German parliament recognises Yazidi genocide in Iraq
CanaryMAY 2023
Acknowledgment is the first step. By recognizing the atrocities that took place against the Yazidi people, the UK has opened the door for accountability and justice, which will include criminal actions against any British-born perpetrators and assistance for the victims. Equally as important, it sends a message to the world that these outrageous acts cannot go unchecked.
While this is a much-needed move, it's not enough. IS fighters may have committed these atrocities — and should undoubtedly be punished — but several international communities were silent witnesses and must also be held accountable for their failure to prevent the genocide of the Yazidi people. This should serve as a warning to the international community that they have obligations, and they must abide by them.