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Nechirvan Barzani stated in a Easter greeting issued on Sunday, April 5, 2026, that Christian citizens are an integral and inseparable part of Kurdistani society, noting their long history of struggle and partnership with other components of the people. He added that he hopes the holiday will bring goodness, happiness, and security for all.
Full message (English summary):
On the occasion of the blessed Easter of Jesus Christ, I extend my warmest congratulations and best wishes to our Christian brothers and sisters in the Kurdistan Region, Iraq, and around the world. I hope this holiday brings goodness, happiness, and security for everyone.
We take this opportunity to reaffirm that the Kurdistan Region will always remain a homeland of coexistence, harmony, and acceptance of others for all its religious and ethnic components.
Our Christian citizens are an essential and inseparable part of Kurdistani society, with a long history of struggle and partnership with the rest of the people.
Happy Easter to all, wishing everyone a joyful and safe holiday.
Nechirvan Barzani
President of the Kurdistan Region
April 5, 2026