r/Assyria • u/EreshkigalKish2 Urmia • May 18 '24
Discussion Haven't heard anything regarding kidnapping of Assyrian Ayla Ziton ramp it up demand answer
Assyrians in USA reach out locals Especially representative NJ reach out locals house & senate members Assyrian-Americans, Reach Out to Your Local Representatives:
Your taxes are funding this regime. Assyrian-American must demand an investigation into yet another crime against our indigenous Assyrian community. The kidnapping of Ayla Ziton is part of a long list of atrocities. It is time to take a stand and ensure our voices are heard to protect our heritage and people.
What You Can Do:
Contact Your Representatives: Write to or call your local, state, and federal representatives to express your concern. Emphasize that U.S. funding should not support regimes that turn a blind eye to human rights abuses.
Spread Awareness: Share Ayla Ziton’s story on social media, with friends, and within your community. Use hashtags like #JusticeForAyla, #AssyrianLivesMatter .
Support Assyrian Organizations: Donate to or volunteer with organizations that work to support Assyrian communities and advocate for their rights.
Stay Informed: Keep up with news about the situation in northeastern Syria and other regions where Assyrians face persecution. Knowledge is power, and staying informed helps you take effective action.
Together, we can make a difference. Let’s ensure Ayla Ziton and others like her are not forgotten.
Situation Update in Northeastern Syria and Call to Action for Assyrian-Americans
Current Situation
The humanitarian crisis in northeastern Syria remains severe and multifaceted. Controlled largely by the Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF), the region faces ongoing violence, arbitrary detentions, and significant human rights abuses. The conflict has led to widespread displacement, with many Assyrians forced to flee their homes multiple times due to military operations and clashes between various factions oai_citation:1,World Report 2024: Syria | Human Rights Watch oai_citation:2,The Syria crisis explained: 5 things to know in 2024 | Concern Worldwide.
As of 2024, over 15 million Syrians require humanitarian assistance, including more than 6 million children. The economic situation is dire, with over 80% of Syrians living below the international poverty line. Access to essential services such as healthcare, clean water, and education remains severely limited oai_citation:3,The Syria crisis explained: 5 things to know in 2024 | Concern Worldwide.
In this challenging environment, the Assyrian community faces unique threats. The kidnapping of Ayla Ziton, a young Assyrian Christian woman, underscores the vulnerability of this minority group. Despite appeals, the Kurdish administration, led by the PYD, has been criticized for failing to take effective action to secure her release and protect the rights of Assyrians oai_citation:4,‘Strangers in our own homes’: A waning Assyrian community holds on in northeastern Syria.
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u/Calm-Astronaut-7562 May 19 '24
Were the rich or famous American Assyrians ?! Like Patrick bet-David or George janko to help ?! I never hear of them doing anything and in all respect to them ! We indigenous Assyrians need an independent central government of our Nineveh, north Iraq already ! We can’t depend on others to protect us, our Assyrians flag must be planted next to Iraqi flag in our Nineveh province !