The sons and daughters of this struggling people, the loyal fighters of the revolutionary cause, through their presence and faith, have faced — and continue to face — all attacks by the occupiers. They ignited the spark of resistance in the cycle of struggle and, through their great sacrifices, inscribed their names in golden letters as a lasting legacy in history. Our two comrades, Agirî Zap and Amara Cîçek, through their struggle in the face of darkness, have become beacons of light on our path.
At the outset, we extend our condolences to the founder of the Free Life philosophy, Leader Apo, to the families of our martyred comrades, and to our patriotic people.
Comrade Agirî Zap opened her eyes to life in the city of Derik (Dêrik), within the “Ciyayî” tribe. She grew up amid the Rojava Revolution and became acquainted with the Freedom Movement from early childhood. Comrade Agirî Zap carried deep anger toward the enemy, having witnessed its true nature up close. As attacks against Rojava continued, she chose to transform the anger within her into struggle against the bloodthirsty enemy.
After completing her basic training, she joined the Military Operations Academy and specialized in the military field, where she trained with determination. She also deepened herself in the path of the free woman and continued the struggle for women’s freedom. Comrade Agirî Zap further developed her character through the philosophy of the Leader and achieved intellectual and practical harmony with the thought of free life. She proved to the whole world that the free woman succeeds not only on the battlefield, but in all areas of life.
On January 17, 2026, our comrade Agirî Zap rose to martyrdom following clashes with armed groups affiliated with Hay’at Tahrir al-Sham in Tabqa.
Comrade Amara Cîçek opened her eyes in the city where darkness was transformed into light — the city of resistance, Kobanê. She was raised in a spirit of patriotism, carried its values with courage, and fulfilled her duty. During ISIS attacks, like thousands of Kobanê’s residents, she was displaced to Northern Kurdistan. These attacks created a strong motivation for struggle. In order to repel assaults against the people, she joined the ranks of the Women’s Protection Units (YPJ), making the stance of the free woman her guiding example. With her youthful spirit, she lit the torches of freedom and illuminated our lives.
On January 18, 2026, in Raqqa, our comrade Amara Cîçek joined the caravan of immortals following an ambush by armed groups affiliated with Hay’at Tahrir al-Sham.
Our two comrades, Agirî Zap and Amara Cîçek, through their courageous stance, have become role models for a free and dignified life. We pledge to our dear comrades and to all people of values that we will never retreat from our goals of a free and democratic life. We will carry the banner of their resistance until victory, until the physical freedom of Leader Apo and our patriotic people is achieved, and we will continue the struggle without pause.
We bow in renewed respect before the revolutionaries on the path of freedom and extend our condolences to our people who strive for peace and resistance.
Nom de guerre: Agirî Zap
Civil name: Helîz Hasan
Place of birth: Derik
Mother’s name: Sabiha
Father’s name: Faris
Place & date of martyrdom: January 17, 2026 – Tabqa
Nom de guerre: Amara Cîçek
Civil name: Marwa Badih
Place of birth: Kobanê
Mother’s name: Samira
Father’s name: Badih
Place & date of martyrdom: January 18, 2026 – Raqqa
General Command of the Women’s Protection Units (YPJ)
31. 01. 2026
