Akitu celebrations in Dayrik, North and East Syria organized by National Parties Coordination Committee a success

DAYRIK, North and East Syria — In a display of unity and national pride, the political parties of the Syriac (Aramean–Assyrian–Chaldean) people in North and East Syria came together under the Coordination and Consultation Committee to jointly organize celebrations of Akitu, the Babylonian Syriac–Assyrian New Year. One celebration, held in the picturesque village of Hakmiyeh in the countryside of Dayrik (Derik / Malikiyah) countryside. The event saw the participation of representatives from various institutions, political parties, and tribal leaders, alongside a crowd of Syriacs (Arameans–Assyrians–Chaldeans).

The festivities commenced with a moment of silence honoring martyrs, followed by impassioned speeches delivered by representatives of the participating parties. Sayeda Ibrahim, a member of the Syriac Union Party (SUP) in Dayrik, articulated her heartfelt aspirations for Syria’s peace and prosperity, emphasizing Akitu’s profound significance in reaffirming the enduring heritage of the Syriac (Aramean–Assyrian–Chaldean) people within Syria’s cultural tapestry.

Echoing this sentiment, Hossam al-Qass, an official of the Assyrian Democratic Organization (ADO), underscored Akitu’s symbolic importance as a national and patriotic celebration, emblematic of the unwavering commitment of the Syriac (Aramean–Assyrian–Chaldean) people to their homeland and quest for rightful recognition and linguistic preservation.

Al-Qass highlighted the pivotal role played by the political parties of the Syriac (Aramean–Assyrian–Chaldean) people within the Coordination and Consultation Committee, lauding their efforts in fostering robust political alliances that resonate with the collective aspirations of their communities.

The festivities were enriched with vibrant folk performances, evoking the spirit of renewal and the advent of spring. Akitu 6774 served as a poignant reminder of the resilience and unity that continue to define the rich cultural legacy of the Syriac (Syriac (Aramean–Assyrian–Chaldean) people.