ERBIL, Kurdistan Region – President Nechirvan Barzani expressed deep condolences and solidarity with the Islamic Republic of Iran following the death of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. Barzani said his thoughts and prayers are with the Iranian people in their time of grief.
In his statement, the president Nechirvan Barzani described the moment as one of profound sorrow. He affirmed that the Kurdistan Region stands alongside Iran in mourning this loss. Barzani also urged the international community to work toward restoring stability and ending violent conflict across the region.
The sudden death of Ayatollah Khamenei has triggered a series of regional and global reactions. Following confirmation of his passing in a major U.S.–Israeli airstrike on Tehran, several governments and leaders have issued condolences and called for de-escalation. Many countries, including Iraq, declared periods of official mourning and vowed to support peaceful resolutions to regional tensions.
Barzani’s message emphasized that peace and dialogue remain essential for the future of the Middle East. He stressed that unresolved conflicts and rising instability pose risks not only to immediate neighbors but also to global security. Therefore, he called on regional actors to prioritize communication and negotiation over confrontation.
In addition to political remarks, social and religious leaders across Iraq and beyond also offered their condolences and called for unity. Many urged their communities to remain calm and avoid actions that could worsen tensions.
Barzani’s condolences reflect the Kurdistan Region’s long-standing diplomatic stance favoring dialogue and peaceful solutions. His statement underscores a shared commitment to stability and respect for human experience, even amid deep geopolitical divisions.