Chaldo-Assyrian identity

Chaldo-Assyrian identity refers to the cultural, historical, and linguistic heritage of the Chaldo-Assyrian people, an ancient Semitic ethnic group from the Middle East. They primarily originate from modern-day Iraq, Syria, and southeastern Turkey. This identity combines elements from their Assyrian Empire ancestors and the Chaldean Babylonians, with a shared language (Neo-Aramaic) and Christian faith, mainly within the Syriac Christian tradition. Despite political and geographical challenges, Chaldo-Assyrians maintain a distinct heritage, emphasizing continuity with their pre-Islamic and early Christian history, while navigating modern national identities and regional complexities.