DEM Party Hails President Barzani's Representative Visit to Western Kurdistan as "Important and Sacred"

Speaking to Kurdistan24, Ciftyurek underscored the importance of these meetings, notably emphasizing their timing and potential impact on Kurdish unity.

DEM Party official logo. (Photo: Kurdistan24)
DEM Party official logo. (Photo: Kurdistan24)

Jan. 14, 2025

ERBIL (Kurdistan24) – In a significant development for Kurdish unity efforts, Sinan Ciftyurek, a parliamentarian from Van province representing the Peoples' Democratic and Justice Party (DEM Party), has characterized the recent diplomatic mission of President Barzani's representative to Western Kurdistan (Rojava) as "important and sacred."

Hamid Darbandi, President Barzani's representative, arrived in Western Kurdistan on Monday for meetings with key Kurdish leaders.

The diplomatic engagement included meetings with Mazloum Abdi, Commander-in-Chief of the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) in Hasaka, and Muhammad Ismail, President of the Kurdish National Council in Syria (ENKS also known as KNCS) in Qamishli.

Speaking to Kurdistan24, Ciftyurek underscored the importance of these meetings, notably emphasizing their timing and potential impact on Kurdish unity.

"The visit of President Barzani's representative to Western Kurdistan and his meetings with SDF and ENKS officials represent an important and sacred step forward," he stated.

During his visit, Darbandi conveyed President Barzani's message highlighting the significance of unity and solidarity among Kurdish parties in Western Kurdistan, particularly crucial given Syria's current transitional phase.

The message resonated with both the SDF and ENKS leadership, who later issued separate statements expressing gratitude for President Barzani's continuous support for Kurdish rights in Western Kurdistan while reiterating their commitment to Kurdish unity.

The timing of this diplomatic initiative is notably significant, following recent US-sponsored talks between SDF and ENKS officials in Qamishli.

Furthermore, the visit comes on the heels of an ENKS delegation's recent meeting with President Barzani at his headquarters in Pirmam, where discussions centered on Syria's latest developments and the future of Kurds in the country.

This diplomatic engagement signifies a continuation of efforts to reinforce Kurdish unity and coordination across different regions, emphasizing the ongoing role of Kurdish leadership in navigating complex regional dynamics and promoting Kurdish interests through diplomatic channels.

The focus on unity and coordination among Kurdish parties at this juncture hints at a strategic approach to tackling challenges facing the Kurdish people in Syria while maintaining strong inter-regional Kurdish relations.