Erbil, Kurdistan Region – The Barzani Headquarters issued a strongly worded statement today condemning an alleged offensive act directed at Mir Hazem Tahseen Bek, the Prince of the Yazidis in Kurdistan and worldwide, as well as the head of the Yazidi Spiritual Council.

The incident reportedly took place in Berlin, where an unidentified Yazidi individual was accused of disrespecting the Yazidi leader. The Barzani Headquarters described the act as "unacceptable" and suggested it was driven by "malicious intentions."

In the statement, the Barzani Headquarters reaffirmed their full support for Mir Hazem Tahseen Bek, emphasizing their rejection of any attempts to "sow division and discord among the Yazidi community or insult their religious sanctities."

The Yazidi spiritual leader holds significant influence among the Yazidi population, particularly in Iraq’s Kurdistan Region, where the community has faced persecution in recent years. No further details were provided regarding the nature of the Berlin incident or the identity of the individual involved.

The statement concluded with a call for unity and respect, underscoring the importance of preserving the dignity of the Yazidi faith and its leadership.