Visitation ban imposed on prisoners in Wan
A one-month visitation ban has been imposed on prisoners at Van High Security Prison.
IHRNGO Director: Aim of the repression is to prevent new protests
Mahmood Amiry-Moghaddam, Director of the Iran Human Rights (IHRNGO), stated that the reason for the regime’s increased repression is to prevent anti-regime protests. He said: “The Islamic Republic is at its weakest point. And if new protests break out, it's impossible to know whether they will manage to control it.”
Youth to meet on agenda of ‘Peace and Democratic Society Process’
The Youth Assembly of the Peoples’ Equality and Democracy Party (DEM Party) continues organizing meetings to discuss the “Peace and Democratic Society Process.” Tomorrow, a workshop titled “Democratic Society Workshop with Leading Youth” will be held in Riha (Urfa).
We are more hopeful than ever for national unity says KNK Co-chair
Stating that they are hopeful for the Kurdish national unity in the Federated Kurdistan Region, KNK Co-Chair Ahmet Karamus said: "There is a possibility for a solution there. As Mr Öcalan said, the construction of a democratic nation should be realised wherever Kurds live."
'There is no chance to postpone or delay the national congress'
"Kurds no longer have a chance to refrain from, delay or postpone national unity," said Mehmet Ali Aydın, a member of the Secretariat of the Democratic Unity Initiative.
'I want to visit Öcalan' campaign: The main goal is freedom of Öcalan
Intellectuals travelling to Turkey as part of the "I want to visit Öcalan" campaign said: "The main goal is the freedom of society together with Abdullah Öcalan. Women can lead this."
What did the European delegation discuss at the 'Round Table'?
The European delegation, which organised a "Round Table" meeting in Istanbul, emphasised that Abdullah Öcalan is a "global leader" and discussed what activities could be carried out to solve the Kurdish issue.
DEM Party convenes
DEM Party convened to evaluate the developments within the scope of the "Peace and Democratic Society Process".
DFG June report: 16 detentions, 6 arrests
The Dicle Fırat Journalists' Association (DFG) released its June report on human rights violations against journalists. Report stated that 6 of the 16 journalists detained were arrested.
Youth to organize 'Democratic Society Workshop'
People’s Equality and Democracy (DEM) Party Adana Youth Assembly will organize “Democratic Society Workshop with Pioneering Youth”.
Legal regulations are needed to make process permanent says CHP member
CHP Party Assembly Member Emine Uçak Erdoğan stated that legal regulations are necessary for the process to be permanent: "We need to organise a process together that is socialised and not closed in on itself."
IHD Istanbul Branch Chair: Ill prisoners cannot wait for September-October
IHD Istanbul Branch Chair Jiyan Tosun stated that steps should be taken immediately for the release of ill prisoners: "Ill prisoners cannot wait for September and October. Their lives are in danger."
KJAR: We are fighting for free women and a democratic Iran
Rûken Nexede, a member of KJAR, said that women in Iran are preparing for the struggle for freedom with the philosophy of ‘Jin Jiyan Azadî’ and that they are being targeted by the regime because they defend free women and a democratic Iran and are fighting for it.
People of Şirnex demand cancel of dam projects
The citizens of Şirnex, who spoke out in front of the ministry against the dam projects planned to be built in Cizîr and Roboskî, demanded the cancellation of the project that will lead to the destruction of ecological and historical sites.
Delegation from Europe demands immediate and unconditional release of Öcalan
"For the democratic process to reach its full potential, the immediate and unconditional release of Mr. Öcalan and all other political prisoners whose human rights have been violated is imperative," said the delegation from Europe that came to Istanbul yesterday to visit Abdullah Öcalan.
Attack on Baloch women in Iran: 1 dead, 11 injured
Iranian Revolutionary Guards killed 1 woman and seriously injured 11 women in a raid in Gunich village of Hosh city.
Abdullah Öcalan sends message to European delegation
Abdullah Öcalan sent a message to the European delegation that wanted to visit him. "I see it as part of the will for social peace, a democratic resolution, and the shared aspiration of peoples to live freely together."
