yours. I liked your video about how us stole middle east , iraq, hawaii
I HAVE NEVER LEFT MY COUNTRY EVER & ONLY BEEN TO VERY FEW STATES. THIS VIDEO MADE ME CRY SO MUCH TO SEE THE BEAUTY IN THIS COUNTRY & TO SEE HIM SAY ALL IT NEEDED WAS LOVE.🥺 IF ONLY PEOPLE COULD SEE THE BEAUTY IN EVERYTHING INSTEAD OF BEING HATEFUL TOWARDS OTHERS JUST BECAUSE THEY DON'T LIVE UP TO THEIR STANDARDS OR JUST BECAUSE ALL THEY HAVE SHOWN US WAS THAT IT WAS NOTHING BUT WAR ZONE & TO STAY AWAY. IT IS EXACTLY VIDEOS LIKE THIS THAT HAVE ALSO CONVINCED ME TO MOVE TO ERBIL, IRAQ THIS FRIDAY OCTOBER 28TH, 2022. MAY GOD PROTECT US ALL NO MATTER WHERE IN THE WORLD WE ARE.❤️ BE KIND TO ONE ANOTHER & ALWAYS TRY YOUR BEST TO BE POSITIVE NO MATTER WHAT & REMEMBER LOVE & PEACE CONQUER ALL. 🥺❤️🎀 THANK YOU FOR THIS VIDEO! YOU HAVE A NEW SUBSCRIBER.❤️🎀
Your stories are unbelievable.
It's great content. Wholesome. Lolz
No they’re stories
I wish there was less editing and voice overs and more raw, real video but whatever
What is the name of that oldest monastery? Can we visit that? Can we coordinate with the same friend you have ti bring us there in the monastery? Sorry for asking. - from Arctic Canada here.
@@lanquinosirach9502 there place is call shangal in Kurdistan from North of Iraq and all stories are right happen you can
That is the guys
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Seeing Yes Theory at 10 million would be insane, I just remember back to the time of sneaking into places with high visibility jackets and clipboards aha.
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AAAAAAHHHHH!!!! PAAAAAIIIINNNN!!!!!!
I broke my hand yesterday because of the hate comments I get on my amazing videos. I was so angry that I punched a hole in my computer. Please don't comment anything mean on my wonderful videos, dear cus
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They deserve it. I love this channel
Man they’ll do whatever possible to get there just by the amazing vibe people get out of them
Baderkhan's laugh is so contagious, one of the most cheerful people I've seen on this channel
I didn’t know what you meant
Then I heard it
You are so right
His energy is just out of this world
These people were all such beautiful souls ❤This video brought me tears. The fact that they are still so optimistic despite their situation, has changed my outlook on life. Sending the people of Iraq all my love, health, happiness, and peace. 🙏
This isn’t Iraq, it’s Kurdistan.
@@thegratepotato1281This is northern Iraq, you idiot. Stop saying Kurdistan. You are in Iraqi territory and northern Iraq
Thank you from Iraq
@@thegratepotato1281 حقآ اي تقع كردستان انا لا أراها في الخارطة
That Kurdish Gentleman speaks such lovely words, Bless his soul
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Totally🥺 they’re the sweeties ❤️
are you britian?
THERE IS NO COUNTRY IN THE WORD AS KURDISTAN..IT IS ILLEGAL NAME.. It would be more correct to call it Northern Iraq instead of Kurdistan. Since the Turkmen, who have owned that geography for 1000 years, are only seen as a minority, then the Kurds are also a minority. That is Northern Iraq.
@@ssoruyorum why are you so salty that kurdistan has some of the best history in the world? citadel is the oldest place in the world that has had people constantly living in there. kurdistan is recognized by more countries than your brain could comprehend. kurdistan WAS a country but was broken apart. of course you are too blind and deaf to believe that, it doesn't matter. what matters is that one day we'll get our country back and we'll lead a great life. we have our own flag, language, culture, people, and music. and most importantly, we have respect and love that we share with our own. you can cry all you want about kurdistan not existing, but i know you just feel threatened.
I needed Baderkhan’s laugh. His laugh has literally turned my day around.
