A Kurdish teenager from Duhok, Dara Dildar, aged 15, was tragically stabbed to death in Cologne, Germany. His father, Dildar Mohammed, expressed his intention to take legal action against the German police and judiciary, holding them responsible for failing to protect his son
Dara was stabbed nine times on the outskirts of Cologne. After the incident, his body was brought back to the Kurdistan Region and laid to rest in Duhok. According to Kurdish media outlets , Dildar Mohammed narrated the events leading to his son’s untimely death. He explained That The Kurdish teenager was walking with a friend who asked him to deliver a plastic bag to a certain address in Germany . However, police detained Dara on his way as the bag contained prohibited materials in Germany.
Despite Dara being released from custody after it was found that he was unaware of the bag’s contents, he was questioned by the police about the individuals who gave him the bag. Dildar Mohammed believes that this investigation made his son a target for the perpetrators.
Dildar Mohammed expressed his dissatisfaction with the lack of protection provided to his son, stating that according to international standards, a witness should be safeguarded. He criticized the authorities for not ensuring Dara’s safety, allowing the perpetrators to carry out their deadly attack.
Three individuals involved in Dara’s murder have been arrested, while warrants have been issued for six others. Dildar Mohammed stated his intention to return to Germany to file complaints against the police and judiciary for their alleged negligence in protecting his son, the Kurdish teenager , Dara.
Kurds in Germany
Germany is home to a significant Kurdish population, with approximately one million Kurds residing in the country. The majority of these Kurds originate from northern Kurdistan. However, following the devastating attacks by ISIS in 2014, there has been an influx of Kurds from southern Kurdistan who have sought refuge in Germany, including the family of the Kurdish teenager mentioned earlier.
During ISIS war, The rise of ISIS forced many Kurds from southern Kurdistan to leave their homes and seek safety elsewhere. Germany, with its reputation for providing asylum to those in need, became a preferred destination for many Kurdish families. The ongoing instability and conflict in the region prompted families to make the difficult decision to leave their homeland in search of a more secure future.
These Kurdish families, including the family of the teenage victim, have made Germany their new home, seeking safety, stability, and the opportunity for a better life. Despite facing numerous challenges and difficulties in the process of migration and integration, they contribute to the multicultural fabric of Germany and strive to rebuild their lives in their new surroundings.Germany’s Kurdish community is diverse, representing different ethnic, cultural, and linguistic backgrounds.
Together, they form a vibrant community that maintains strong ties to their Kurdish heritage while embracing the opportunities and experiences that Germany has to offer.As Germany continues to grapple with the complexities of migration and integration, the Kurdish community plays an important role in shaping the country’s cultural, social, and economic landscape. Though Their resilience and determination in the face of adversity serves as a testament to the strength and spirit of the Kurdish people.
