MADRID, 3 Ago. (EUROPA PRESS) –
The United States has affirmed this Thursday that its commitment to the Yazidi community is “unwavering” nine years after the genocide of this minority at the hands of the Islamic State after the jihadist group took part of northern and western Iraq in its campaign lightning in 2014.
“We continue to press for justice and accountability for all victims and survivors, as well as respect for the Human Rights of all Yazidis, including freedom of religion or belief,” the spokesman for the Yazidis stressed in a statement. United States Department of State, Matthew Miller.
Miller has indicated that Washington stands in solidarity with the survivors of the genocide, which has left “scars” on this minority “until today”, and has stressed that as long as their memory is kept “alive” the suffering of the survivors and the “strength , resistance and determination” of the Yazidis.
“Islamic State kidnapped and killed thousands of Yazidis, forcing minors to become child soldiers and women to be sold as sex slaves. The death toll is unknown and mass grave discoveries continue,” he recalled.
“By pursuing justice and accountability (…) Iraq has the opportunity to embark on a new path that leads to greater peace, stability and prosperity for all its communities. With this approach, it can serve as an example of mutual respect and coexistence for the region and the world”, has settled.
