President Barzani Mourns the Passing of U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham

President Barzani Mourns the Passing of U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham

Jul 12 2026

ARK News.. President Masoud Barzani expressed his deep sorrow on Sunday over the passing of prominent Republican U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham, describing him as "a true friend of the Kurdish people."

The full text of the statement reads:

"It is with profound sadness and sorrow that I received the news of the sudden passing of Senator Lindsey Graham, a true friend of the Kurdish people. Lindsey Graham's name and his steadfast support for the rights of the Kurdish people will forever remain engraved in the memory of the people of Kurdistan."

"I extend my deepest condolences and heartfelt sympathies to his esteemed family, as well as to all his friends and loved ones. I share in their grief during this difficult time, praying that Almighty God grants the deceased His infinite mercy and bestows patience and comfort upon his family and all who mourn his loss."

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