In a meeting, Kurdistan Region Prime Minister Masrour Barzani welcomed senior Kaka'i leader Said Raheem Said Azim and his delegation to discuss the pressing issues facing the Kaka'i community. The meeting, as reported by the Kurdistan Regional Government (KRG), focused on the overall situation of the Kaka'i, particularly in the Kurdish areas outside the KRG.

The leaders emphasized the importance of safeguarding the rights of the Kaka'i religious group and fostering coexistence among all communities in both the Kurdistan Region and Iraq at large. The Kaka'i community, following the Yarsanism religion founded in late 14th-century western Iran, faces unique challenges, especially in Iraq where they are identified as a distinct religious group.

While the majority of Kaka'i members reside in Iran, Iraq, and Turkey, those in the Kurdistan Region and disputed territories are often considered ethnic Kurds, with the term 'Kaka'i' predominantly reflecting their religious identity. Historically and in recent decades, the Kaka'i community has endured religious persecution, prompting many to keep their practices relatively concealed.

Estimates suggest that around 100,000 Kaka'i individuals live in various parts of Iraq, with a significant concentration in disputed territories such as Kirkuk, Nineveh, and Makhmour. Despite being one of the many minority groups in Iraq targeted by ISIS, the Kaka'i community has not received the same level of media coverage as other more widely known groups, like the Yazidis.

The KRG's engagement with Kaka'i leaders underscores a commitment to addressing the concerns of minority communities and working towards a more inclusive and tolerant society. This meeting serves as a crucial step in acknowledging the challenges faced by the Kaka'i and striving for a harmonious coexistence among Iraq's diverse religious and ethnic groups.