Badar khan's story really touched my heart because I have a similar story to him. I was born and raised in a city called Idlib in northern Syria, you might have heard about it on the news. I had to leave my school, friends and relatives behind at a young age, I was 9 years old. My mum took me and my 4 other siblings and we went to the Turkish border and we met with a guy that will help us smuggle into Turkey because we had Syrian passports but we couldn't get in. So the only way in was to go through fields and it was tough for my mum because she had to carry my younger siblings because they couldn't walk long distances. Then I remember when we got into Turkey, the Turkish people are the most hospitable and caring people you could ever meet, because I remember it was winter time and we had no place to go to or sleep so we just sat in a park and cuddled up to stay warm and we had no food. Then a Turkish man seen us from his house and came over and gave us food and water and we were so grateful for him. Then we went to Ankara airport and took a plane all the way to Manchester airport that is in the UK were we met up with our dad because we haven't seen him for over 4 years because he rarely used to cone home because he used to work in Greece and send the money to my mum back in Syria. And the way my dad came to the UK is way more difficult than the way we came in because he had to cross freezing cold rivers and damped fields at night so he wouldn't get caught then when he got to France he jumped into a loaded truck that had baby milk powder and that almost killed him because it was air seeled and he had little air to breath. But Allah didn't want him to die so when he crossed into the UK the police caught him and took him into the refuge hostel in the UK to have a place and make documents for us to fly from Turkey to Manchester. So when we got to Manchester it felt like it's a new chapter in my life because I knew that I can see my dad everyday and I'm able to live in a safe environment and go to school and complete my education. So when we met my dad in the airport I can still remember this like it's as bright as day light in my memory, I remember we were looking for him then when we recognised him we ran so fast and gave him the biggest hug and kisses then we got a national express bus the the city my dad was in. It's called Liverpool and that's when I went to school, I started in year 5 when I didn't even know a single word of English so wheb students used to speak to me I just nodded my head to them. But now obviously my English is 100% better than what it was 7/8 years ago😂😂. And the 2nd chapter or i should say tye 3rd chapter in our life was when we officially became free because on the 26th october 2019 we had a ceremony at the st georges catgerdial in Liverpool and wr got our British citizenship and that was a really happy time for me and my family because we felt free to travel to places were we couldn't go because we had no passports. All thanks to Allah because he is the one that planned this life for me. Alhamdulillah my family is safe and happy and I'm so grateful for everything that has happened in my life because my studies are going well and currently I'm in my first year of 6th form and I can't wait to see what my future holds for me. Because after 6th form I'm going to university to study Dentistry and hopefully become a dentist.
I'm so sorry that this comment was sooo long but if you've read all of it please leave a like so I know that people actually read it. Even though it was a long comment I still have more to say but I'll leave it as it is and I want to thank you again for taking the time out of your day and reading this. I love you and I pray for the best in your future. Peace from 🇸🇾/🇬🇧❤❤
@@hosinaljomaa8722 Good luck to you on your journey!
@@hosinaljomaa8722 thank you so much for sharing! I am so pleased to hear that your future is bright and that you are safe. Your English is very impressive! I hope that you do achieve all of your dreams. I know that you’ll make a huge impact on everyone around you.
"And later on people will not call me a terrorist, they will call me a tourist." This is truly one of the saddest things I have heard in a while.
“Every Muslims are not terrorist and every terrorist are not Muslims”
What a story and documentary man! I hope every people should see this video and change their mindset about Muslim countries and people. Being a person from South Asia, I loved the way Iraqi people are and their tradition and culture. Beautiful content with beautiful story! Heaps of love ❤️
Evry moslem are not terrorist but all of terrorist are moslem!!daesh. Alqaede. Taliban . Sopay pasdaran ...
But I don’t think they’re christiams
@@mrlonely5324Eg: US Army... I don't think so there is a bigger terrorist organization. If you are talking about smaller groups then we have some in India ( Separatists )
Every Muslim is not terrorist buy most of the terrorists are muslim
You would be surprised to find that much of the terrorism in the west are perpetrated by right wing extremists.
“We people from the middle east suffer more from terrorism than anyone else in the world, so please don’t stereotype us.”
Couldn’t say it better, Baderkhan is the best
I think he's gay.
@@cap6741 You’re gay
We are all gay! Telling someone they are gay isn't an insult, it's not 1960s anymore.
@@thekupus1 im not gay
@@andersrhoades6009 Who cares?
Popular opinion: we all need a friend like Baderkhan; knowledgable and positive
Knowledgable with lies, and fake stories.
@@aybe32 What do you mean what does he lie about and how do you know his stories are fake. I would actually like to know.
His laughter is priceless😁
The historical times he is referencing, are not accurate, deliberately twisted, and misconstrued to fit his outlined agenda.Therefore I know what he is saying are significant spun up lies. This has been nothing more, then a propaganda video for him and the "Kurds".
@@rangkazzaz771 I have no affiliation, With Kurds, Arabs Muslims, or the MiddleEast other then it being my former Duty station. I'm just over the propaganda, Kurds have been looked after really well by the international community but are consistently double dealing in attempts to carve a country inside already existing sovereign nations, undermining stability of the region. @Rang Kazzaz get cultured & educated please.
Baderkhan's mood is just something else.. 😂
So excited for the new season ♥
they should do more with him i guess
@@JB-bw1gn Get him in the Yes Theory!
@Dale Gribble he is from Kurdistan
@Dale Gribble lol why should he hates u ? We kurds love any religions we want Peace
@dragon warrior dude why are you talking about homosexuality in all the replies??
I really love this guy, so positive he MAKES ME HAPPY ❤
What a pleasure it was to host Yes theory in my home 💙
The video turned out even greater than I expected, thank you Thomas for coming to Erbil and using your voice to amplify love and empathy. Matt and Ammar I wish you were her as well hopefully one day we can host the whole Yes theory fam in my country.
Big hug from Chile!
Love & Peace from Malaysia 💙
عاشت ايدج ☺️
Yes the Country of Iraq, Or please stop taking money from Baghdad.
Can we all just take a minute to appreciate the hospitality and energy of Baderkhan? His way of living is such an inspiration, even after everything he’s been through. Thank you for sharing this; you just got a new subscriber. Greetings from Norway 🇳🇴
Bedirkhan er herlig han ser positive delen i alt og man blir omringet av energy fra ham.