Women to convey demands on process to Parliament
The Women's Initiative I Need Peace will march to the Parliament in many cities to convey their demands regarding the process. Initiative member Fatma Koçyiğit stated that they will struggle for the socialisation of peace.
Occupation continues in Serêkaniyê, Girê Spî, and Efrîn
Despite the months-old agreement signed between the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) and the Damascus administration, paramilitary groups continue their occupation of Serêkaniyê, Girê Spî, and Efrîn.
Embargo continues in Makhmur: Hundreds of patients unable to access treatment
Due to the embargo imposed by Iraq on Makhmur (Mexmur) Camp, patients are unable to access medical treatment, and students are deprived of resources. Camp officials have called for the embargo to be lifted.
Health of ill prisoners worsens in Antalya prisons
The health conditions of dozens of seriously ill prisoners held in Antalya prisons are deteriorating. The Antalya Prisoners and Convicts Families Solidarity Association (TUAY-DER) and the families are calling on the government to enact legal measures and release ill prisoners.
‘Workers must be the subject of the process’
DEM Party Central Executive Board member İlknur Birol emphasized that workers must be the subjects of the "Peace and Democratic Society Process," stating, "Workers should participate in the struggle with their knowledge and experience."
Increased Pressure on Kurds in Iran: Demand for autonomy suppressed
Following the ceasefire between Iran and Israel, the Iranian regime has intensified its crackdown on the Kurdish population. Journalist Hiva Zarie stated that the regime aims to suppress Kurdish demands for autonomy through increased repression, in order to prevent a potential popular uprising.
Details of the draft DEM Party to submit for the commission
DEM Party will submit its draft regarding the planned commission to be established in the Parliament today. The draft includes many proposals.
European Delegation Visits DEM Party in Istanbul
A 39-member European delegation, visiting Turkey as part of a campaign to meet Kurdish People's Leader Abdullah Öcalan, visited the Istanbul Provincial Organization of the Peoples' Equality and Democracy (DEM) Party.
Family of Rozerin Çukur Reacts to Constitutional Court Ruling: We could not find justice
The family of Rozerin Çukur, a 17-year-old girl killed during the curfews imposed in Amed’s Sur district, has denounced the Turkish Constitutional Court’s (AYM) ruling that her “right to life was not violated.” The family stated, “We could not find justice at the Constitutional Court either.”
Delegation from Europe submits petition to meet Abdullah Öcalan
A 39-person delegation from Europe submitted a petititon requesting to meet Abdullah Öcalan to the Asrın Law Office.
Fatma Bostan Ünsal: Concrete legal and political steps must accompany peace rhetoric
Human rights advocate and academic Fatma Bostan Ünsal has called on the Turkish government to take tangible political and legal steps in addition to rhetorical gestures within the ongoing "Peace and Democratic Society Process," warning that further delay would deepen the country’s crises.
Bar Association Chairs urge TBB to form legal monitoring committees
Doğukan Kudat, Chair of the Dersim Bar Association, called on the Union of Turkish Bar Associations (TBB) to establish legal monitoring and observation committees in light of ongoing talks around the resolution of the Kurdish issue. Hakkari (Colemêrg) Bar Association Chair Ergün Canan added, “A commission will be formed in Parliament, followed by legal reforms.”
Seferi Yılmaz: Everyone must work for peace against war profiteers
Known to the public since 2005 for catching soldiers red-handed attempting to bomb his bookstore amid debates on solving the Kurdish issue through dialogue, Seferi Yılmaz said: "Everyone must work day and night for peace against war profiteers."
Let’s hold firmly to the process says Writer Faik Tac
Writer Faik Tac, who participated in the festival in Tetwan, said: “Öcalan’s call has opened the door to a new era for art as well. Let’s hold firmly to the process. If the bans are lifted, society will breathe.”
Tatvan festival: We women are ready for process
On the 4th day of the Tatvan Culture and Art Festival, organised by Tetwan (Tatvan) Municipality with the 16-day motto "We Weave the Path of Peace with Art", activities for women were held.
