Iraqis of all religions, including Shiites and even Sunnis, have been facing serious tribulations. The theological foundations of the Islamic State (IS) need to be questioned and debunked so that they cannot be used as a pretext for extremists to persecute minorities.
Many clerics in Iraq have issued statements confirming the equality between all religions and criticizing some of the stereotyping of certain minorities. While Yazidis have been stereotyped the most, significant religious and social solidarity with the Yazidis is emerging, even among clerics and other religious leaders.