Gülten Akgül releases after 31 years
Prisoner Gülten Akgül, who completed 30 years of her sentence, but whose release was posponed twice for 6 months each, was released from Izmir Şakran Women's Closed Prison after 31 years.
Commission to hear families of victims and civil society groups
The parliamentary commission established to resolve the Kurdish issue will listen to representatives of foundations, NGOs, Saturday Mothers and Peace Mothers on 19-20 August.
The provocative language in media must change says Journalist Eren
Journalist Faruk Eren criticized the media’s role in the Kurdish peace process, stating, “A language that constantly provokes the process is being used. This language needs to change.”
Tens of thousands gathered in concert in Gever
Tens of thousands of people attended the concert organised by Gever (Yüksekova) Municipality in Colemêrg (Hakkari). "Bijî Serok Apo (Long live Leader Apo)" slogan was frequently chanted during the concert.
Mexmûr residents receiving Öcalan’s message: Ready to take all responsibilities
Mexmûr (Makhmur) residents expressed excitement after receiving a message from Abdullah Öcalan, the Kurdish People’s Leader, stating, "After the leader’s message, we have revived like a withered flower."
Women lead the way: Demand for 'freedom for Öcalan' becomes universal
As the demand for “Freedom for Ocalan” has become globalised through women-led efforts, countless efforts have been carried out all over the world for his freedom.
Ocalan's freedom is critical to the process says Stephen Smellie
Stephen Smellie, a member of the National Executive Council of UNISON, one of the largest public sector unions in the UK, stated that Abdullah Öcalan's physical freedom is of "critical" importance for the process.
X censors Baloch women's resistance
X account of women resisting against Pakistan's oppression against Baloch people was suspended.
Philosopher Zabala: Öcalan’s efforts must not be in vain
Philosopher and cultural critic Santiago Zabala drew attention to the fact that Kurdish-Turkish relations have been targeted by capitalist modernity, stating, “Öcalan’s efforts must not be in vain.”
Mass grave in Mosul
A mass grave believed to contain the bodies of Êzidî (Yazidi) citizens massacred by DAESH in 2014 was opened in Mosul's Hasfa Cemetery.
Call to investigation into Sincan Prison conditions
Lezgin Dayangaç, the father of Mehmet Dayangaç, who is being held in Sincan L-Type Prison No 2, stated that his son is constantly subjected to pressure and violence and called on the authorities to investigate the prison.
Ocalan drawing a realistic roadmap says Journalist Turkone
Journalist Mumtazer Turkone said that the fundamental solution to the Kurdish issue lies in equal citizenship and added: "Abdullah Öcalan is drawing a realistic road map. These realistic approaches have a response from the state wing represented by Devlet Bahçeli."
Peace Academic Kaya: Meeting with Öcalan accelerates the process
Peace Academic Muzaffer Kaya has called for a democratic mobilization in support of the new parliamentary peace process in Turkey. Speaking on the work of the recently established commission, Kaya emphasized that the process must be pushed forward collectively by all democratic forces.
Baloch women resist for their rights and freedoms
Nadia Baloch, whose father was murdered "unsolved", is fighting for the release of her imprisoned sister. Nadia Baloch said that their resistance is for all Baloch people.
Despite isolation, Ocalan seeks to foster a mindset for resolution says Kocyigit
Gulistan Kilic Kocyigit, Deputy Group Cahir of the Peoples’ Equality and Democracy (DEM) Party and a member of the newly formed parliamentary commission on the Kurdish issue, emphasized the need for a clear roadmap and inclusive dialogue. Stating Abdullah Ocalan continue his efforts despite isolation she said: “He is trying to develop a solution-oriented mindset within the state.”
Fight against drugs in Êlih: An issue to be resolved
Gulbahar Kaya, the Êlih (Batman) representative of the Şiyar Be! (Wake Up!) Platform, warned of a growing drug crisis in Kurdish cities and called for urgent collective action. She described drug use as a form of “societal warfare” and emphasized the need for awareness and resistance before an entire generation is lost.
Every moment of his life was a struggle, say siblings of Koçero Urfa
The family of Metin Arslan, also known as Koçero Urfa, commemorated his life following confirmation of his death in a 2019 airstrike. His siblings Yasin and Rabia Arslan spoke of his unwavering dedication to the Kurdish freedom struggle, describing him as a symbol of resilience and commitment.
