At a Glance

• The KRG representative says Kurdish residents have stayed away from the unrest in France.

• Ali Dolamari says no Kurdish citizens or business owners have reported losses from the incidents.

• The KRG representation has provided emergency contact numbers to the Kurdish diaspora.

• An estimated 420,000 Kurds reside in France, according to figures cited in the report.

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The Kurdistan Regional Government’s representative to France, Ali Dolamari, told Channel8 that the Kurdish diaspora has not participated in the ongoing unrest in France and that no Kurdish citizens or business owners have suffered damage or losses linked to the incidents.

Key Statements and Focus Area

• Community Relations: “The Kurdish diaspora has projected a positive image of the Kurdish community in France.” — Ali Dolamari, KRG representative to France.

• Safety and Assistance: “Our hotlines are operational 24 hours a day to answer calls.” — Ali Dolamari, KRG representative to France.

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Dolamari said the KRG representation had shared contact numbers with Kurdish residents in France so they could seek assistance during emergencies or whenever needed.

He said the representation’s hotlines remain available around the clock. He also stated that no Kurdish citizens or business owners had suffered damage or financial losses as a result of the unrest.

The demonstrations in France have involved student representatives calling for protests to continue, while foreign refugees have also participated, according to the information provided.

Official figures cited in the report put the Kurdish population in France at approximately 420,000. The community includes people with permanent residency as well as students and business professionals staying in the country temporarily.

FYI

France is home to a Kurdish diaspora whose members have settled in the country for work, education, and other reasons. The KRG representation in France serves as a point of contact for Kurdish residents seeking information or assistance.

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