Committee prolongs the process, sanctions should be imposed says OHD Co-chair
Commenting on the decisions of the Council of Europe Committee of Ministers meeting on the “right to hope” agenda, Lawyers for Freedom Association (OHD) Co-chair Serhat Çakmak stated, “Turkey should be sanctioned as it was in Azerbaijan.”
Abdullah Ocalan sends message to Musa Anter Award Ceremony
Sending a message to the Musa Anter and Free Press Martyrs Journalism Award Ceremony, Abdullah Öcalan said: "It is a historical responsibility for valuable press workers to play their role with responsibility and contribution in this matter."
Investigation against our reporter for reporting on prostitution gang
Our reporter Zeynep Durgut, who reported on a "prostitution gang" in Şirnex involving non-commissioned officers and specialised sergeants, was investigated upon the complaint of the gang leader Kenan Tatar and his brother Nihat Tatar.
'Death rates in child labour increased by 10 percent'
According to the report of the ISIG Assembly, at least 72 child workers lost their lives in the 2024-2025 academic year. The report noted that mortality rates increased by 10 per cent compared to the previous year.
Mass grave found in Shengal
A new mass grave was found in on of the neighbourhoods of Shengal. An identity document of a person who has been missing since the 3 August edict was also found in the grave.
Local clearer than centre: If you want 'peace', Öcalan should come and speak at the Parliament
The Chairs of CHP, DEVA and Saadet Party in Çewlîg (Bingöl) demand constitutional guarantees for all rights, especially the mother tongue. He also emphasises that Abdullah Öcalan should be met for the process to be concluded positively.
33 years without Apê Musa: No perpetrators found, case closed
It has been 33 years since journalist-writer Musa Anter (Apê Musa) was murdered. Abdullah Ocalan said the following about Musa Anter: “He was a true patriot. He was murdered by the contras because he was like that. He acted like a party on his own.”
'Let the first step of the state be to ensure Öcalan's freedom'
Pointing out that the state has not taken concrete steps since the beginning of the process, Êlih Peace Mothers demanded that the state take the first step by ensuring the physical freedom of Kurdish People's Leader Abdullah Öcalan.
Asrin Law Office: Parliament should urgently put the 'right to hope' resolution on its agenda and legalise it
Making a statement on the decision of the Council of Europe Committie of Ministers, Asrin Law Office stated that the legalisation of the “right to hope” by the Parliament in line with the decision would be a solution to structural problems.
Representatives of Institutions evaluate decision of the Committee of Ministers
Commenting on the decision of the Committee of Ministers of the Council of Europe to give Turkey until June 2026 regarding the "right to hope", representatives of organisations stated that the Commission, to which the Committee attributed responsibility, should take quick and effective decisions.
Provocation by Hezbollahist association at commission: DEM Party leaves the hall
The DEM Party left the hall after Mehmet Beşir Şimşek, deputy chair of the Islamic Communiqué Association, known to be close to Hezbollah, made provocative remarks in the commission.
Commission meeting: Kurds' quest for peace is not only about silence of weapons
Speaking at the National Solidarity, Brotherhood and Democracy Commission, Özlem Külahçı Tanaman, representative of DOGÜNKAD, said that Kurds' quest for peace is not only about the silencing of the guns, and that an honourable peace is the most authentic guarantee that strengthens social unity.
Bedirhanoğlu to commission: I demand decentralisation
GÜNSİAD President Şah İsmail Bedirhanoğlu, who was heard by the parliamentary commission, said he demanded the removal of the language barrier, an equal constitution and decentralisation.
Ahmet Temiz releases after 31 years
Ahmet Temiz, whose release was postponed twice by the decision of the Prison Administration and Observation Board, was released from prison after 31 years of imprisonment and received an enthusiastic welcome in his hometown Amed (Diyarbakır).
Conference preparation from Peace Mothers
Peace Mothers' Assembly gathered before the conference to be held on 18-19 October.
Committe of Ministers urges Turkey to release Selahattin Demirtaş
The Committee of Ministers of the Council of Europe urged Turkey to implement the ECtHR's rulings on imprisoned politician Selahattin Demirtaş and release him.
11th meeting of the parliamentary commission begins
The 11th meeting of the National Solidarity, Brotherhood and Democracy Commission has started.
