In the name of Allah, the Most Merciful, the Most Compassionate,

On the occasion of the 54th anniversary of the establishment of the Kurdistan Union of Islamic Scholars, I extend my heartfelt congratulations to the President, the members of the Executive Office, and the Central Council of the Union, as well as to all the esteemed Islamic scholars in Kurdistan.

The establishment of the Kurdistan Union of Islamic Scholars by the immortal Barzani was a reaffirmation of the role and status of Islamic scholars in participating in the national and patriotic struggle, upholding the principles of authenticity, strength, religious values, and the culture of coexistence within the Kurdistani society and the Kurdish liberation movement.

We always expect the esteemed scholars to play their active and influential role in promoting national spirit, human values, harmony, coexistence, and raising awareness in society.

On this historic occasion, I wish continued success and prosperity to the Kurdistan Union of Islamic Scholars and all the honorable scholars. I also thank them for their blessed efforts and noble contributions. May Allah assist us all.

Masoud Barzani
September 21, 2024