The Ezidi Youth Party was officially established in Şengal during its first congress on April 9, 2026, with the participation of 200 delegates and guests. Held under the slogan “Justice, Freedom and Democracy,” the congress approved the party’s political program and charter and marked a new step in Ezidi political organization in Iraq.
President Abdul Latif Jamal Rashid has renewed calls to protect the rights of the Ezidi people, deliver justice for victims, and complete the return of displaced families, as Iraqi officials face continued pressure to address reconstruction and long-standing insecurity affecting Ezidis in Iraq.
A new UK parliamentary report warns that Iraq’s religious minorities, including the Ezidi people and Christians, continue to face insecurity, displacement, and economic hardship despite the defeat of ISIS. The report calls for urgent action to protect minorities, support returns, and ensure accountability for genocide crimes.
