On Tuesday, Masoud Barzani issued a message on the occasion of the Yezidi New Year, extending his congratulations to Yezidis in Kurdistan and around the world.
In his statement, President Barzani said, “On the occasion of the Yezidi New Year, I extend my congratulations to all Yezidi brothers and sisters in Kurdistan and around the world, wishing them happiness and joy.”
He emphasized that Yezidis are an integral component of Kurdistan, reaffirming his solidarity with them while highlighting the hardships and suffering they have endured in recent years. He added, “We support the demands of the Yezidis with all our strength, and I hope they will always live in happiness and peace.”
The Yezidi New Year, known as Çarşema Sor (Red Wednesday) or Sere Sal, is regarded as the most sacred holiday in the Yezidi faith. It marks the arrival of spring and is believed to commemorate the completion of the universe by the seven holy archangels.