Kurdistan Region President Commemorates Victims of 1974 Bombardment, Calls for Unity and Solidarity
On the occasion of the fiftieth anniversary of a tragic event, President Nechirvan Barzani of the Kurdistan Region has paid tribute to the victims of the 1974 bombardment of the University of Sulaymaniyah in Qaladiza by the former Iraqi regime. In a poignant statement, President Barzani emphasized the need for unity and solidarity as essential lessons from the painful history of the Kurdish people.
President Nechirvan Barzani marked the solemn anniversary of the 1974 airstrike that claimed the lives of numerous students, professors, and civilians in Sulaymaniyah and Qaladiza. The President hailed the courage and resilience of those who fell victim to the brutality of the Iraqi regime, stating that their sacrifice had strengthened the resolve of the Kurdish people to resist oppression and fight for their rights.
ئه‌مڕۆ يادى خه‌مگينى (٥٠) ساڵه‌ى شه‌هيدبوونى ده‌يان قوتابى و مامۆستاى زانكۆى سلێمانى و هاووڵاتيانى سڤيلى قه‌ڵادزێ ده‌كه‌ينه‌وه كه ٢٤ی نيسانى ١٩٧٤ بوونه قوربانيى تاوانێكى ديكه‌ى ڕژێمى ئه‌وساى عێراق. دروود بۆ گيانى پاكيان ده‌نێرين، به ڕێز و شكۆدارييه‌وه به‌بيريان ده‌هێنينه‌وه…
— Nechirvan Barzani (@IKRPresident) April 24, 2024
The President's commemorative message underscored the importance of learning from the past to shape a better future, emphasizing the significance of unity and solidarity among Kurds. He reiterated the commitment to preventing the recurrence of such tragedies and building a brighter tomorrow for the Kurdish community.
The bombing of the University of Sulaymaniyah in Qaladiza remains a poignant chapter in the history of the Kurdish people, serving as a reminder of the sacrifices made in the struggle for freedom and dignity. President Barzani's call for unity resonates deeply with Kurds across the region, highlighting the collective determination to overcome challenges and build a prosperous future.
In his statement, President Nechirvan Barzani remarked, "The martyrdom of our people in the 1974 airstrike is a painful reminder of the sacrifices made in our quest for freedom and justice. We honor their memory by standing united and steadfast in our commitment to a better future for all Kurds."
As the Kurdistan Region reflects on the solemn anniversary of the 1974 bombardment, President Nechirvan Barzani's message of unity and solidarity serves as a beacon of hope and resilience. It reaffirms the enduring spirit of the Kurdish people and their determination to forge ahead towards a brighter tomorrow, guided by the lessons of the past.
