Shafa Barzani, General Supervisor of the Kurdistani Diaspora Confederation (KDC), has sent a congratulatory message to the management and staff of RyaTeze (New Path) newspaper and Yerevan Radio, praising the two institutions for their historic role in preserving the Kurdish language, culture, and national identity.
Founded in Armenia during the Soviet era, RyaTeze newspaper and Yerevan Radio are among the oldest and most influential Kurdish media and cultural institutions. For decades, they have served as pillars of Kurdish journalism and culture, playing a vital role in safeguarding the Kurdish language, literature, arts, and national heritage. Throughout some of the most challenging periods of modern Kurdish history, they remained a trusted voice for the Kurdish people and made an enduring contribution to the preservation of Kurdish identity.
Message from Shafa Barzani
To Mr. Tital Kerem Seyad,
Director, and the esteemed staff of RyaTeze Newspaper and Yerevan Radio
Greetings,
It is with great pleasure that we learned of the launch of ryateze.net. On my own behalf and on behalf of the Kurdistani Diaspora Confederation (KDC), I extend my warmest congratulations to Mr. Tital Kerem Seyad and to all those whose dedication and hard work made this important achievement possible.
Throughout the modern history of the Kurdish people, RyaTeze newspaper and Yerevan Radio have served not only as media institutions but also as enduring schools for the preservation of the Kurdish language, culture, and national identity. The sacrifices and commitment you demonstrated during the most difficult periods in support of the Kurdish language and the Kurdish national cause remain alive in the memory of the Kurdish people and are treasured as a priceless legacy.
At a time when the world is rapidly embracing digital technology, the launch of this website represents a significant and timely step forward. It will serve as a bridge between your rich historical legacy and younger generations, while also providing Kurdish communities around the world with access to your invaluable archives and contributions.
The Kurdistani Diaspora Confederation (KDC) has always regarded your work with great pride and will continue to support every initiative that strengthens Kurdish national identity, culture, and heritage.
We hope that ryateze.net will become a new beacon for Kurdish journalism, scholarship, and cultural preservation. I wish Mr. Tital Kerem Seyad and all of his colleagues every success in this important new chapter.
May you continue your valuable work with pride and success.
With respect and best wishes,
Shafa Barzani
General Supervisor
Kurdistani Diaspora Confederation (KDC)