On Saturday, May 3, 2025, Masrour Barzani, the Prime Minister of the Kurdistan Regional Government, expressed his condolences on the passing of the prominent politician and parliamentarian, Deputy Speaker of the Turkish Parliament, Sirri Süreyya Önder, following a battle with illness. Below is the text of the condolence message:

"We extend our deepest condolences and sympathies on the passing of the well-known politician, distinguished member of the Equality and Peoples' Democracy Party (DEM), and Deputy Speaker of the Turkish Parliament, Mr. Sirri Süreyya Önder.

In this painful loss, we offer our sincere condolences and heartfelt sympathy to his honorable family, friends, and comrades, sharing in their grief during this difficult time.

The deceased was a longtime friend of the Kurdish people and a prominent advocate in Turkey’s peace process, having played an unforgettable role in strengthening the bonds of brotherhood and harmony between the Kurdish and Turkish peoples.

We pray to Almighty God to bestow His vast mercy upon the departed, grant him a place in His spacious Paradise, and grant everyone patience and solace."

Masrour Barzani
Prime Minister of the Kurdistan Regional Government
May 3, 2025