The story: Tensions between rival forces in the Kurdistan region of Iraq (KRI) are escalating as Turkey continues its military operations in the autonomous territory. The killing of several Iraqi Kurdish fighters under unclear circumstances earlier this month amid Turkish attacks on the Kurdistan Workers’ Party (PKK) is raising alarm.

The coverage: On June 5, fighters affiliated with the ruling Kurdistan Democratic Party (KDP) reportedly faced warning shots as they tried to enter the PKK base at Metina mountain...