Sulaiman Ismail Jahangir, born in 1927 in the village of Botia, located in the Duhok province, embarked on a distinguished political journey that began in 1959 when he joined the ranks of the Kurdistan Democratic Party (KDP). His dedication to the cause quickly became evident, and by 1961, he had risen to the position of a cadre within the first branch of the Duhok Regional Committee. Demonstrating exceptional leadership and commitment, he was subsequently appointed in 1967 as the head of the Peshmergas for the Duhok Regional Committee, marking a significant milestone in his enduring service to the party and the region.
Sulaiman Ismail Jahangir, born in 1927 in Botia village, Duhok province, joined the Kurdistan Democratic Party (KDP) in 1959. By 1961, he had become a cadre in the Duhok Regional Committee, and in 1967, he was appointed as the head of the Peshmergas for the region, showcasing his dedication and leadership.
After the collapse of the Aylul Revolution in 1975, Sulaiman Ismail Jahangir returned to his village, only to face expulsion by the Iraqi regime to Diwaniya in southern Iraq. Despite this setback, his commitment to the Kurdish cause remained unwavering. In 1977, he rejoined the revolution, serving as a cadre in the Duhok Regional Committee for a year before being appointed head of the Amedi Regional Committee. His leadership during this period was marked by resilience and determination.
Tragically, Sulaiman Ismail Jahangir's family paid a heavy price for their dedication to the Kurdish struggle. In 1983, his son Majid Sulaiman, who led the secret organization of Judy, was martyred. The losses continued in September 1987, when another son, Mohammed Salih Sulaiman, who headed the Amedi area committee, was martyred in the battle of Kani Masei. The Anfal campaign of 1988 brought further heartbreak when his third son, Fakhri Sulaiman, a Peshmerga of the Duhok Regional Committee, was arrested by the Iraqi regime and later martyred. That same year, Sulaiman Ismail himself was expelled to Jajnikan, near Bahrka in Erbil province.
In 1990, Sulaiman Ismail Jahangir returned to Duhok province, where he continued to play a pivotal role in the Kurdish struggle. His efforts were particularly significant during the 1991 uprising in South Kurdistan. Following the establishment of Malta village in Duhok, he was appointed as a cadre of the Duhok Regional Committee in the first branch, further solidifying his legacy within the Kurdish movement.
In recognition of his lifelong dedication and sacrifice, Sulaiman Ismail Jahangir was honored with the Barzani Medal by President Massoud Barzani in 2010 at the 13th Congress of the Kurdistan Democratic Party (KDP). This award stands as a testament to his enduring contributions to the Kurdish cause.
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