Arab and Kurdish components in Hasaka reaffirm Unity, reject sectarian hate speech

Citizens of Hasaka, both Arab and Kurdish, have underscored the importance of standing together against calls for division and sectarian tension, which threaten social cohesion and civil peace. 

They stressed that the longstanding coexistence and shared destiny among the region’s components remain a solid foundation against any destabilizing efforts.

Dahhām Sayyid Ali, an Arab community member, emphasized the strong historical relationship between Kurds and Arabs, noting: “Kurds and Arabs have long-standing familial and brotherly ties. They have lived side by side for generations in both cities and villages.”

He pointed out that throughout the years of the Syrian crisis, certain individuals affiliated with the former regime have repeatedly tried to ignite discord by posing as tribal leaders and stoking tensions between Kurds and Arabs.

“Those who impersonate Arab tribal sheikhs and incite hatred through social media are outcasts—they are not accepted among our tribes,” he said.

Sayyid Ali asserted that such provocations will not influence the authentic Arab communities, nor will they succeed in dragging them into sectarian strife. He noted that Arab youth stand today alongside their Kurdish counterparts in the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF), defending their land and the dignity of all peoples.

He concluded with a call for the region’s youth to remain vigilant and reject all divisive rhetoric aimed at fragmenting their closely woven social fabric.

From the Kurdish component, Manal Ahmī highlighted the fraternal nature of relations in the region:

“The relationship between the peoples here is one of brotherhood and kinship. Arab and Kurdish blood mixed in the fight against ISIS, and we endured suffering together as one.”

She acknowledged the widespread nature of hate speech online, which can mislead the weak-minded. However, she expressed confidence that the unity among communities would prevail over such harmful narratives.

She called on all the region’s peoples to remain alert and resist the poisonous rhetoric being spread online, affirming that the intercommunal bonds in Northeast Syria are historically deep and resilient.

Ali al-Sulaymān, another Arab resident of Hasaka, reiterated the strength of Arab-Kurdish relations: “We are connected by shared history, blood, and suffering. Together, we have fought terrorism and protected our homeland.”

He pointed out that while sectarian strife has swept across many parts of Syria, it has failed to infiltrate the unity of the communities in Noth and East Syria.

He concluded by encouraging others to learn from this model of solidarity and warned the youth not to fall prey to the inciting discourse that seeks to undermine security and stability in the region.

Mohammad Salman, a member of the Kurdish component, stated: "What unites the peoples of this region is brotherhood and shared partnership — a relationship that has lasted for hundreds of years. It was truly demonstrated during times of war, especially through the experience of the Democratic Nation project, which overcame racism and sectarian tensions."

He concluded by saying:"After the events in Sweida, there have been attempts to incite unrest against the regions of North and East Syria. But we affirm that these efforts to destabilize the region’s security and stability will not succeed."

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