PM Masrour Barzani offers condolences for the passing of prominent Kurdish politician

In a statement, Prime Minister Barzani extended his deepest condolences to Ekinci's family, acknowledging his significant contributions to Kurdish politics and culture.

Kurdistan Region Prime Minister Masrour Barzani. (Photo: KRG)
Kurdistan Region Prime Minister Masrour Barzani. (Photo: KRG)

ERBIL, Kurdistan Region — Today, Masrour Barzani, Prime Minister of the Kurdistan Regional Government (KRG), announced with sorrow the passing of Dr. Tarık Ziya Ekinci, a distinguished Kurdish writer, politician, and former member of the Turkish parliament.

In a statement, Prime Minister Barzani extended his deepest condolences to Ekinci's family, acknowledging his significant contributions to Kurdish politics and culture.

“I am deeply saddened by the news of the passing of Dr. Tarık Ziya Ekinci, a prominent Kurdish writer, patriot, and former Turkish Parliament member. I extend my heartfelt condolences to his family,” said PM Barzani.

He concluded the statement with a tribute, wishing that God grant Ekinci’s soul eternal peace and provide comfort to his loved ones.

Full text of the Condolence Letter from the Prime Minister of the Kurdistan Regional Government:

"I am deeply saddened by the news of the passing of Dr. Tarık Ziya Ekinci, a distinguished Kurdish writer, politician, and patriot who served as a member of the Turkish Parliament. I extend my deepest condolences to Master Ekinci's family.

May God rest his soul in Paradise and grant peace and comfort to all who mourn his loss."

Masrour Barzani
Prime Minister of the Kurdistan Regional Government