DEM Party MPs: Parliament should play an active role in solution
Commenting on the disarmament, DEM Party MPs emphasised the need for Parliament to take an active role in finding a solution.
Footage of forest destruction in Besta and Biliga
The footage of the ongoing deforestation in Besta region and Biliga village revealed the magnitude of the ecological destruction.
Rights defenders received weapons inventory to prepare report
Ekin Ueter, Co-chair of OHD; who was part of the delegation that received the weapons inventory from the guerrilla group that destroyed its weapons in response to Abdullah Ocalan’s call, said that the organisations that received the inventory would prepare a report on the ceremony and the process.
Preparoty footage of the historical ceremony
Footage of preparations made by the Peace and Democratic Society Group prior the weapons burning ceremony has been released. Members of the Peace and Democratic Society Group, led by KCK Executive Council Co-chiar Bese Hozat, destroyed their weapons in response to call of Abdullah Ocalan.
Weapons destroyed, a historic step towards peace
Human rights defenders and intellectuals, who left the arms-burning ceremony of the Peace and Democratic Society Group with hope, pointed out that all segments of society have a responsibility for the success of the process.
95 years have passed since the Zilan Massacre
95 years have passed since the Zilan Massacre. Writer Mehmet Sadık Varli stated, "The ongoing struggle against massacres is preparing to be crowned with victory."
People await regulation in Parliament
Politicians organising "Peace and Democratic Society Meetings" in Şirnex (Şırnak) reported that the public is expecting legal reforms.
Davutoglu: What we must do now is leading the new era
Regarding the PKK’s weapon destruction ceremony, Future Party Chair Ahmet Davutoglu said, “What we must do is to lead the new era,” while DEVA Party Chair Ali Babacan welcomed the development.
I hope this step will bring good results says Erdogan
President Erdogan commented on the PKK's weapon destruction ceremony, saying: "I hope the important step taken today on the path to our goal will bring good results."
Bese Hozat: We took this step with a clear decision
Bese Hozat, co-chair of the KCK Executive Council, who led the 30-member Peace and Democratic Society Group’s disarmament ceremony, spoke to Numedya24 about the event. "We took this step with a clear decision. It is a political action, and we want to see a response," she said.
Echo of historic ceremony in Amed: Demand constitutional guarantees for those who lay down arms
Watching the weapon destruction ceremony of PKK on television, Amed citizens emphasized the need for contitutional guarantees for those who have laid down their arms.
CHP Chair Ozel: Process must be managed in Parliament with swift and decisive steps
Republican People Party (CHP) Chair Ozgur Ozel noted that the weapons destruction ceremony is “gratifying” and stated, “Establishing complete peace in Turkey is only possible with justice and democracy.
Names of participants in historical ceremony of PKK
The names of “The Peace and Democratic Society Group” who organised a destruction weapons ceremony in Şikefta Casenê (Jasana Cava) in the countryside of Sulaymaniyah upon the call of Kurdish People's Leader Abdullah Ocalan, were published.
We reached end of our work on commission says Parliament Speaker
Speaking after the PKK’s weapons destruction ceremon, Parliament Speaker Numan Kurtulmus said: “We have reached the end of our work on the commission to be established in Parliament.”
Peace Mothers: The state has no more excuses, it must take action
Peace Mothers, who watched the ceremony where the “Peace and Democratic Society Group” destroyed their weapons, said: “The state has no moe excuses, it must take a step.”
Nechirvan Barzani: Important and encouraging step
Nechirvan Barzani made a statement on the gun-burning ceremony as "another important and encouraging step in the success of the peace process".
People watch historical ceremony of PKK with rapt attention
The ceremony in which the “Peace and Democratic Society Group” destroyed its weapons upon the call of Kurdish People’s Leader Abdullah Ocalan was watcjed with interest by people in many cities.
Footage of historic ceremony of PKK
Peace and Democratic Society Group destroyed weapons upon the call of Abdullah Öcalan.
Critical threshold has been passed says AKP Spokesperson
Making a statement after the ceremony in which the PKK destroyed weapons by burning them, AKP spokesman Ömer Çelik said that a critical threshold had been crossed to reach the target.
Founding leadership of the PKK kept his promise says Bahceli
Making his first statement after the PKK's weapons disposal ceremony, Turkish Nationalist Movement Party (MHP) Chair Devlet Bahceli said that Kurdish People's Leader Abdullah Ocalan kept his promise and stood behind his commitment.
Details of historic ceremony: Legal regulations needed
The Group for Peace and Democratic Society destroyed their weapons during a historic ceremony that began at 11:25 a.m. and ended at 11:45 a.m. Kurdistan time. KCK Executive Council Co-chair Besê Hozat stressed, “Legal regulations are needed.”
KCK Executive Council Co-chair Besê Hozat led historic ceremony
KCK Executive Council Co-chair Besê Hozat led the ceremony of the Peace and Democratic Society Group to destroy the weapons.
First images from historic ceremony
The first images from the historic weapons destruction ceremony of the “Peace and Democratic Society Group” have been published.
Delegation leaves the site after witnessing historic ceremony
The delegation that observed the weapon destruction ceremony by the “Peace and Democratic Society Group” has left the site.
Peace and Democratic Society Group: We voluntarily destroy our weapons
The “Peace and Democratic Society Group” has announced: “We voluntarily destroy our weapons, before your presence, as a step of goodwill and determination.”
Ceremony to be in Şikefta Casenê
The “Peace and Democratic Society Group” will destroy the weapons in the Şikefta Casenê, a rural are in Sulaymaniyah.
