Nechirvan Barzani, President of the Kurdistan Region of Iraq, and Prime Minister Masrour Barzani have issued condolence messages following the death of Turkish MP and peace negotiator Sırrı Süreyya Önder.
Both leaders praised Önder’s lifelong dedication to peace and coexistence. Nechirvan Barzani described him as a “distinguished example of peacemaking and human dignity,” recalling his committed role in Turkey’s peace efforts as Deputy Speaker of Parliament and a member of the İmralı Delegation.
Masrour Barzani called Önder a “man of struggle” and a historic friend of the Kurdish people. “He played a vital and unforgettable role in strengthening mutual understanding between the Kurdish and Turkish peoples,” he said.
Önder died on 3 May in İstanbul after complications from heart surgery. His death has prompted tributes from across the political spectrum in Turkey and the wider region.
