University of Shatrah Commemorates the Yazidi Genocide with a Moment of Silence in Memory of the Martyrs

University of Shatrah commemorates the Yazidi genocide with a moment of silence in memory of the martyrs

The University of Shatrah held a moment of silence in commemoration of the genocide suffered by the members of the Yazidi community on 3 August 2014, which is considered one of the most heinous crimes against humanity in modern times.

This vigil, in which a number of the University's professors and staff took part, was held in response to the directives of the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research, affirming the role of the academic institution in promoting the values of coexistence, peace and human solidarity.

Prof. Dr. Basim Abdul-Hussein Jarallah, President of the University of Shatrah, affirmed in his speech on the occasion that the University stands today in reverence before the suffering of this authentic community, and renews its pledge to contribute to consolidating societal awareness of human rights and rejecting all forms of violence, extremism and discrimination.

The vigil also included the recitation of Surat Al-Fatiha for the souls of the victims, and speeches recalling the tragedy and calling for support for efforts towards fairness and justice.

Government Media and Communication Department

University of Shatrah

3 August 2025