Operation against IBB: Detention warrant for 44 people
Within the scope of the new wave operation against Istanbul Metropolitan Municipality (IBB), detention warrant for 44 people, including Beyoglu Mayor Inan Guney.
YPS Member Zal commemorated on his grave: We are ready to be comrades
Welat Zal, a YPS member who lost his life during the curfews in Cizîr district in 2016, was commemorated at his grave in Tetwan’s (Tatvan) Boluh village.
IHD: Prisoners' right to life and health are violated in Êlih
The Human Rights Association (IHD) Êlih (Batman) Branch reported that ongoing water shortages and unsafe drinking water at Batman Closed Prison, Batman T-Type Closed Prison, and Batman L-Type Open Prison have seriously violated the right to life and health of prisoners.
Criminal complaint against specialised sergeant for violence against child
In Colemêrg (Hakkari), a criminal complaint was filed against specialised sergeant İbrahim Sarı for violence against a child.
Release of 14 prisoners postponed in Karabuk Prison
The release of 14 prisoner at Karabuk T-Type Closed Prison was postponed between April and August on various grounds.
Commemoration held for victims of the Dîgor Massacre
Seventeen people who were killed in the Dîgor Massacre were commemorated on the 32nd anniversary of their deaths.
OMCT Member invited Commission: Without listening to Öcalan, the process will remain incomplete
Dr. Osman İşçi, a member of the World Organization Against Torture (OMCT) Central Council, who was invited to the Commission, emphasized that the process of resolving the Kurdish issue cannot succeed without hearing from Abdullah Öcalan. He drew a parallel with South Africa, noting, “The commission there could not conclude its process without meeting Nelson Mandela.”
Examined the tree destruction on site: A reflection of colonial policy
Peoples’ Equality and Democracy (DEM) Party MP Newroz Uysal Aslan conducted an inspection in the Besta region where tree destruction continues, stating, “We observed first hand the ecocide that reflects colonial policies. We demand an end to this situation.”
‘Democracy must exist for peace to be achieved’
Citizens from Bazarcix (Pazarcık) in Mereş (Maraş) emphasised that for peace to be established in Turkey, the foundations of law, justice, democracy and freedoms must first be secured.
Isolation is the greatest obstacle to peace academician Nese Ozgen
Nese Ozgen, member of the European Forum for Freedom and Peace (EFFP) and campaign coordinator for "I Want to Visit Öcalan," stated that isolation remains the biggest barrier to achieving peace.
Confidentiality order in case of murdered cousins continues for 10 years
The deaths of Rahmi Kızıltaş, a father of three, and his cousin Abdullah Toprak during the 2015 curfews in Gimgim (Varto), Muş, remain unresolved as a decade-long confidentiality order continues to block access to the case file.
Women's meeting in Hewag
Free Women's Movement (Tevgera Jinên Azad-TJA) and Peoples' Equality and Democracy (DEM) Party Riha (Urfa) women's assembly came together with women from Hewag (Bozova) within the scope of the process initiated by Kurdish People's Leader Abdullah Öcalan.
Youth festival in Wan: Freedom is near
In the feast organised in Wan with the slogan "We ara building peace and democratic society", it was emphasised that freedom and peace are close.
Hakan Fidan insists on 'anti-Kurdish' stance in Syria
Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan, who mwt with Foreign Minister of the Transitional Government in Damascus Sheibani, once again targeted the Syrian Democratic Forces and insisted on the "anti-Kurdish" stance.
‘Ideology of Women’s Liberation’ workshop in Korxan Plateau
Democratic Regions Party (DBP) Women’s Assembly came together with berivans (milker women) on Korxan (Karhan) Plateau in îdir (Iğdır) and organised a workshop on “Ideology of Women’s Liberation”.
'Freedom will win, not isolation' rally to organise in Wan
A rally will be organised in Wan (Van) by The Free Women's Movement (Tevgera Jinên Azad-TJA), Democratic Regions Party (DBP) and Peoples' Equality and Democracy Party (DEM Party) on 23 August with the slogan “Freedom will win, not isolation”.
Gun attack on Evrensel Newspaper office in Izmir
An armed attack was organised against the Izmir office of Evrensel Newspaper at night and one person was detained.
