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Bashdar Hassan, a lawyer at the International Rights Institute, has condemned the kidnapping of New Generation MP Sipan Amedi by KDP forces as illegal and called for those responsible to be sentenced to 15 years in prison.
Hassan stated on Tuesday that the abduction of MP Sipan Amedi violates both domestic and international laws, emphasizing that the authorities in the Kurdistan Region bear responsibility for holding the perpetrators accountable. He praised New Generation Movement MPs for their efforts in raising public awareness and defending the rights of citizens.
MP Sipan Amedi was kidnapped on Sunday, June 29, by forces affiliated with the Kurdistan Democratic Party (KDP), allegedly in retaliation for his criticism of Massoud Barzani and his outspoken stance on the region’s deteriorating living conditions. The incident has sparked widespread condemnation and ongoing public reactions.
According to Hassan, the attack represents a dangerous attempt to silence democratic opposition and violates the principles of free expression and parliamentary immunity. He urged immediate legal action and international scrutiny.