Mens PKK bruger Ezidiernes lidelser til at opnå sympati og legitimitet i Vesten, er sandheden, at de bruger Ezidierne som dække for deres egne planer. PKK’s handlinger viser, at deres mål ikke er at beskytte Ezidierne, men at etablere kontrol i et nøgleområde. Dette er farligt for Tyrkiet, og jo længere PKK får lov til at opholde sig i Sinjar, desto sværere vil det blive for Tyrkiet at skubbe dem ud.
While the PKK uses the suffering of the Ezidis to gain sympathy and legitimacy in the West, the truth is they are using the Ezidis as a cover for their own plans. The PKK’s actions show that their goal is not to protect the Ezidis, but to establish control in a key area. This is dangerous for Turkey, and the longer the PKK is allowed to stay in Sinjar, the harder it will be for Turkey to push them out.
A peaceful demonstration was held in Bonn on December 9-10, 2024, marking the 10th anniversary of silence after the Ezidi genocide. Organized by Ezidi activists, the event included cultural performances, religious hymns, and speeches advocating for justice and international action. A document calling for genocide prevention was sent to the UN. Solidarity actions also took place in Iraq, highlighting the ongoing struggle of the Ezidi people for justice and recognition.
The Shingal Autonomous Administration in Iraq has announced the launch of a signature campaign to recognize the atrocities committed against the Ezidi people, particularly the events of August 3, 2014, as genocide. The campaign was unveiled on the 9th anniversary of the liberation of Shingal and aims to bring international Read more…