DEM Party: Names and institutions to be heard next week in Commission
Pointing to next week, Peoples’ Equality and Democracy (DEM) Party members of the parliamentary commission said: “There will be wiretaps within the scope of the pool of names and institutions to be created. Then the commission will carry out its work on legal arrangements including democratic integration.”
He tell practices in prison where he released
Mehmet Beşaltı, who was released from Erzincan High Security Prison on July 29, revealed that during outdoor yard time, prison authorities prevented them from exercising by claiming, “You might be taking too much breath.”
'The weapons that liberated Shengal became a symbol of peace'
Êzidî Women's Freedom Movement (Tevgera Azadiya Jinên Êzidî-TAJÊ) Coordination member Neam Şengal, who watched the weapons burning ceremony in Casena, said, "The weapons that liberated Shengal became a symbol of peace.”
32 Years after the massacre: They wanted us to blame the PKK
Zahir Serbest, who was arrested after enduring 17 days of torture while wounded during the Dîgor Massacre, stated, “The state and the court constantly tried to blame the PKK, but we knew all the police officers who opened fire.”
From women who resist Taliban to Rojava: Let’s build common platforms
The Taliban regime extended bans in all areas of life, from education to health, from work to housing, in order to render women invisible. Women resisting oppression called for a common platform for women in North and East Syria.
Tree slaughter continues as governorate says 'stopped'
The tree slaughter, which the Şırnak Governorate said "we have stopped" in the Besta region, continues.
'Ideology of Women's Liberation' workshop in Idir
Democratic Regions Party (DBP) Women's Assembly organised "Ideology of Women's Liberation" workshop in îdir.
Armenia's sovereignty put at risk: Could change the demographic situation
Reacting to the corridor agreement, Tigran Khzmalyan, chairman of the European Party of Armenia, said that the agreement puts Armenia's sovereignty at risk, adding, "It could change the political, geopolitical, economic and demographic situation in the region."
Reaction to obstruction of condolences: Religious and legal offence
Reacting against the attacks against the condolences of the HPG members who lost their lives and the violation of the families' right to mourn, Mele Sait Özdemir said that the right to mourn is sacred in all beliefs and that it is a crime both legally and religiously.
Nature plunder in Bertûl Valley
In the Bertûl Valley, which is located on the foothills of Gabar Mountain and attracts attention with its unique nature, the plunder of nature has started with construction equipment.
Ekin Wan commemorated: Her struggle illuminates our path
YJA-Star member Kevser Eltürk (Ekin Wan), whose body was exposed by soldiers after she was killed in an armed clash in Gimgim (Varto) district of Mûş on 10 August 2015, was commemorated at her grave in Karşıyaka Cemetery on the 10th anniversary of her death. DEM Party's Gulderen Varli said: "Her struggle illuminates our path."
Baloch women in action: We expose the genocide
"The continuous indifference of the authorities cannot discourage and destabilise us, but relentlessly exposes the system focused on Baloch genocide," said the women marching for the disappeared and arrested Baloch.
Peace process work expected to be bompleted by year-end says MHP leader
Turkish Nationalist Movement Party (MHP) leader Devlet Bahceli has said he expects the ongoing work related to the peace process to be completed by the end of the year.
Ferda Fahrioğlu: NGOs must take a proactive role in the peace struggle
Academician Ferda Fahrioğlu emphasized that civil society organizations (NGOs) should not wait to be invited to participate but must proactively engage in the peace process to help socialize it. She highlighted the importance of the parliamentary commission using reports from NGOs to advance the efforts.
‘If there is sincere will to solve the Kurdish issue, right to hope must be upheld’
Zilan Aydın, a member of the Association of Lawyers for Freedom (ÖHD), has emphasized that implementing the European Court of Human Rights’ (ECtHR) ruling on the "right to hope" for Abdullah Öcalan is essential if there is genuine intent to resolve the Kurdish issue.
Ecocide accelerates in Kurdistan amid ‘peace process’ rhetoric
Since Nationalist Movement Party (MHP) leader Devlet Bahçeli's symbolic handshake with DEM Party MPs on October 1, 2024, a surge in environmental exploitation has been recorded: 2 thousand 207 Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) applications have been filed across 24 Kurdish provinces and 192 districts, with 625 projects exempted from full review.