Iraqi Political Leaders Unite in Congratulating KDP on Its 80th Anniversary
Atheel al-Nujayfi, Mithal al-Alusi, the Sovereignty Coalition, and Khamis al-Khanjar join a sweeping chorus of Iraqi voices honoring eight decades of KDP struggle, sacrifice, and national contribution
ERBIL (Kurdistan 24) - A broad cross-section of Iraq's political leadership extended congratulations on Sunday, August 16, 2026, to KDP President Masoud Barzani and the Kurdistan Democratic Party on the occasion of the party's 80th founding anniversary, with figures spanning Sunni, secular, and nationalist currents uniting in tribute to eight decades of Kurdish national struggle and political contribution to Iraq's shared civic life.
Atheel al-Nujayfi: A History of Coexistence and Shared Destiny
Atheel al-Nujayfi, former Governor of Nineveh province and one of Iraq's most prominent Sunni political figures, extended his congratulations to Prime Minister Masrour Barzani and the KDP's leadership, cadres, members, and supporters on the occasion of the party's 80th founding anniversary. Al-Nujayfi honored the KDP's long history of struggle and sacrifice, describing it as a party that has consistently stood for the rights of its people and contributed to the culture of coexistence and shared national life across Iraq's diverse communities. He expressed hope for continued partnership between the Kurdistan Region and Iraq's broader political forces in building a stable and prosperous future for all Iraqis.
Mithal al-Alusi: Eighty Years of Democratic Commitment
Iraqi politician and secular nationalist Mithal al-Alusi extended his personal congratulations to President Masoud Barzani and the KDP's leadership and members, marking the 80th anniversary with a tribute to the party's democratic values and its historic role in Iraq's political landscape. Al-Alusi, a longtime advocate of civil and democratic politics in Iraq, praised the KDP as a force that has consistently championed dialogue and partnership, and expressed his wishes for continued success for President Barzani and the party in its mission to advance Kurdish rights and national aspirations within a stable and democratic Iraq.
The Sovereignty Coalition: A National Journey Worth Honoring
Sarmad al-Khanjar, The Sovereignty Coalition, one of Iraq's leading Sunni political alliances, issued a congratulatory statement honoring the KDP's 80th founding anniversary and paying tribute to President Masoud Barzani's leadership, the party's cadres, and its broad popular base. The coalition described the KDP's eight-decade journey as a significant chapter in Iraq's national political history, praising its contributions to strengthening coexistence, dialogue, and partnership between Kurdistan and the rest of Iraq. The Sovereignty Coalition expressed its wishes for continued success for President Barzani and the KDP, and called for the deepening of joint work to consolidate stability and advance the shared interests of all of Iraq's components.
Khamis al-Khanjar: The KDP's Role in Shaping Iraq's Political Landscape
Khamis al-Khanjar, head of Iraq's al-Siyada Alliance and one of the most influential figures in Iraq's Sunni political movement, extended his congratulations to President Masoud Barzani and the KDP's leadership, cadres, and supporters on the occasion of the 80th anniversary. Al-Khanjar praised the KDP's long-standing role in shaping the political landscape of both Kurdistan and Iraq, describing the party as one of the most prominent components of the Kurdish and Iraqi political scene since its founding in 1946. He emphasized the party's contribution to strengthening coexistence and called for continued dialogue to resolve outstanding issues between Erbil and Baghdad through constitutional means and genuine partnership, affirming the importance of the KDP as an indispensable partner in Iraq's national life.
A Unified Message Across Iraq's Political Spectrum
The breadth and consistency of the congratulatory messages from across Iraq's political spectrum on Sunday reflect the KDP's unique position as a party whose significance transcends the boundaries of Kurdish politics to touch the wider fabric of Iraqi national life. From Sunni alliance leaders to secular nationalists, the messages shared a common thread: recognition of eight decades of struggle and sacrifice, appreciation for the KDP's contribution to dialogue and coexistence, and a call for continued partnership in building a stable and prosperous Iraq for all its people.
The outpouring of congratulations also arrives on a day of particular significance for the Kurdistan Region itself, with KDP President Masoud Barzani issuing a landmark 80th anniversary message pledging that no obstacle can stand in the way of the party's sacred duty to serve the Kurdish people, and with Kurdistan Region President Nechirvan Barzani calling for institutional renewal and good governance as the party enters its ninth decade.