Aneel Prasad Hegde: Ocalan's principles will bring peace to the entire world
Former Indian Member of Parliament Aneel Prasad Hegde, who participated in the "International Peace and Democratic Society Conference," stated, "Ocalan's principles will bring peace to the entire world."
Message from Abdullah Öcalan to the International Conference
Abdullah Öcalan was send a message to conference in Istanbul and said: "Today, the time has come to advance toward democratic emancipation on the basis of democratic society socialism." Öcalan listed three principles within the scope of democratic integration law.
Ocalan sends message to Ishtar Assembly Conference in Maxmur
Abdullah Öcalan greeted the 14th Isthar Assembly Conference, stating that he believed the successful conclusion of the Peace and Democratic Society Process would pave the way for returns to the country.
‘Kurdish issue to be discussed on an international conference’
Ebru Günay, Deputy Co-Chair of the DEM Party, stated that participants from many countries will attend the conference organised by the DEM Party on 6-7 December regarding the process.
'Ill prisoners abandoned to their fate'
Zahir Akalin, co-chair of Mediterranean Adana Association for Mutual Aid with Families of Prisoners and Convicts (AATUHAY-DER), stated that seriously ill prisoners are being denied treatment, violating their right to life, and called for an end to this practice and for ill prisoners to be released.
We captured destruction in Zenobia's city of Palmyra
We witnessed the destruction carried out by DAESH in Palmyra, the city of Queen Zenobia. What was once a vibrant place is now a ghost town.
Journey to North and East Syria
The pioneers of the Rojava Revolution are being kept alive everywhere from Deir ez-Zor to Hesekê and Qamishlo. Due to the embargo and attacks, even the construction of a house is progressing according to the course of events. DAESH is still a major threat, yet the revolution is advancing step by step with the communes.
Treatment of Journalist Aykol continues
Journalist Hüseyin Aykol's treatment in intensive care continues with new antibiotics.
Comprehensive law message from Abdullah Ocalan
The DEM Party Imrali Delegation stated in a press release following their meeting with Abdullah Ocalan that he said: "‘With the realization of an original and comprehensive peace law based on the rule of law in this transition period we are in, political violence and non-democratic interventions will be removed from Turkey’s agenda."
Call from youth: Let us take joint action against drugs and prostitution
Young people, drawing attention to the increasing prevalence of special warfare policies such as drugs, prostitution, gang formation, individual armament and agent recruitment, called for "Let's take action together".
Two separate lives in Deir ez-Zor
In Deir ez-Zor (Dêrazor), which serves as a bridge between cities in Syria and is a key location for both trade and logistics, the area controlled by HTS still bears the deep scars of war, while a new future is being built on the side of the Autonomous Administration.
Tree felling continues in Besta
In the Besta region, located between the centre of Şirnex (Şırnak) and the Berwarî (Pervari) district of Sêrt (Siirt), trees are being felled under military supervision and by village guards.
Journalist Aykol's treatment continues
Journalist Hüseyin Aykol's treatment in intensive care continues with new antibiotics.
Salih Muslim: No democracy, no integration
Salih Muslim, Co-Chair of the PYD Executive Council, pointed to the behind-the-scenes coordination between Turkey and Damascus, the areas opened up to DAESH, and the attacks directed at the Alevi and Druze peoples, stating, "No democracy, no integration."
Philosopher Ceruti: Ocalan's new direction can serve example in the Middle East
Italian philosopher Mauro Ceruti, who expressed his support for the Peace and Democratic Society Process, said, "This new direction can serve as a positive example in the Middle East."
Imrali Delegation sets off to meet Abdullah Ocalan
Members of the Imrali Delegation have set off for Imrali to meet Kurdish People's Leader Abdullah Ocalan.
The case of dismissed Co-chair Akis being heard again
Speaking ahead of the hearing to be held following the overturning of the sentence handed down to Mehmet Siddik Akis, the co-mayor of Colemêrg who was arrested and replaced by a kayyum, his lawyer Azad Özer stated that Akis should be released and reinstated to his position.
First trip to Damascus
One of the world’s oldest cities, Damascus resembles a wounded city in every way. In every building, it is possible to see traces of a story left unfinished by the war. While the “normal flow” continues, differing from other regions, perceptions of North and East Syria have begun to change.
Peace Mother Aliye Timur passes away
Peace Mother Aliye Timur passed away in the Federal Kurdistan Region, where she had travelled to visit relatives.
Cirik releases after 30 years
Faik Cirik was released after 30 years in Bandırma T-Type No. 1 Closed Prison. "We are not free as long as our leader is in Imralı Prison," he said.
Sociologist Griffin sends message of support for process
Sociologist and historian Roger Griffin, known for his research on fascism, said that the emergence of a peace understanding between the Turkish and Kurdish peoples is vital not only for them but also for the world and humanity.
'There is an anti-process mind-set in Şirnex'
Representatives of civil society organisations and political parties stated that there is an anti-peace mind-set at work among the local authorities in Şirnex (Şırnak), which has become the centre of practices that have been at odds with the Peace and Democratic Society Process since its inception.
Wife of ill prisoner: If he stays there, he will lose his life
Gulperi Kortak, wife of seriously ill prisoner Ramazan Kortak, said: “If he stays in prison, he will lost his life.”
Social problems and lack of justice contribute to rise in suicides says Psychologist Erol
Psychologist Huseyin Erol stated that economic, social and lack of justice issues have contributed to the recent rise in suicide cases, adding that the problem can be solved by developing social programmes and policies as required by a welfare state.
Provocation at Kırşehir Prison: Pour boiling water on these terrorists
Prisoners at Kırşehir Prison reported that guards provoked judicial detainees against them, using provocative statements such as, "These are terrorists, pour boiling water on them when they are in the exercise yard."
