President Barzani Extends Warm Wishes to Yezidis on the Occasion of the Yezidi Summer Festival
President Masoud Barzani extends warm congratulations to Yezidi Spiritual Council and all Yezidis worldwide on the Yezidi Summer Festival (Çileya Havînê): 'May you celebrate in peace and security. Blessed holiday to all,' said President Barzani.

ERBIL (Kurdistan24) – President Masoud Barzani on Friday, extended his heartfelt congratulations to the Yezidi Spiritual Council and Yezidis across Kurdistan and the world on the occasion of the Yezidi Summer Festival (Çileya Havînê).
In his official statement, President Barzani emphasized his hope that Yezidis will be able to observe their religious holidays in an atmosphere of peace and safety.
Below is the full text of the message:
In the Name of God, the Most Merciful, the Most Compassionate
On the occasion of the Yezidi Summer Festival of our Yezidi brothers and sisters, I extend my warmest congratulations to the Yezidi Spiritual Council and to all Yezidis in Kurdistan and around the world.
I hope that our Yezidi brothers and sisters celebrate all their religious holidays and occasions in an atmosphere of peace and security.
Blessed holiday to you all, and may you remain in goodness and joy..
Masoud Barzani
August 1, 2025