PUK Media and Awareness Bureau Marks Anniversary of Kurdish Journalism, Calls for Truth, Freedom and Responsible Media

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The Media and Awareness Bureau of the Patriotic Union of Kurdistan (PUK).

The Media and Awareness Bureau of the Patriotic Union of Kurdistan (PUK) has issued a message of congratulations on the anniversary of Kurdish journalism.

The message reads as follows:

On the occasion of the anniversary of the first edition of Kurdistan newspaper, we extend our warmest congratulations to all journalists and media professionals across Kurdistan. This occasion is not only a remembrance of the past, but also a reaffirmation of our commitment to truth, freedom, and national responsibility.

For 128 years, Kurdish journalism has been shaped by struggle and sacrifice, with its brave voices consistently serving as the sounding board of our society. This proud legacy reinforces our sense of national and civic duty and contributes to raising public awareness.

On this significant anniversary, our message is clear: the media must stand as a guardian of truth and the conscience of society, guiding it between misinformation and reality. Journalism is not merely about reporting news; it is about defending rights and helping to build a fair and balanced society.

At this sensitive time for Kurdistan, Iraq, and the wider region, the role of the media is more important than ever. Media organisations must operate freely and with optimism in order to preserve stability and strengthen democracy.

We reject all forms of violence and hope that the media’s influence will serve as a voice for peace and dialogue, rather than a tool for propaganda, conflict, and disorder.

Finally, we extend our message to all media professionals:

May your pens remain fruitful, and your voices always uphold truth, justice, freedom, and stability.

Media and Awareness Bureau
Patriotic Union of Kurdistan


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