Interim decision by Committee of Ministers: Gives Turkey deadline, points to commission
In its interim decision on Abdullah Öcalan's "right to hope", the Committee of Ministers of the Council of Europe urged Turkey to take steps without delay and stated that the commission established in the Parliament could be used for necessary steps.
People shout from Wan: Öcalan's freedom is freedom of Kurds
Participants in a march in Wan (Van) for the implementation of the ECHR's "right to hope" judgement on Kurdish People's Leader Abdullah Öcalan said "Öcalan's freedom is the freedom of the Kurdish people".
'A solution process involving women can ensure coexistence'
Drawing attention to women's common struggle for peace, representatives of women's organisations said: "Only a solution process in which women are involved can ensure peace building, equality and coexistence."
The National Solidarity, Brotherhood and Democracy Commission's 10th meeting starts
The 10th meeting of the National Solidarity, Brotherhood and Democracy Commission, which was established as part of the solution to the Kurdish issue, has started.
Abdullah Ocalan: The process has reached the stage of legal solution
Asrın Law Office stated that Abdullah Öcalan pointed out the need for legal solutions that would cover the "interim period" laws, and quoted Abdullah Öcalan as saying, "He stated that the peace and democratic society process has reached the stage of legal solutions due to the progress it has made."
Human rights organisations call for Zeinab Jalalian's right to treatment
Activists and human rights organisations warned about Zeinab Jalalian's health condition and called for the unconditional fulfilment of her right to treatment.
Letter from Zeinab Jalalian: Do not remain silent against oppression
Adressing the Iranians in her letter political prisoners Zeinab Jalalian pointed to what is being inflicted on women and men strugglers and said: "Remaining silent in the face of this injustice and the crimes committed by the Islamic Republic against our fellow fighters is nothing less than a seal of approval for this criminal regime. "
Öcalan criticised going to Europe: Young people being subjected to conscious policy of emigration
In his last meeting with the İmralı Delegation Abdullah Öcalan called on young people who migrated to Europe to return to their country if they have the opportunity. "I prefer İmralı to Europe," Öcalan was quoted as saying during the meeting.
Committee must put pressure on Turkey for the 'right to hope' says Lawyer Tekin
Lawyers for Freedom Association (ÖHD) member Salih Tekin stated taht the Committee of Ministers of the Council of Europe must put pressure on Turkey to implement the “right to hope”.
Father of Kurt, who killed by a police bullet: We are hopeful, we want equality
Ömer Kurt, the father of Şerzan Kurt, a university student who was murdered with a police bullet, stated that they are hopeful for the Peace and Democratic Society Process and said: "A condition where everyone is equal should be created."
Expectations of prisoners' relatives: Abdullah Öcalan's physical freedom
Relatives of prisoners in Mêrdîn (Mardin) stated that a real peace cannot be established without the physical freedom of Kurdish People's Leader Abdullah Öcalan and called on the Commission established in the Parliament.
Committee needs to put pressure on Turkey to implement possible measures says Prof Kariane Westrheim
Stating that the Council of Europe's position on the "right to hope" is weak, EUTCC President Kariane Westrheim said, "This time the Committee of Ministers needs to put pressure on Turkey to implement possible measures. "
ATK to 94 per cent disabled prisoner: Why did you fight against DAESH?
94 per cent disabled prisoner Emrah Nebioğlu stated that the ATK, which gave him a report stating that he can stay in prison, asked him "Why did you fight against DAESH?". Lawyer Veysi Atmaca said: "Ill prisoners should not be left at the mercy of ATK."
Commission to listen academics, associations and foundations this week
The National Solidarity, Brotherhood and Democracy Commission, which was established in the Parliament for the solution of the Kurdish issue, will listen to academics and some foundations and associations at its 10th and 11th meetings on 17-18 September.
39 women write 'right to hope' letter to CoE
Prominent women from various parts of the world sent a letter to the Council of Europe for the implementation of Abdullah Öcalan's "right to hope". In the letter with 5 concrete demands, headings such as the implementation of the ECHR judgement and the release of Abdullah Öcalan stand out.
Iran after 'Jin, jiyan, azadi' resistance: Women do not wait, they build
Iranian actress Shaghayegh Norouzi stated that women turned into subjects after the "jin, jiyan, azadi (Women, life, freedom)" resistance, which left behind its 3rd year, and said, "Women are no longer waiting for change, they are building it".
