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THE ASSYRIAN

“A people without history is a tree without roots.”
(Gelek bê dîrok darê bê reÅŸan e.)

A renowned Assyrian proverb

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Who are the Assyrian? 

The Assyrians are one of the oldest ethnic groups in the world, native to regions in modern-day Iraq, Syria, Turkey, and Iran. They speak Arama, maintain a rich cultural and historical heritage, and are known for their resilience as a stateless people, proudly preserving their identity across these areas.

Facts

  • Ethnicity: Assyrian

  • Region: Iraq, Syria, Turkey, Iran

  • Population: Estimated 3 million

  • Languages: Assyrian Neo-Aramaic, Chaldean Neo-Aramaic

  • Religions: Primarily Christianity, with a focus on various denominations, including Chaldean Catholic, Assyrian Church of the East, and Syriac.

  • Status: An ethnic minority with a rich history, facing challenges in maintaining their identity and culture.

  • Key areas: Northern Iraq, northeastern, southeastern Turkey, and southwestern Iran.

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Map: Kurdish Institute Brussels.

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