Come to Kurdistan man
Most of Iraqis have the same way of living, especially those who suffered a lot
Så kul att människor från hela världen ser på denna video. Hälsningar från Sverige!!
As a Big and old Yes Theory fan from northern Iraq ( Kurdistan), I never thought that one day I will be able to tell my story and the story of my people through Yes Theory's channel to the world.
When I met Thomas, at that moment I believed in the power of the law of attraction, and the power of the Internet.
Yes, Theory has shaped my life in many ways, and I don't know how thankful and grateful I'm for them.
Thank you Yes Theory, Thank You Badirkhan for letting this happen, and thanks to all the other crew.
Thank you brother for also being so generous in the video, explaining what Kurds and Yezdis have been through👏🏻
Amazing people in Iraq
Thank you for showing how amazing your culture is, and how generous and welcoming your people are, from your muslim brother
You were amazing.
Keep believing bro! I’m watching from New Zealand and your story has now travelled around the world and touched many people!
Also I love the peacock!
By far, one of my favorite episodes on this channe. Thank you so much for opening our eyes. LOVE, PEACE, NO WAR!!!
WELCOME TO THE TRASHLAND... LOL
@Jannik Kürten YOU SHUT CAVE MAN
@@ssoruyorumturkey is trash indeed
"""People will not call me terrorist. They will call me a tourist...""" I felt that.
I'm loving this content.
😂😂
I kid you not, until I was like 7 years old, I thought they were used interchangeably. I would pretty much call a tourist a terrorist.
@@ssoruyorum racist alert
@@degoose2447 stupid alert, first of all learn the vocabulary meaning before to use. AND NEVER FEAR THE TRUTH!
@@degoose2447 super wrong, i love our kurdish population in Turkey, they are awesome and very different from you. i blame you guys because when IRAQ collapsed you guys are like vulture, you dint support IRAQ which are your country! what a shame on you
If Baderkahn opens up a tourism business I’m there. His laugh and his first hand knowledge of Iraq is saddening but beautiful as well. It’s beautiful to see someone who has gone through such a traumatic experience be genuinely happy and vivacious about life. His laugh alone is capable of warming hearts. Thank y’all for this video!
He did. I found him on IG. His amazing!
I agree 💯% he's a supper spreader of positivity.
"People will not call me a terrorist, they will call me a tourist"- what a fuckin legend!
King 👑
RIGHT!!!!
@@ANGELQV113 nnnnnnnnki
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When he said this I teared up.
It was quite emotional for me watching this video.....I wish people could be more concerned of these people rather than stereotyping them
Have you watched the Syria episode... Trust me, you might burst into tears😪
WELCOME TO THE TRASHLAND... LOL
@@ssoruyorumThere is someone here who is jealous hahahahaha
@@jjggjjjjjhhuu6707 hello Middle East trash, are you funny, 😂😂 nobody can't be jealous your bloody land, don't worry
ofc the turk has to coment something negative cause of jelousy@@ssoruyorum
as an Iraqi Christian, this makes me so incredibly happy to see. I was born in Iraq and moved out when i was 4. I wish to go back and visit my home land some day.
Same as me, I was born in Iraq and moved when I was 1 and a half years old. People make it seem as Iraq is a bad country but, I know deep down that it is so beautiful
Are you assyrian or chaldean
Where are you now?
Trust me you don't wanna do that, not in the near future that's for sure
Inshallah
”One day they will not call me a terrorist, they will call me a tourist” that part hit hard..
You guys live in a big bubble and don't know about the outside of the bubble and believe what media tell you without any proof
So I totally love his energy & I hope Iraq/Northern Iraq/ Kurdistan finds peace and harmony soon . As a Nigerian , I can totally relate to his passport issues, the instability , insecurity, terrorism , weird stares& names when traveling on a little scale & like him & most Kurds do ( I happen to have a Kurdish friend & he is such a delight ) we handle it all with laughter and happiness, so as not to dwell on the bad things . It takes its toll though.
I just discovered this channel last month, like 4 days after my birthday & I have been hooked ( also showed my mum some videos on here & she totally loved them )& it’s good vibes & messages all through . Keep it up Yes Fam.
Kurdistan is peaceful and most of Iraq is safe and peaceful. The war ended in 2017. As you can see in this video the Kurdistan region is pretty developed
I just hope that war vanish from the earth and we all live together in harmony and work together to build a better future 😢 people can practice their very own religion, but working together to achieve what we all deserve together. I hope the world unite under one rule: peaceful ❤️
are you the Nigerian prince?
I love everyone of you.
Spot on, Ugochi!
Baderkhan is one of the strongest people I've ever seen. He radiates positive energy. It would have been so easy to fall into negative emotions with every thing he's experienced and seen. I cannot even imagine. I think if I ever got lucky enough to meet him, I'd probably super glue myself to him haha I need that energy in my life all the time. What an amazing person.
Beautiful, beautiful content!
Yours too!
Hey Mike!
