Clarification from Samih Shqeir’s Band Denies Claims Regarding the New Syrian Flag at Newroz in Qamishlo

Hossam Al-Hosari, the manager of Samih Shqeir’s band, issued a statement denying the circulated news about artist Samih Shqeir being prevented from raising the Syrian Revolution flag (the new Syrian flag) during Newroz celebration in Qamishlo.

Hossam Al-Hosari, who participated in organizing the concert, confirmed in the statement that these claims are completely untrue, emphasizing that the organizing entity did not impose any restrictions or conditions regarding the use of symbols or flags during the event.

Al-Hosari wrote in his statement, “It is unfortunate that we witness attempts to spread misleading information aimed at creating confusion and distorting facts. These are not new methods, but have been repeated on more than one occasion targeting activities with a national and committed artistic dimension.”

He added that Samih Shqeir’s band adheres to its consistent approach of defending freedom of expression and rejecting any form of restriction on art and artists, calling for caution when circulating news and verifying its credibility before publishing it.