Yazidi MP Calls for Protection of minorities Rights
He called for a strict application of the law, emphasizing that those who committed acts of terror or corruption should not benefit from legal leniency.
ERBIL (Kurdistan24) – Iraqi Member of Parliament Mahama Khalil Ali Agha met on Thursday, with Judge Jassim al-Amari, the Chief Justice of the Federal Supreme Court of Iraq, at the court’s headquarters to discuss key legislative issues, including the General Amnesty Law and constitutional rights for religious minorities, particularly the Yazidi community.
During the meeting, MP Khalil stressed the need to ensure that members of ISIS and those responsible for crimes against the Iraqi people are not included in the general amnesty.
He called for a strict application of the law, emphasizing that those who committed acts of terror or corruption should not benefit from legal leniency.
Federal Court Affirms Support for Yazidi Community
MP Khalil also advocated for the full implementation of constitutional rights for Iraq’s religious and ethnic minorities, particularly the Yazidis, who have endured severe persecution. He urged the government to allocate governmental and security positions to Yazidis, ensuring their representation in state institutions as outlined in the Iraqi Constitution.
In response, Chief Justice Al-Omari expressed solidarity with the Yazidi community, affirming that the Federal Supreme Court remains open to addressing their legal and constitutional concerns.
He assured MP Khalil that the court is committed to upholding justice and ensuring Yazidis receive their full rights under Iraqi law.
Push for Yazidi Representation in the Federal Court
In addition to minority rights, MP Khalil formally requested the inclusion of a Yazidi representative within the Federal Supreme Court, citing the importance of diversity and equal representation in Iraq’s judicial and legislative institutions.
The meeting also touched on mechanisms for implementing the General Amnesty Law, with MP Khalil urging authorities to prevent those responsible for bloodshed and financial crimes from benefiting from legal pardons.
The discussions underscore a broader push to protect the rights of Iraq’s Yazidis, following years of marginalization and atrocities committed against them.