Sîdar Efrîn was a warm-hearted YPJ commander and a sincere defender of the democratic nation. When the HTS–ISIS gangs affiliated with Damascus recklessly attacked Tabqa, ourcommander Sîdar Efrîn fought to the very endagainst the gangs and was martyred on 18 January.
Her last words she dedicated to the internationalist women’s struggle:
“As fighters of the YPG and YPJ, we introduced the Rojava Revolution to the world. Numerous revolutions and uprisings have occurred globally, with many taking place in the Middle East. However, examples like the Rojava Revolution and the resistance of the YPG and YPJ are rare. No one could have imagined that such a step would be taken in Western Kurdistan, with the youth of Rojava, both men and women, joining the revolution and rising up.
This message is directed to all our friends, as well as our enemies who are observing us.
Throughout history, women have endured great cruelty and hardship. Their suffering continues to this day. The thoughts and wisdom of women have been thoroughly corrupted. To this day, women’s history remains distorted. Likewise, their bodies are exploited. In light of this, the emergence of the YPJ and their participation in the revolution serves as a significant message. The Rojava Revolution has sent a clear message to the entire world — to both our friends and our enemies. Our allies understand the philosophy and principles upon which our revolution is founded. Our enemies, too, are well aware of the threat we pose to them.
We are united by our strength, our ideas, and our lives. The people of Rojava are an educated people — followers of Rêber Apo (Abdullah Öcalan). Rêber Apo has been preparing the revolution here for the past 20 years. His contribution to Rojava is immeasurable. Every achievement of this revolution is a direct result of Rêber Apo’s efforts. Rêber Apo has gone from house to house in Rojava, introducing himself and his organisation to the people. One in three of our people has met Rêber Apo and been introduced to his teachings. We were well-prepared for this revolution, and countless sacrifices have been made in service of this cause.
The Syrian regime has oppressed and persecuted our people. The suffering inflicted by the regime on the people has been immense. The unity of the people and their vanguard role in the revolution is a clear message to the regime. This people has endured tremendous hardship. Many nations, communities, and faiths have shared this pain. However, through the Rojava Revolution, the people of Rojava came together and united around a shared philosophy, a shared idea. Historically, these diverse communities were often enemies, and many lost their lives to one another. The aim of this revolution is for the people of Rojava and Syria — women, children, and all people — to rebuild this land together.
In this revolution, the democratic nation has empowered not only the Kurdish people but all the components of society, enabling them to govern and defend themselves. They now govern themselves in every respect, and all the achievements in Rojava belong to the people. We are the cadres of the democratic nation. Our demand is not limited to the Kurdish people; we also stand for the rights of all other peoples and faiths. There are difficulties and hardships, as the state has incited division among the people.
Many people have come here from other countries, embraced this revolution, and the democratic nation. They have arrived from various nations, turned to Rojava, and sacrificed their souls for this land. This proves that the democratic nation is for all peoples. Rêber Apo ideas and philosophy have firmly taken root within society, and people are wholeheartedly embracing them. The four parts of Kurdistan and the diaspora are also embracing these ideas.
We are prepared for the changes and transformations that lie ahead. We ready ourselves through the thoughts and philosophy of Rêber Apo, for the duties we will undertake, particularly in the democratic process of taking responsibility for the revolution.
Our studies at the academy present a great opportunity. They help us prepare for what lies ahead. Whatever the nature of the attack or whichever enemy we face, we must be ready. When you are prepared for change and transformation, you are also prepared for the enemy.
We prepare for change and transformation so that we may be ready for war. Whatever form that war may take — whether physical, ideological, or propagandist — we are ready to wage it and to defend ourselves.”
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