Kurdistan Region Leaders Extend Easter and Akitu Greetings
In a display of solidarity and inclusivity, prominent leaders of the Kurdistan Region have extended warm greetings to Christians celebrating Easter and Akitu, a traditional Assyrian New Year festival.
Masoud Barzani, former President of the Kurdistan Region, conveyed his heartfelt congratulations and blessings to Christian communities in Kurdistan, Iraq, and across the globe on the joyous occasion of Easter. He also extended his wishes to the Chaldean-Assyrian-Syriac people, emphasizing the importance of promoting coexistence, brotherhood, and harmony among all national and religious groups in the region. Barzani stressed the unwavering support for the rights and demands of all components, urging against any compromise on the culture of coexistence.
Meanwhile, Nechirvan Barzani, the current President of the Kurdistan Region, echoed these sentiments, expressing his best wishes for a Happy Easter to Christians worldwide. He reaffirmed the Kurdistan Region's commitment to diversity and inclusivity, highlighting efforts to foster mutual respect and tolerance among various religious and ethnic communities. President Barzani urged unity and solidarity among all residents, emphasizing shared responsibilities and the protection of constitutional rights.
.@IKRPresident Nechirvan Barzani wishes a Happy #Easter to Christians in Kurdistan, Iraq, and throughout the world: https://t.co/86UbafejBd
— KRP Media (@MediaKRP) March 30, 2024
Joining in the chorus of well-wishes, Masrour Barzani, the Prime Minister of the Kurdistan Regional Government (KRG), extended greetings for a Happy Easter and Akitu. His message underscored the significance of these celebrations for Christians in the Kurdistan Region and beyond.
I wish Christians in the Kurdistan Region and beyond a Happy Easter and Akitu. pic.twitter.com/nH2Uxww8dC
— Masrour Barzani (@masrourbarzani) March 30, 2024
The collective statements from Kurdistan Region leaders emphasize a unified commitment to promoting peace, prosperity, and coexistence among diverse communities, marking Easter and Akitu as moments to strengthen bonds of brotherhood and unity for a brighter future.