I like your skills
Hi
Omg its mike
“People will not call me a terrorist but call me a tourist”. You could feel the pain in his laugh and I could really relate because I’m too Iraqi and living in the US. I hope this video at least changes the perspective of some people. Very and always thankful for Yes Theory!
I think i should show this video to family and friends. It might really help them
@@redacted8678 amazing idea
As an American who has also visited the country, I can say that so many have the wrong idea. It was a beautiful place.
Hi Yousif, I just want to tell you Iraq is not synonymous with "terrorism and war" for a lot of people in the world. When 9/11 happened I was a little girl. I remember everything of that day and the years that followed. I remember the hate aimed at Arabs, Middle-Easterners and muslims totally uncalled for. I always felt so deeply sorry for the people of Iraq (and Afghanistan) who were victims twice: first of the regimes and then of the war and instability that followed.
When I grew up and it came time to choose a university, I chose to study languages, literatures and cultures. One of the languages I chose was Arabic. I wanted to know more about the language and by default about the culture, the history and the people. I never had hate towards Arabs or Iraqi on the contrary I was super curious to know about Iraqis. Since the first images I saw of Baghdad I wanted to go there and visit the place. Now I'm almost done with my degree and I hope I will be able to go there.
Sorry for the poem I wrote, lol it's a long winded response to your statement only to say that a lot of people are curious and benevolent towards you
"Never look back. We might walk slow, but we will never stop." That quote hit hard.
"it doesn't matter whether you are Yazeedi, Muslim, or Jewish we all pray to the same God"
He was saying this while the three of them had their arms on each other's shoulders pretty much hugging each other...i love seeing things like this that was so wholesome I love to see people from different parts of the world from different cultures showing respect and love to each other that's what it's all about ✌️ mainstream media forces people to think that we're all so different and that we cannot mingle with each other and that of we do we won't get along and that it will be awkward but in reality we're all so similar and can enjoy and respect each other's company and cultures and can even be brothers and sisters
Mainstream media is very much on the left side of politics and are so easy to claim racism or any other type of bigotry, yet they deal in identity politics and segregation, which is incredibly bigoted. Identity politics stereotypes people of a certain culture, subculture, lifestyle, etc. People should not be defined by what they are but by who they are. Are there bad people in these cultures? Of course there are. But there are also good people. We should not be ignorant about cultures and ask people of different cultures about their culture. Not only are they happy to talk about their culture, but knowledge removes fear. Ignorance and the unknown is fear. Unfortunately, thanks to mainstream media, we are living in a pandemic of fear.
Jews do not pray to the same god.. They literally do not.
Beautiful message
In Iraq, our religions differ, and there are also many nationalities. We love each other and live in peace. I love them all because they are my countrymen.
Baderkhan is an inspiring man. I love how much energy he has. sending love to him and all people in Kurdistan and Iraq
We send love back to you aswell ❤️
Honestly, videos like these are so progressive for the general westerns society view on the middle east, it is people like these who are changing the world for the better. one experience at a time. thankyou guys x
YES! We need a netflix series to send this message to everyone! This should be viewed more than Birdbox !!
The kurds have always been pretty progressive. In Syrian Kurdistan they are very close to socialism.
@@becczy_942 such a western thing to say.
@@becczy_942 Nah, we don’t need “a Netflix series” about everything. The guys are really popular on youtube and that’s great
Exactly
"We might walk slow, but we will never stop" - Baderkhan
Absolutely beautifully said. This is one of my favourite things ever said.
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Yes Theory, thank you for this video…Kurdish people are very humble, and friendly……Baderkhan , you rock….would like to visit sometime….❤❤❤🇺🇸
🤝🏼♥This is the generosity of the Americans
I’m Kurdish and I’ve always felt quite disconnected from my heritage and culture growing up in England and this was so amazing to watch thank you
Im from netherlands
You should read kurdish books and see more videos to have more knowledge about our culture, Kurdish living in Italy 🙌🏻🇮🇹
@@Arozitaly70 It’s so hard to connect to our culture and language there is barely anything online
@@Arozitaly70 do you recommend any books
@@Lanafayzulla learn Kurmanji and an entire world will open up to you.
"we may walk slow, but we never stop." that whole interview was really powerful. the videos in Iraq and Afghanistan are some of my favorites that yes theory have put out, thank you for going there with such an open mind and showing us how things really are
29:28 "The people of middle east, we suffered from terrorism more than anyone else around the world." Food for thought.
in addition "don't stereotype us with terrorists"..🙏
@@janche Would you say its also part of the religions of the West and culture too? Given the amount of bombs dropped and countries reduced to rubble, not to mention the genocides by these countries. Terror is not part of the religion, very ignorant statement.
@@janche or maybe it’s due to the large concentration of Muslims in one region in turn extremists are bound to rise as in the case of the KKK in the US, you shouldn’t correlate a religion with 200 different sects under one umbrella.
@MaskeD DEATH read it first and then say what's wrong with it
@MaskeD DEATH you say this yet Dubai is your girls dream vacation, I don’t have time to argue with someone this arrogant.
Thank you for this 🙏🏽 This video represent how my Kurdish people are. Loving, joyful, generous and full of hope. ❤️🙏🏽
This documentary should be on a bigger platform, like Netflix or something. More people need to see this. The filming, the way they show the culture. It’s beautiful. ❤️
Completely agree. Unfortunately statism is not just a north Korean thing.
