The letter said:
“In the name of God, the Beneficial, the Merciful,
In my name and on behalf of the people of Kurdistan, I thank you for the support you have provided to my region. Your assistance proves that the Islamic Republic of Iran is a close acquaintance of ours and the friendly people of Kurdistan are much appreciative.
I am confident that the relations of friendship, mutual assistance and cooperation, deepen the bonds of fraternity between the peoples of Kurdistan and Iran.
Wishing you health and happiness.
Massoud Barzani
President of Kurdistan Region
10/8/2014