Release of 6 prisoners postponed
The release of six prisoners, including those who have been imprisoned for 32 years in Bakırköy, Bolu Prison and Silivri Prison, has been postponed.
Gulistan Kilic Kocyigit: Abdullah Ocalan stated that the fundamental pursuit is political consensus
Noting that the commission members returned from Imrali convinced Gulistan Kilic Kocyigit from DEM Party said: “While stating there is an agreement with the state, Ocalan also said that the fundamental pursuit today is a political agreement and that when this political agreement is achieved, many things can actually be overcome.”
30 years in PKK case: “The work of the new era is the construction of a democratic society
“The PKK has closed its history in a manner befitting its legacy” said Tevfik Kalkan, who was released after 30 years in prison and stated that the responsibility to build a democratic society in all its dimensions now falls on everyone without exception.
Journalist Aykol suffers third brain haemorrhage
Journalist Huseyin Aykol, who is undergoing treatment in intensive care, has suffered another brain haemorrhage.
‘Our goal to convey Southern Kurdistan’s support to Ocalan’
Salar Abdurrahman, Secretary of the KSDP Youth Movement, said their request to meet Abdullah Ocalan aims to convey the support of young people from Southern Kurdistan for the on-going political process.
What is happening at Suluca Prison?
Mehmet Emin Ado, a prisoner who wrote a letter detailing the violations at Suluca Prison No. 1, said: "We are monitored 24/7 by cameras, and three people are held in small rooms."
‘Öcalan’s philosophy transformed the colonized woman into a goddess’
Kezban Dogan , spokesperson for the Kurdish Women’s Movement in Europe (TJK-E), said that Abdullah Öcalan’s philosophy “turned the woman, who had become the colony of a colony, into a goddess and a source of hope.”
Parliamentary Commission to meet on 4 December
The Parliamentary Presidency announced that the 19th meeting of the National Solidarity, Brotherhood and Democracy Commission will be held on 4 December.
React to tree felling in Dorşîn: A stance must be taken against eco-cide
Representatives of organisations planting saplings in response to the tree felling in the Dorşîn region of Pasûr district pointed out that the state must change its policies that serve capital.
Kurdish youths apply to meet with Abdullah Öcalan
Young people from the Federal Kurdistan Region and the DEM Party Youth Assembly have submitted an application to the Ministry of Justice requesting a meeting with Kurdish leader Abdullah Öcalan.
Statement from DAANES regarding attacks against Alevis
The Autonomous Administration of North and East Syria has reacted to the Syrian Interim Government's attacks against Alevis in coastal regions, calling for an end to hate speech that divides the social mosaic.
Turkish Workers Party: Minutes should be shared with public
Turkish Workers Party (TIP), which submitted a petition to the Parliamentary Commission, requested that the minutes of the commission's meeting with Abdullah Ocalan be shared with the public.
Women taking to streets: We will continue to resist violence against women
Women taking to the streets against violence against women said they would continue to speak out and resist violence and massacres.
Treatment of Journalist Aykol continues
It has been reported that Journalist Huseyin Aykol, who is undergoing treatment in the intensive care unit, suffered cardiac arrest and was resuscitated.
DEM Party to discuss 'process' at international conference
The DEM Party will open up a discussion on conflict and resolution experiences at an international conference to be held on 6-7 December as part of the Peace and Democratic Society Process.
'Receding waters of Lake Van point to a climate crisis'
Drawing attention to the receding waters of Lake Wan due to drought, Prof. Dr Faruk Alaeddinoğlu said: "The Lake Van Basin is warming above the global average; this is no longer a seasonal fluctuation, but a permanent climate crisis."
‘Violations contrary to spirit of process, prisoner must release’
Ahmet Amutgan, brother of Mustafa Amutgan, a prisoner serving a 30-year sentence whose release has been postponed three times for six-month periods, stated that these violations in prisons are contrary to the spirit of the process and demanded the release of all prisoners.
Real danger at every step for refugee women
Anne Pertsch, lawyer and project coordinator at Equal Rights Beyond Borders (Equal Rights), emphasized that women forced to migrate due to war, poverty and repression have no protection along migration routes or in camps, saying: “There is a danger at every step.”
Women take to streets demanding equality
Actions and events held on 25 November, the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, called for the fight against male and state violence.
Abdullah Öcalan sends message to women on 25 November
Abdullah Ocalan said: "No movement for social freedom that does not place women’s freedom at its center can be a real revolution."
Aggravated life imprisonment and solitary confinement despite mental disability report
It was stated that Burhan Nas, who was given an aggravated life imprisonment despite not having criminal responsibility, has been held in solitary confinement for two years and cannot even meet his basic needs.
Prisoners and visitors subjected to strip searches
Member of the Human Rights Association (ÖHD) Prison Monitoring Commission of the Riha (Urfa) Branch Ahmet Taş stated that prisoners and visitors at Urfa T-Type Prison are subjected to strip searches and added: "Despite the process, rights violations are increasing."
2026 war budget to reach 2.1 trillion: Greater social problems ahead
Pointing out that 2.1 per cent of next year's budget will be allocated to war Economist Ozgur Muftuoglu stated, "The 2026 budget will cause greater social problems."
Women in Syria unite against attacks
Kongra Star member Jiyan Hissên stated that the attacks by HTS against the Alawite and Druze communities have once again highlighted the importance of organising for self-defence, adding, "Alawite women also see salvation in the Autonomous Administration system."
Antibiotic treatment causing Aykol’s blood values to deteriorate halted
The antibiotic treatment causing Journalist Huseyin Aykol’s blood values to deteriorate has been halted. Aykol remains in intensive care unit.