Operation against CHP members in Izmir: Tunç Soyer detained
Many people including former İzmir mayor Tunç Soyer and CHP Provincial Chair Şenol Aslanoğlu were detained in the morning hours within the investigation launched by İzmir Public Prosecutor's Office against İzmir Metropolitan Municipality.
Amed Ecology Assembly: Let's defend nature with communes
In the final declaration of the Amed (Diyarbakır) Ecology Assembly, it was stated that "It is of vital importance to defend our nature in an organised way with communes, commissions and assemblies to be established in all localities".
Women's festival on its second day
"Women, Nature and Culture Festival" continues on its second day with various activities in Gimgim (Varto) district of Mûş (Muş).
Kerim Boran releases
Ill prisoner Kerim Boran was released from prison after his sentence was cancelled.
Mothers: Unity must be achieved
Mothers who lost their relatives during the conflict emphasised the need for unity among Kurds.
People want to meet Abdullah Öcalan to come to Turkey
A group of 39 people, who want to meet Abdullah Öcalan, will come to Turkey from Europe and hold process-orientated contacts.
Civil society organisations call on government to take steps
Representatives of civil society organisations and political parties in Mersin have called on the government to take steps without delay.
4 years since the Istanbul Convention cancelled: We will not give up
At least 1 thousand 280 women have been murdered in the 4 years since the Istanbul Convention was cancelled by the Presidential order. Stating that the government is trying to eliminate women's gains one by one, Women's Defence Network member Rüya Kurtuluş said, "The Istanbul Convention is ours and we will not give it up."
Presidential pardon for ill prisoner Boran
The sentence of Kerim Boran, an 81-year-old seriously ill prisoner in Edirne F-Type Closed Prison, has been cancelled by AKP Leader and President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan.
Struggle of the Kurdish people will end in victory says DBP Chair Bayındır
Stating that the descendants of Şêx Seîd (Sheikh Said) did not give up their struggle and today the whole world is talking about Kurds and their struggle, DBP Co-chair Keskin Bayındır said. “We will build a ‘Peace and Democratic Society’ by protecting Mr Öcalan’s will for a solution.”
'Women should be involved in process'
Reacting to the attacks against women and their achievements, Berfin Gökkan, a member of Yaşamevi Women's Solidarity Association, demanded that women be involved in the new process.
Labour in Democratic Society Workshop: Let’s be builders, not watchers
Speaking at the “Labour in Democratic Society Workshop” held in Amed (Diyarbakır), People’s Equality and Democracy (DEM) Party Co-deputy Chair Sevtap Aktag said: “We need to be builders of an equal and free life, not watchers.”
War increases the number of disabled
Disabled individuals shared their views on the new process toward resolving the Kurdish issue, emphasizing that war increases the number of disabled people and highlighting the importance of peace.
According to Constitutional Court, killing of Rozerin Cukur lawful!
The Constitutional Court (AYM) ruled that the right to life was not violated in the case of 17 year old Rozerin Cukur, who was shot during a curfew in the Sur district of Amed (Diyarbakır). While the legal process continues with allegations that Cukur was a “terrorist organization member”, lawyers have taken the case to the European Court of Human Rights (ECHR).
Journalists: Those threatening our colleague must be prosecuted
Representatives of professional journalist organisations reacted to the threats against our reporter Zeynep Durgut over her news report and stressed that those who threatened her should be put on trial.
The problems of the 'Others' await solutions
Refugees excluded by their countries and segments of society face problems awaiting solutions. IHD member Gulseren Yoleri said: "For the resolution of problems, the right to asylum must be accepted without hesitation."
Constitutional jurist Yokuş: The process will succeed with legal guarantees
Stating that an important area for the democratisation of Turkey has been opened, Prof. Dr. Sevtap Yokuş said that legal guarantees and an inclusive constitution are important for the success of the process: "Raising hope depends on the efforts of all of us."
Final declaration of Sheikh Seid conference published
In the final declaration of the conference "Şêx Seîd (Sheikh Said) and Azadî Community: History, Memory, and Collective Dissent Conference" called for the disclosure of the burial places of those who have great historical, political, cultural and symbolic value for the Kurdish people and an end to denialist approaches.