Bafel Jalal Talabani Commemorates Yazidi Genocide
At a Glance
- PUK leader commemorates Yazidi genocide.
- Calls Shingal tragedy an enduring wound.
- Urges stronger reconstruction and compensation efforts.
- Calls for unity to support Shingal's recovery.
Patriotic Union of Kurdistan (PUK) President Bafel Jalal Talabani marked the anniversary of the ISIS genocide against the Yazidi community, calling the attack on Shingal (Sinjar) an enduring wound and urging greater national efforts to rebuild the district and support its people.
Key Statements and Focus Area
- Talabani described the occupation of Shingal and the massacre of the Yazidis as "an unforgettable wound."
- He said reconstruction and compensation efforts have not matched the scale of the tragedy.
- He called for unified national efforts to give greater attention to Shingal and its residents.
- He reaffirmed the PUK's commitment to supporting Shingal beyond political disputes.
Remembering the Victims
In a statement marking the anniversary of the Yazidi genocide, Bafel Jalal Talabani said the occupation of Shingal and the massacre of Yazidi men, women, and children remain an unforgettable tragedy.
He said the anniversary is a time to stand with the Yazidi community, remember those who lost their lives, and honor their memory.
Talabani said the steps taken to rebuild Shingal and surrounding areas, as well as efforts to compensate those affected, do not reflect the scale of the suffering endured by the Yazidi community.
He expressed hope that the anniversary would encourage all parties to unite their efforts and devote greater attention to the needs of Shingal and its residents.
Talabani said the Patriotic Union of Kurdistan remains committed to supporting Shingal and its people.
He added that cooperation beyond political disputes is necessary to overcome the consequences of the genocide and help build a better future for the district.
FYI
ISIS attacked Shingal on August 3, 2014, killing thousands of Yazidis and abducting more than 6,400 women and children. Twelve years later, many survivors remain displaced, thousands are still missing, and reconstruction efforts in Shingal continue to face political, security, and financial obstacles.
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