No will make a documentary based on lies, Disappointed in Yes Theory for not fact checking before publishing some guy who drives them around North Iraq spinning up factless lies to fit his personal narrative and manipulation.
I am from Iraq and today I dream of emigrating and marrying from America and finding a job
THERE IS NO COUNTRY IN THE WORD AS KURDISTAN..IT IS ILLEGAL NAME.. It would be more correct to call it Northern Iraq instead of Kurdistan. Since the Turkmen, who have owned that geography for 1000 years, are only seen as a minority, then the Kurds are also a minority. That is Northern Iraq.
right thanks a lot
I full on broke down crying when the guide said all Iraq needs is love. This and your Afghanistan video have given me a fully new perspective on these countries and how welcoming everyone really is.
I thought I was overwhelmed with feelings, but you're so right.. It's a beautiful thing these guys are doing.. restoring my faith in are fellow Man and Woman.. Because he's right it's up to us the real and normal people of this world and not the politicians who lie, kill,deceive, and divide us .. no more , ignorance is a choice.. I choose Love
Americans don't realize how evil and dishonest America is...until they see reality.
This is not Iraq it’s a different country
Have you seen his Syrian video?😭😭😭
I've been crying since 10pm
Me too. I never been so emotional watching a vlog in TH-camr. These are the contents thats should be recommended.❤
Baderkhan's attitude is infectious as hell. Instantly followed on IG. I'm ashamed to admit that in the past I felt prejudice against people from these countries. I will forever be ashamed of it but will never deny it. The word Terrorist is such a damning, intense word that should never be used to define a people but I fear I may have done so when I was younger, there's no excuse for that. Baderkhan you are a beautiful human being and I'm sorry. I'm now 31 years old, in a flood of tears watching this.
Thank you Yes Theory
You don’t need to be a shamed. You are a great person and you are always welcome to visit our Kurdistan
@@Rafaeljotiar Thank you for being so kind in your response.
I actually got a little bit of tears reading this, Im an Iraqian, and people hate me for no reason.as he said we are the once being effected by this, every iraqy family have lost a family member. they fought the war against the terriost, and we won! :) you have a good day
This was so incredibly deep and profound. Truly beautiful. The trip. The people. The culture. The scenery. Wonderful. The whole world is rooting for the people of Iraq
the guide’s laugh is so infectious omg
Yes, I am from Iraq, this is my country, and because I want to immigrate to America, because the situation is not good
Wdym by that?
@@фарсяирак The people have to stop fighting. I don't know what else to say.
As a Westerner, I feel that we have a very brainwashed perspective of the middle east (particularly in the US and Canadian media). It's tragic. Thank you for sharing your experiences, to help dispel misinformation about how kind-hearted and peaceful most of the people here are.
agree. the media is at fault by in large for racist views. these people are some of the friendliest loving humans on the planet.
lies after lies and they eventually belive in their own lies....( once D.. k C said " we do not care about reality bcoz we can create it.")
They are female circumcisers 🤮
From my opinion most of the "normal" peaope who dont have power,money... are good and welcoming no mether wich religion are they or where are from. I belive in that from bottom of my heart. This is bad time for all human population we need more love and care and world would be a better place. But politicans as he said in video try to separate peope on religion or national side so they easy control. Is so sad to see what middle East been trought, we had a war 20 years ago and war is so stupid thing in human kind.
People are really dumb who believe in mainstream media in this modern world of social media
This Prison damn my dad got tortured in this person and when i show him the video he got a goosebumps and started crying! He said that some people stayed 4 days without food and some people used to break the bread down into small pieces so that pigeons come and eat then they hunt them and eat them alive. Im happy my dad is alive and sad for everyone who lose their fathers there.
that’s incredible
Oh my god. I don't know what to say. So glad that your father is ok.
That is crazy man, on behalf of myself and the others who saw this comment, it is an absolute honor to see you here. I respect you so, so much after seeing the reality and truth of Iraq, such difficult things you people go through yet you still find ways to enjoy life. That is something I’d give my life to do. We all love and appreciate you, I hope you are ok, your family and friends too. No one should have to go through such an experience as that and to know you still come out on top is remarkable, honorable, impressive, and amazing. Love you and your dad so, so much man. Best of luck to all of you ❤️💞
يا الله، الله يخليه لكم و يعوضه بالدنيا و الآخره و يرحم من مات. الله يعيد عليكم و على الشعوب اللي تعاني الأمن و الأمان🇸🇦🤍🇮🇶
@@swiftsword6489 fr my heart was heavy and near tears seeing such a rich culture and wonderful people be affected like this. I can only imagine...
Badarkan is a truly enlightened individual and needs to go on a world speaking tour. If he and people like him could tell the world such a simple message like people are not terrorists and just simply need love then I think the world could heal itself in a heartbeat. Thank you so much for this video and please keep up the good work, you too are helping to heal this planet.
Baderkhans laugh and personality is so contagious. Can't help but smile when he starts laughing
- Where do you live?
- I live in Los Angeles.
- Los Angeles?