DBP, HDK, and DEM Party arrive at ceremony site
Delegations from the HDK, DEM Party, and DBP have arrived at the site where the “Peace and Democratic Society Group” will destroy their weapons.
People awaiting for the “Peace and Democratic Society Group”
In many cities across Kurdistan, people are waiting in front of their televisions to watch the ceremony to be held by the “Peace and Democratic Society Group”.
‘Dream Travelers’ to commemorated with events: Let’s unite on a common ground
Youth organizations are preparing to commemorate those who lost their lives in te Pirsûs (Suruc) Massacre through various events. Socialist Youth Association Federation (SGDF) Co-chair Berfin Polat said, “We can only acieve justice if we come together on a united front.”
International delegation heads to ceremony site
The international delegation has departed for the site of the ceremony to be held by the “Peace and Democratic Society Group.”
Citizens participating in public meetings: The state must take steps
Citizens participating in the “Peace and Democratic Society Meetings” organized by the DEM Party emphasized that the state must take action in the process and underlined that Abdullah Öcalan’s physical freedom should also be ensured.
Ali Bozan: It’s turn of the state to take steps
DEM Party Deputy Ali Bozan, noting that the process has entered a new phase following Abdullah Öcalan’s video call, said, “Mr. Öcalan, the PKK, and the Kurdish people have done their part. Now, it’s the ruling government’s, the state’s turn to take steps.”
Spent 30 years in prison: Ill prisoners should be release for peace
Orman Sakçı, who spent 30 years of his life in prison, emphasized that one of the foremost steps to achieve the goals of the "Peace and Democratic Society Process" is the release of ill prisoners.
Tuberculosis patient prisoner subjected handcuffed examination for 3 years
Tenzile Acar, a seriously ill prisoner suffering from tuberculosis due to untreated Hepatitis B, has been unable to receive treatment for three years because of the forced practice of handcuffed medical examinations. Tenzile Acar’s mother, Rısmiye Acar, has called for the release of sick prisoners.
Delegation on the way to Sulaymaniyah for ceremony
The delegation that will follow the ceremony to be organised by the PKK set off from Hewlêr (Erbil) towards Silêmanî (Sulaymaniyah)
He releases from prison after 30 years: We will continue the struggle
Hamza Yunacti, who was released from prison after 30 years, said: "We will continue our struggle for a free and democratic life."
Journalists heading to PKK ceremony: We will witness historic moments
Journalists who left Amed to cover the PKK ceremony in Sulaymaniyah said they would witness a historic moment.
Call against increasing repression by the Iranian regime
7 Kurdish political parties and civil society organisations in Rojhilat and Iran called on everyone to speak out against the increasing repression of the regime.
People set off from Amed for PKK's ceremony
A group including representatives of civil society organisations, intellectuals and writers set out from Amed (Diyarbakır) to watch the ceremony to be held by the PKK in Sulaymaniyah.
Censorship of Ajansa Welat by Instagram
The Instagram account of the Kurdish-language broadcasting organisation Ajansa Welat has been closed.
Future of process depends on the government's attitude says Journalist Er
Journalist Erdal Er stated that the ceremony to be held by the PKK will be a milestone for the process, saying, “The future of the process depends on the government’s stance. Ankara needs to prepare a legal and lawful basis for these steps.”
She lost 2 children during conflicts: Commission must be established, steps must be taken
Peace Mother Peyruze Kurt, who lost two fo her children during the conflicts, called for the establishment of the commission in the Parliament and steps to be taken toward resolving the Kurdish issue.
Sile Municipality Mayor Kabadayı detained
Police officers from Istanbul Security Directorate's Anti-Financial Crimes Department raided CHP-affiliated Sile Municipality in the morning hours. Mayor Ozgur Kabadayi and some people from the municipality were detained.
Call from Roboskî to mothers of soldiers: If we join hands, peace will come
Stating that the process initiated by Abdullah Öcalan has given them hope, the mothers of Roboskî said that mothers suffer the most in war, adding, "Mothers of soldiers, join hands with us. If we join hands, our pain will diminish.”
KCK: We are determined to take the step Leader Apo has asked of us
Regarding Abdullah Öcalan's call, the KCK said, "We are determined to take the step Leader Apo has asked of us. We are taking this new step by thinking of our people and peoples. However, it should be known that this process cannot move forward solely with our actions. The process must be approached correctly, and all necessary steps must be taken."
Nature of Şirnex to be plundered with 10 new energy activities
EIA process was initiated for 10 new energy projects in Şirnex (Şırnak) and its neighbouring districts.
Ocalan's video message celebrated in North and East Syria
After Abdullah Öcalan's video message, citizens took to the streets in North and East Syrian cities and celebrated.
Details of the Damascus meeting: 10 March agreement must be fully implemented
At the meeting between the Democratic Autonomous Administration of North and East Syria (DAANES) and Syrian transitional government officials, the topics of full implementation of the 10 March agreement, fulfilment of promises made regarding refugees, and the establishment of a mechanism for the unification of institutions were discussed.
Abdullah Aksu releases from prison after 31 years
Abdullah Aksu was released from Izmir No. 3 T-Type Closed Prison after 31 years of imprisonment. He was welcomed by a large crowd in his hometown of Sêrt (Siirt).
DAANES and transitional government meeting ends
The meeting between the representatives of the Democratic Autonomous Administration of North and East Syria (DAANES) and the Syrian transitional government ended with the participation of US Special Envoy for Syria Thomas Barrack and French government representative Jean-Baptiste Faivre.