President Masoud Barzani Offers Condolences to Kurdistan24 General Director Following Father’s Passing
In a phone call, President Masoud Barzani extended his sympathy and heartfelt condolences to Zawiteyi, expressing solidarity with him and his family during this difficult time.

ERBIL (Kurdistan24) — President Masoud Barzani on Saturday offered his condolences to Ahmed Zawiteyi, General Director of Kurdistan24, following the passing of his father, Hussein Ahmed Zawiteyi.
In a phone call, President Masoud Barzani extended his sympathy and heartfelt condolences to Zawiteyi, expressing solidarity with him and his family during this difficult time.
Hussein Ahmed Zawiteyi passed away earlier Saturday after a period of illness, according to a statement by Kurdistan24.
Also on Saturday, Prime Minister Masrour Barzani conveyed his condolences to Ahmed Zawiteyi via phone. The Prime Minister expressed sorrow for the loss, praying that God Almighty grant the deceased eternal peace and bestow patience and strength upon his family.
In response, Zawiteyi, on behalf of his family, extended his gratitude and appreciation to both leaders for their kind gestures and compassionate messages of support.
Ahmed Zawiteyi is a well-known Kurdish journalist and media executive, currently serving as the General Director of Kurdistan24, one of the leading news outlets in the Kurdistan Region. His leadership has been instrumental in shaping the channel’s national and regional presence. The condolences from the Region’s top political leaders reflect the deep respect he commands within Kurdish media and political circles. The death of his father comes at a time of heightened public attention to the role of professional and responsible journalism in preserving democratic values and regional stability.