- Yeah!
- AMERIKA?
- Yeh...
- YES; ALL RIIIIGHT!!
Priceless genuinely.
Why? That's how conversations usually go when traveling abroad...
“They will not call me a terrorist, they will call me a tourist.”
The impact of this man, this channel, is unbelievable.
I have been in Mesopotamia and I am really in love with place and people there ! Wish Peace in Kurdistan ! ❤️💛💚
Kurds are not native to mesopotamia.
Thanks 😊
Mesopotamia is not Kurdistan. It’s Assyria. Kurds tried stealing it after killing many Assyrians for the land. It’s not Kurdistan Kurdistan doesn’t exist.
@marissaz1771 you are right Assyria
@@MariVelvet_You said well that it is northern Iraq, our land and our country, so that the world stops saying Kurdistan. There is no such thing as Kurdistan. There is such a thing as Iraq.
As a Kurd from the Netherlands, I just want to thank all people who made this video possible. It's so important for the world to see and hear about Kurds. Thank you, thank you! Baderkhan I hope to meet you in person one day. You radiate positive energy and love.
❤️☀️💚
Ja broer, helemaal mee eens
Het is een beetje raar dat een Amerikaan weet dat kurdistan bestaat
@avinmam slaw from USA 🌺
@@Whistleblower153 thanks ❤
“They will stop calling me a terrorist, and start calling me a tourist.” What an inspirational guy. You can see that he’s passionate for change in his country. He knows the hate that the country is getting and is actively WANTING to change it for the future of Iraq.
Im an iraqi ( from mosul ) and this is great and weird at the same time watching my favorite TH-camrs visit my own city , I myself as a 16 year old girl who lived through the war and loads more from my grandpa getting kidnapped and tortured to loosing everything we owned i still love my country and so happy to see this, i wish one day to write a book about my story my country to let everyone know how strong and beautiful this country is and its people.
And I'm waiting for your book
Keep going
Send me the first copy!!!
Wishing you the best on your book and hope you have a great time ahead....
I wish that they visited baghdad and mosul
@@alton.9360 Thank you so much, i thought no one will see the comment or anything and now i want to start so i dont make you wait!
That man has an unbelievable outlook on life, his positivity really is contagious. A wonderful film as usual, thanks for doing this.
is it just me that is loving Baderkhan's laugh...?????
Same.
what a silly question 🤣
Such a postive man :3
Lowkey sounds like KSI laughing😆
This is literally so peaceful to watch because it’s crazy how people in Iraq are so nice and kind instead of News channels illustrates
True but the news industry is for profit not painting good images of people or countries.
It’s KURDISTAN
I just love how hard they keep on trying to keep us believing in those lies, it will be all in vein, videos like these share the knowledge, shows the good in humanity!
We moving towards a better world together
@@user-vd4zo5wg1d Kurdistan is different from iraq
@@somethung8188 I always find that fascinating. Because here in the US everyone blindly follows CNN and or Fox News. They are both problem causers and instead of fighting with love most people only saw hate on all sides lol.
“People will not call me a terrorist, they will call me a tourist”
Such a nice quote
Love thissssss
In February of 2021 I was terrified to go to the grocery store & Thomas is going to Iraq. This channel has showed me that I've built a prison of fear for myself & I hate it. Thank you for all of the Blessings that you give others.
Kurdistan is not Iraq
@@kurdwaarKurdistan in northern Iraq. What is this? Do you want to divide the state of Iraq? Kurdistan is an Iraqi region and is also located in the north of Iraq. This is annoying. I live in the Kurdistan region. It bothers me when you say Kurdistan, say Iraq.
kurdistan isnt irak, we have a kurdish leader, masud barzani and we have a different culture and lifestyle, if it bothers you that we want to be indiependent and treated with respect then thats a you problem@@jjggjjjjjhhuu6707
@@kurdwaardid you not watch the video.
he went to south kurdistan thats not iraq big difference
The fact that im watching this for free Is crazy! The production on this and storytelling is next level and honestly better than a lot of documentary series on Netflix and other sites! Cant wait for more!
Nothing is free.
But I agree somehow to Tristan, all we need to do is to watch the Ads to help them and that's all.
@Daniel Chang yeah true but a five second ad I nothing really and therefore I consider it free as nothing is coming out my pockets!
13:17
"When you give energy, you will get it back. If you keep laughing, believe me, you will get a lot of laughters."
- such a heartwarming quote from this human
♥️👍🏻
This episode can really change a mentality. We’ll never know what the inside of Iraq looks like without this episode.
Sorry but this isn't Iraq it's Kurdistan ☺
Haaa but Kordstan in south iraq
@@ciwah1885 lol its originally iraqi land inhabited by iraninan kurds... you lot came as refugees and still are refugees.. every dime that goes into kurdish cities is from arabic oil otherwise your broke
@@banenalinaje7886 عاشت ايدج والله
South iraq 😂?
It's almost 2023, I have just recently found your channel, and while I am jealous that you get to experience these moments and I don't I also feel that you put out wonderful content (I LOVED your video on Syria). You absolutely deserve to have gotten to 10 million by now and wish you the best of luck on achieving that goal!
