The city of Derik witnessed a massive public march today, attended by hundreds of local residents, representatives of civil institutions, and members of the Women’s Protection Units (YPJ), reaffirming support for the pioneering role of women in protecting the region and defending its achievements.
The march set off from Freedom Square and headed toward the city’s central market amid broad public participation and interaction.
The event began with a minute of silence in honor and remembrance of the martyrs, followed by a speech delivered by Kongra Star member Wafaa Ali, who conveyed a strong and direct message calling for recognition of the sacrifices made by these forces. She stated:
“As a people, we stand with all our strength in support of the Women’s Protection Units, and today we call for their official recognition due to their long history of struggle and the path paved with sacrifices that they have followed for many years in order to protect the people and safeguard women’s freedom and dignity.”
The event concluded amid an enthusiastic atmosphere, as participants raised slogans honoring women’s struggle, chanting: “Long Live the Resistance of the Women’s Protection Units,” as a message of resilience and a reaffirmation of the people’s support for the women’s forces in the region.
