Prime Minister Barzani Reiterates Call for Justice on 36th Anniversary of Anfal Genocide
Prime Minister Masrour Barzani of the Kurdistan Region has once again emphasized the profound injustice and lasting trauma inflicted upon the Kurdish people by the Anfal genocide, marking its 36th anniversary. In a solemn address, Barzani underscored the moral and constitutional obligation of the federal government to compensate the families of Anfal victims and all those who suffered under the Ba'ath regime.
"Today, we solemnly commemorate a heinous crime that inflicted an indelible scar upon the Kurdish nation. Thirty-six years ago, the former Iraqi regime, in its ruthless pursuit to eradicate the Kurdish nation, perpetrated the Anfal genocide," stated Prime Minister Barzani.
"The atrocities of Anfal remain an unparalleled tragedy, and it is our duty to ensure that the sacrifices of our nation are never forgotten. Our future generations must understand the immense price paid by the Kurdish nation in their quest for justice and national rights," he added.
The Anfal genocide campaign started 36 years ago today, with the objective of eradicating the Kurdish nation.
— Masrour Barzani (@masrourbarzani) April 14, 2024
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While the Kurdistan Regional Government (KRG) is committed to supporting the families of Anfal victims, Barzani stressed that it is imperative for the federal government to fulfill its moral and constitutional obligation to compensate all victims of the Ba'ath regime.
"Regrettably, there are still forces seeking to deny the legitimate rights of the Kurdish nation, despite their historic struggle for freedom and dignity," Barzani highlighted.
"On this solemn occasion, we pay tribute to the martyrs and victims of the infamous Anfal campaign, whose memory will forever remain alive in our hearts and minds," concluded the statement.
The Anfal genocide, orchestrated by the Ba'ath regime under the leadership of Saddam Hussein, resulted in the disappearance of 182,000 civilians and the destruction of over 4,500 villages in southern Kurdistan.
Since 2007, the Kurdistan Regional Government (KRG) has designated April 14 as a day of remembrance to honor the victims of the Anfal genocide.
