U.S. Officials Commend President Barzani’s Role in Kurdish Unity
"President Barzani’s leadership in facilitating dialogue between Kurdish factions are crucial in achieving long-term stability in the region" U.S. Officials stated.
Feb. 8, 2025
ERBIL (Kurdistan24) – Senior U.S. State Department officials have praised President Masoud Barzani’s efforts in fostering unity among Kurdish political factions, recognizing his leadership as a stabilizing force in the region.
Hemin Hawrami, Head of the Kurdistan Democratic Party (KDP) Organizational Bureau, met with senior-ranking officials from the U.S. State Department, including Tom Rosenberger, Deputy Assistant Secretary of State for Syria and the region, and Scott Poultz, the U.S. Special Envoy for Northeast Syria.
During the discussions, Hawrami highlighted President Barzani’s commitment to strengthening intra-Kurdish relations and promoting stability amid ongoing geopolitical shifts in Syria and the wider region. He emphasized the Kurdistan Region’s strategic role in shaping regional developments, particularly regarding Syria’s transitional phase.
In response, U.S. officials acknowledged and commended President Barzani’s leadership in facilitating dialogue between Kurdish factions, describing his efforts as crucial in achieving long-term stability.
They reiterated Washington’s support for continued cooperation between Erbil and the U.S. in addressing regional security and political challenges.
Following the meeting, Hawrami stated: “We engaged in extensive discussions with senior U.S. State Department officials on Syria’s political transition, security dynamics, and its broader regional implications. Strengthening coordination between the Kurdistan Region and the United States remains pivotal for ensuring stability in the region.”
KDP’s Diplomatic Engagements in Washington
Hawrami’s meeting with U.S. officials followed his diplomatic engagements in Washington on Friday, where he met with U.S. Congressman Eugene Vindman to present the KDP’s vision on Iraq’s evolving political landscape and broader regional challenges.
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His visit to Washington also included participation in the 72nd National Prayer Breakfast, where he met with global leaders and U.S. policymakers to further strengthen Kurdistan’s international partnerships.
The series of high-level meetings underscores the KDP’s ongoing efforts to enhance diplomatic ties with the U.S. and advocate for Kurdish political and security interests amid shifting dynamics in Iraq and Syria.