An exhibition dedicated to Ezidi heroes of the Great Patriotic War opened at the Yaroslavl History Museum on 7 May. The exhibition presents photographs and stories of Ezidi Red Army soldiers who fought in major battles during the Second World War.
Ahead of Armenia’s June elections, Armenian politician Gagik Tsarukyan visited Khnaberd, Rya Taza and Aragats, including Ezidi villages. Ezidi voters should view last-minute political visits with caution.
An Ezidi survivor has been freed after approximately 12 years in ISIS captivity, according to verified sources. Ezidi Times has decided not to publish photographs or footage of her in order to protect her identity, privacy and dignity.
Five-time European Champion Malkhas Amoyan says he feels the support of the Ezidi and Armenian people every second. In an interview with Iravunk.com, the Ezidi wrestler spoke about faith, pressure, illness before the championship and the strength behind his latest gold medal.
The popularity of Far City [Uzak Şehir] has brought new tourism attention to Midyat. Beyond its stone mansions and filming locations, the district also carries a layered history shaped by different peoples, including Ezidis and their ancient religion, Sharfadin.
A moving review of The Kite Runner by Khaled Hosseini, exploring friendship, betrayal, guilt, loyalty, and the possibility of becoming a better person after painful mistakes.
Noto Serif Yezidi is a digital font designed to support the Ezidi script, making it easier to use in websites, books, archives, educational material and cultural projects. Its availability through Google Fonts is an important step for preserving Ezidi heritage, strengthening digital visibility and supporting the Sharfadin faith and Ezidi identity in the modern world.
For many Ezidi girls in Armenia, education is still interrupted too early by early marriage and social pressure. The issue is not a requirement of Sharfadin, but a harmful social problem that limits girls’ futures, weakens public participation and prevents many from completing school or reaching university.
Germany recognized the genocide against the Ezidi people in 2023, but many Ezidis from Iraq still face legal uncertainty and possible deportation. The growing gap between political recognition and real protection raises urgent questions about safety, dignity, family unity and Germany’s responsibility toward genocide survivors.
Australia recognised the ISIS genocide against the Ezidi people. But recognition is not enough. ISIS crimes against Ezidis must not be reduced to simple terrorism cases. They must be investigated and prosecuted as genocide, crimes against humanity, slavery, sexual violence, and war crimes.
