the name of God, the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful.

On the occasion of the New Year and the birth of Jesus Christ (peace be upon him), I extend my heartfelt congratulations and best wishes to all Christian sisters and brothers in Kurdistan, in Iraq, and around the world. May this blessed season bring you abundant goodness, happiness, and joy.

At this time we reaffirm our commitment to strengthening the culture of coexistence and brotherhood among all religious and national communities in Kurdistan. I pray that our Christian sisters and brothers may always celebrate their feasts and occasions in an atmosphere of security, peace, and dignity.

May this occasion mark the beginning of the dispelling of tragedies, the easing of hardships, and an end to the suffering that weighs upon humanity. May peace and harmony prevail everywhere.

Masoud Barzani

December 24, 2025