The PUK: The Yazidi Genocide Should Not Be Used for Political Gain

P.U.K 11:58 PM - 2023-08-01

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On the ninth anniversary of the genocide of the Yazidi Kurds and the terrorist attack on the Sinjar district and its surroundings by the Islamic State (ISIS), the Political Bureau of the Patriotic Union of Kurdistan (PUK) has released a statement.

The following is the Politburo's statement:

This year marks nine years since the most heinous act against humanity, the genocide of Yazidi Kurds, and the brutal assault on Sinjar and its surroundings by ISIS terrorists. Despite ongoing Kurdish efforts, coordination with the federal government, and collaboration with Kurdish and Iraqi political parties, the wounds of the crime have not yet healed. Even though these areas are no longer under ISIS control, they have not been properly rebuilt, and many people live in camps and tents.

Although a considerable number of hostages have been rescued since ISIS's expulsion from these areas, we must step up efforts to determine the fate of individuals who have been missing since the disaster's inception.

We believe it is everyone's responsibility to protect Sinjar and its surroundings from all threats and dangers. After a period of national ignorance, this case should not be used as a political trump card, and the suffering of our relatives should cease.

We honor the departed spirits of the Sinjar martyrs and send our condolences to their families on this unfortunate occasion.

Political Bureau
Patriotic Union of Kurdistan 

 

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