I'm a British born Iraqi guy. Never visited due to the wars, and have been mostly disconnected from the culture. This video was awesome and makes me wanna go.
you’re missing out brother :)
@@mo1.abdulla574 I here stories from the parents and eat plenty of Iraqi food, but for sure gotta go deeper! Any recommendations, let me know :)
@@Blackbereh well i’m a british born iraqi just like you and honestly it’s not even about the places you go it’s just the vibes and the family there. for me personally i love the old traditional roads where i can chill have lamb tikka and tea😅
Yes you should come visit for sure, its awesome here. Its a different experience you will love it. 😊😊
Do you have family in Iraq? Go and visit them.
Last thing he said: We might walk slow but we will never stop. That's so deep!
are you 14?
@@tsubasavo6445 Are you a 100?
The segment at 29:00 is 100% right and is something I’ve always said. Those in the Middle East have suffered the most of terrorism but it is the West that is fearful and feels damaged. Also, Jews, Christians, and Muslims, we are brothers and sisters, we believe in the same god, our prophets are the same. Look at the 100s of similarities rather than the minor amount of differences
Preach brother
I wish it could be like this :(
Life's so much more enjoyable and beautiful if people show some respect to eachother.
I agree we have many similarities. We are created in the image of God (Genesis 1:27). If we all agreed with that, I believe the world would be a better place.
There are some key differences between the 3 faiths, however.
Christians believe Jesus is God. Jews do not.
Christians believe Jesus died on a cross, and then rose from the grave. Muslims deny this claim.
They are similar in that they all believe in one God, but differ on one very important thing - who Jesus is.
They can't all be right, right? :)
Here's a video clip that explains differences between the main religions in the world.
th-cam.com/video/14ze_SVg-0E/w-d-xo.html
If you declare with your mouth, "Jesus is Lord," and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved. (Romans 10:9)
@@q2quiherrey673 It's true. Even in the Quran it mentioned that Christians will be saved. They will have the option on the day of judgement to join Islam once Isiah (Jesus) says he's Muslim. I mean It's all very simulate, in teachings, in way of life, in stories. It's just what people have said after the original books were realized. That's the only difference, at the start we were all the same. Such a shame people want to kill millions of people just in the name of god. The god that we both worship to.
@@q2quiherrey673 religion is just made up of previous people looking for answers to life, we will never all agree as one as religion is farfetched
Thank you for this video, my girlfriend is Kurd from Kurdistan , Will visit her family in Slemani in the summer. I would like to see Iraq as well.
Best Wishes from Sweden!
As someone that’s from Iraq and has been staying in Baghdad for the past 3 months I’m grateful for people like you showing people the good of everywhere
Seeing this video took me into tears, I love how you "YES THEORY" spread positive energy and love. Being a Kurd and seeing that you are showing the world how grateful we are despite all the extreme struggles we faced in the past is extraordinary... KEEP IT UP
Every Kurdish person I have met is amazing, peace be with them.
Very true I play football with some lads in London normally
Thanks :)
Peace be with you too brother
I’m not surprised at all🥰 they’re really lovely people
Thanks man
Baderkhan is such a mood lift. I‘ve been kinda depressed/stressed out bc of exams and lockdown the last weeks cuz i also had a surgery last week but this video made me forget about everything for a second.
"Politicians just spread hate and divide us in order to rule as easily"
Such wise words from a wise man and a pure soul.
I swear none of the things I've seen on media are reality, most highly exaggerated good sides hidden. Kind of evil people that leads us blocks us from knowing such good people exist
His a amazing person and his speech is eye opening!
Yeah but Kurdistan is also completely different from Iraq. Its people, culture, history, and even religion are totally different from that of Iraq (You know there are Kurdistanians who are blond-hair blue-eyed?). Kurdistan is not even supposed to be part of Iraq. Even when it was part of Iraq under Saddam Hussein, it was a self-autonomous region. And UN and the world, in order to appease Iraq just lumped Kurdistan together with Iraq. And when the world imposed sanctions on Iraq, it imposed sanctions on Kurdistan too bringing much misery to its people. It's just that its unfortunate geographic location of being completely surrounded by five countries on all sides, it has been always been a site of war, much to the chagrin of the people there. And the people of Kurdistan have fought very bravely and very hard against the oppression by Saddam Hussein who used chemical warfare, land mines, everything sinister possible to bring Kurdistan under its control. Glad to see Kurdistan is finally enjoying some economic prosperity.
@@dttra566 Did you know that the budget of northern Iraq is from Baghdad?
@@dttra566 What economy are you talking about?
“We might walk slow, but we will never stop.”
This is so powerful!
Laughter is medicine. Keep up your amazing adventures. We live vicariously through you. Thank you for your fearless spirit .🕊
I'm currently stationed in Erbil as U.S. military. Ever since I knew I was coming here I've been so curious about the culture here. Thank you for giving me the opportunity to see Kurdistan from the other side of the fence that I unfortunately otherwise wouldn't have had. The few Kurds that I've been lucky to interact with here are such happy, kind people. I hope to come back to visit someday without the uniform on and the duties and restrictions that come along with it. I'd love to truly experience the beautiful region, culture, and people of Kurdistan!