Committee of Ministers meets on the 'right to hope': Interim decision expected
The first day of the meeting of the Committee of Ministers of the Council of Europe, which will examine whether Turkey has taken steps to ensure the "right to hope", has started.
Lawyers go to İmralı to meet Öcalan
Asrın Law Office lawyers went to İmralı to meet Kurdis People's Leader Abdullah Öcalan.
After 134 days of resistance, Kobanê victory inspired peoples
DAESH, which terrorised the world, attacked Kobanê 11 years ago. With 134 days of historical resistance, the peoples defeated DAESH and laid the foundations of the democratic nation.
Access to Rojin Kabaiş posts blocked upon university's request
Access to virtual media posts on the suspicious death of Rojin Kabaiş was banned. The decision was taken at the request of Yüzüncü Yıl University.
From Ida to Besta: Together we can free nature
Ecologist Cemile Kaçar, who participated in the protests against the destruction of nature in Besta after Ida, said: "We will free nature together."
Council to discuss 'right to hope': We are at the final stage, steps must be taken
Association of Lawyers for Freedom (ÖHD) member Veysi Eski stated that the state is trying to use the "right to hope" as a trump card and said: "We have come to the last point legally."
Resistance behind the walls: First action started in the women's ward
Prisons have become one of the most determined areas of resistance after the assassination of Jina Emînî. Prisoners continue their protests despite torture, isolation and death threats. "The first protests started in the women's ward," said lawyer Leila Azadeh.
They stood vigil on their own land after 36 years: Let's build our villages
Besta residents, who participated in the vigil against the ongoing ecocide in the Besta region, demanded the lifting of the 36-year ban and stated that they want to rebuild their villages.
ÖHD prepares 'right to hope' statement
Lawyers for Freedom Association (ÖHD) will make a statement in all its branches on the "right to hope" on the agenda of the Committee of Ministers of the Council of Europe. Muhittin Muğuç, President of ÖHD Amed (Diyarbakır) Branch, emphasised that there is no obstacle to the "right to hope".
IHRNGO Director: People saw their experiences in Jina Emînî
IHRNGO Director Mahmood Amiry-Moghaddam stated that what every single person in Iran has been experiencing for many years has been symbolised by what they saw in Jina Emînî and said, "The 'women, life, freedom' movement was a turning point and different from all other protests we have seen in the last 40 years. Compared to the resistance in the past, it was a resistance that included everyone."
Youth march for 'Freedom' on its third day
The "Long March", in which young people from different countries of Europe participated with the demand for "freedom for Leader Apo", continues on its third day in Dortmund, Germany.
Parliamentary Commission starts its 9th meeting
The 9th meeting of the National Solidarity, Brotherhood and Democracy Commission has started.
'A place for Öcalan' campaign to be launched
A group of artists led by Argentine artist Federico Racca is launching a campaign called "A place for Ocalan". Renowned activists, academics and community leaders from around the world will support the campaign by sharing videos.
Musician Konstantin Wecker demands freedom for Abdullah Ocalan
In a video message, German musician and activist Konstantin Wecker stated that the freedom of Abdullah Öcalan and the lifting of the PKK ban in Germany should be shoulder to shoulder for peace, democracy and equality.
PJAK Co-chair: 'Jin, jiyan, azadî' ushered in a new era of revolution
PJAK Co-chair Peyman Viyan stated that the movement "Jin, jiyan, azadî" reasserted the existence of women and the meaning of life and said: "It has started a renaissance and a new era of revolution. It has redefined the line between society and the state."
‘The struggle for peace and democracy must go hand in hand’
Noting that the government has entered the last corner to make itself permanent, DEM Party member Musa Piroğlu said: "Unless the Kurdish people and the working classes of Turkey stand shoulder to shoulder, we will not have a chance to emerge victorious from this process."
Embargo deepening in Mexmur: The camp is being made uninhabitable
Saying that the embargo against Mexmûr (Makhmur) Camp is getting deeper and deeper, Mexmur People's Assembly Council Co-Chair Nudem Yaman said: "The gates are not completely closed, but they are trying to make the camp uninhabitable."