President Nechirvan Barzani extends condolences to the Yazidis

January 12, 2026

Following the passing of the renowned Yazidi scholar and religious leader, Khidr Barkat Kaso, I extend my deepest condolences to his family and the entire Yezidi community.

I pray that God grants him eternal peace through His mercy and provides everyone with patience and tranquility. As a devoted religious scholar, he served his Yazidi faith and community with dedication and was a great protector of the culture of coexistence.

Nechirvan Barzani
President of the Kurdistan Region

[Source: Kurdistan Region Presidency - edited press release]