@@cloudofw3313 Erbil is quite safe
@@SanGraphic more than erbil
What about the rest of the Iraqi people? Aren't they kind!
@@m7madidriss1991 when he didn't experience it doesn't mean they aren't !! he just met Kurds not the rest of Iraqis plus we Kurds are not Iraqi nor we do not want to be, we just forced to be a part of Iraq !!! but whatever I love Arabs and they very warm and kind people ....
@@chakibashi267
by the way, I didn't say that I belong to the Arabic nation. I love Kurds more than other people, plus my close friends are pure Kurds.
I just wanted him to show the positive side of the whole Iraqi people.
I don't have any objection if you get independence in a peaceful way. It's the right of every nation to decide its destiny.
My personal wish is to remain united and live together in a strong and united country that reserves the rights of its citizens regardless of their identities.
I grew up in Kurdish northern Iraq but moved to Germany in 2010 with the age of eight and I have to say, I had (mostly happy) tears in my eyes for the whole 36 minutes... I did recognise everything in Erbil, apart from that the dishes, the Culture the heart worming people... literally one of the best videos I have ever seen! Thank you Thomas and everyone else involved!!
I Hope one day you will return to your country 😌
It almost feels illegal to watch such highly produced content for free.
RIGHT
Ikr
THATS what I thought
this is the first channel I will buy merchandise from.
This comment needs way more likes
I love these middle eastern adventure episodes, the pure kindness and perseverance of the people in these areas blows my mind. so beautiful❤
People are people anywhere you go. There are good and bad people everywhere. Generally if you be kind to people and show them respect, they will give it back.
“They just brainwash us so we cannot leave the imaginary walls that we built” wow that was such a powerful quote!!
Gave me goosebumps
If you can describe middle eastern politicians in one sentence it’s that!!😔💕
This video is completely mindblowing. It's emotional, it's educational, it's inspiring. My entire soul has a burning desire to travel and meet new people right now. There's no other channel, or philosophy, than Yes Theory that can make me feel this way. I hope I can achieve to challenge myself to seek discomfort in the near future.
We warmly welcome you, people here respect foreigners
Come to NZ. Hit me up! Always a place for you at my table. For real ❤️
Wow! This was an awesome video! So informative, and we need more Baderkhan in the future for sure.
oh damn dev tips! didn't watch your channel for so long but 3 years ago you guys helped me out definitely :) glad you also follow yes theory
@Nicolai Zdanek ._. Pretty sure he is not a bot and commenting for attention. Watched their channel back when I started coding.
@@ShaXCwalk Thanks! We're working on making a comeback this year. Lots of content coming to y'all very soon.
Yes but they lied about ISIS trying to attack Christians. Under the regime of the Caliphate Christians are a protected class of people.
نورتو لعراق🥺❤️❤️🇮🇶🇮🇶🇮🇶🇮🇶
Your channel is opening me up to the world in a whole new way. I appreciate you guys for telling these stories.
As an Iraqi Canadian who visited Kurdistan 2 years ago watching this, I’m glad you guys showed the country in the light it deserves. Kurdistan is very safe. Baghdad not so much at the moment
Kurdistan is peaceful and beautiful I love here
I went to Baghdad 2 years ago for renewing my passport and it was safe as long as you don’t stand out
While there was an attack in Baghdad in January. Keep in mind that it was the first attack in 3 years so it’s not common. Baghdad is pretty safe as a city. If anything Diyala or Kirkuk outskirts are the dangerous parts of Iraq. But Iraq will eventually fully develop and become a fully functional nation where Arabs, Kurds, Assyrians, Chaldeans, Yazidis, Turkmens, and Mandaeans can live together in peace.
@@tree3y763 only Arabs should be inhabiting Iraq. Kurds are Iranian as well as yazidis whom are also Kurds, they should go to their homeland Iran... Assyrians and Chaldeans are ancient Arabs, under a different label mostly because they follow Christianity and inhabited Iraq during a different empire period. The Mandaeans are Jews from Palestine specifically Nazareth, they migrated to southern Iraq and khuzestan region. And the Turkmens I have no problem with solely because they’ve integrated normally into the society and don’t hold an obscene claim to regions of Iraq like how the Kurds do. 😐
@@lets_wrapitup We live in our land Before thousands of years arabs Came To Iraq And this is Kurdistan And You should Go to Saudi Arabia to sahra And we are not iranian We live in our land thousand Of years
I love my people, I'm in love with our culture .From BAKUR
Hěr Biji Kurd u Kurdistan! ✌🏽❤
💚☀️❤
to gulle 🌹
@@bexteyar Do you guys know Muhammad al kurd, is he kurdish?
@@moneer7139 there is no one called kurd if he is not kurdish. So be sure mohammad el kurd and muna el kurd are kurds. They are palatinian kurds. There are thousands of palatinian and Israeli kurds.
"We might walk slow, but we will never stop." - Baderkhan
As an American, I have zero negative feelings for any country in the world despite what the media tries to portray. Iraq was absolutely beautiful, and the people even more beautiful. I would love to visit this place. Thank you for sharing. #LOVE
Yes but this part is Kurdistan...
@@Janezei there is Kurdistan