Israel says first phase of attacks completed
Israel announced that the first phase of its attack on Iran has been completed.
New attack on Iran: Tabriz and Shiraz targeted
Israel attacked to Iran once again. It was noted that the attack was targeted near the airport in the city of Tabriz.
Iran calls UN for emergency meeting
Iran's Permanent Mission to the United Nations asked the United Nations Security Council to convene urgently against Israel's attacks.
Families apply to İmralı Directorate
Abdullah Öcalan's family and his guardian Mazlum Dinç applied to Bursa Chief Public Prosecutor's Office and İmralı Prison Directorate requesting a meeting.
Iran appoints new names to replace killed command staff
Iran made temporary appointments to the positions of the Chief of General Staff and the commander of the Revolutionary Guards Army, who lost their lives in the Israeli attacks.
IAEA: No leakage at Iran’s nuclear facilities
The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), which made a statement on Israel’s attack on Iran, stated that there was no leakage in nuclear facilities.
Michael Hardt: I recognize and support decision of Öcalan
"I recognize and support Öcalan's and the PKK's decision to chart a new course towards peace and democracy," American political theorist Michael Hardt said in a statement on Abdullah Öcalan's call.
Iran retaliates with drones
The Israeli army announced that Iran directed more than 100 drones against Israel.
Director of Riha Chamber of Commerce: We support the process for our future
Stating that the success of the process initiated under the leadership of Öcalan will make a great contribution to the economy, Ömer Fırat, the director of Riha Chamber of Industry and Commerce, called for the opening of border gates as the first step.
3 journalists detained
Journalists Semra Pelek, Dicle Baştürk and Ozan Cırık were detained within an investigation in Artvin.
Degenhardt: Rojava is the most promising model
Evaluating their visit to North and East Syria, Philip Degenhardt from the Rosa Luxemburg Foundation emphasized the importance of recognizing the AANES, stating: “From a leftist perspective, I can say this is the most promising model.”
Young people to meet at “Democratic Society” conference
Ali Talay from the HDK Youth Assembly announced that they will be holding a conference on “Youth and Democratic Society” on 15-16 June, saying, “We believe it is important to have a common stance rather than the same ideas at the conference”.
Mothers of murdered women: Abdullah Öcalan's physical freedom must be ensured
The mothers of Sevê Demir, Fatma Uyar and Pakize Nayır, who were murdered during the curfews, said that Abdullah Öcalan's physical freedom must be ensured and prisons must be emptied in order for the process to move forward.
Israeli attack on Iran
Israel launched a comprehensive attack on Iran. While the Iranian media announced that many people, including the Chief of General Staff Mohammad Baqeri, lost their lives after the attack, statements came from countries.
ISIG: At least 770 children lost their lives in workplace homicides in 12 years
ISIG announced that at least 770 child workers lost their lives in workplace homicides in 12 and a half years.
Statement from HPG about Turkish attacks
HPG announced that air and ground attacks continue with all kinds of weapons.
Rozerin’s father, murdered in Sur: Everyone must support the process
Mustafa Çukur, father of Rozerin Çukur, stated that everyone must support the process initiated by Abdullah Öcalan, saying, “I lost my child, but enough is enough, no one else should lose their children.”
Street reacts to the Judiciary Package: Prisoners must be released
Speaking about their expectations from the current process, citizens criticized the new judicial reform package, stating that the continued imprisonment of political prisoners increases distrust toward the state.
Father of Dilan Abay, who died in Kobanê: Peace requires sincerity
Mehmet Abay, who lost his daughter Dilan in the fight against ISIS in Kobanê, emphasized that despite the deep suffering endured by Kurds, they still want peace. He called on the state to take sincere steps toward achieving it.
‘Conditional’ support for the process in villages
Villagers in Elkê, who have long suffered under “security” policies, say they support the new process, but stress that a lasting peace depends on concrete steps taken by the state.
Louise Regan: Freedom of Öcalan more essential than ever
Louise Regan, International Secretary of the UK’s National Education Union (NEU) and one of the coordinators of the “Freedom for Öcalan, Solution to the Kurdish Question” campaign, emphasized that any progress in the new process depends on the physical freedom of Abdullah Öcalan.
Preparations by DEM Party to visit İmralı: Representatives of other political parties may also meet with Öcalan
DEM Party Spokesperson Aysegul Dogan stated: “We are planning to make a visit to İmralı Island as soon as possible. It is highly likely that Mr Öcalan will also meet with representatives of various political parties.”
‘Ill prisoners must be urgently released’
The Human Rights Association (IHD) made a statement in front of Bakırköy Women’s Closed Prison, saying that the 10th Judicial Package failed to meet expectations and called for the urgent release of ill prisoners without the need for any legal procedures.
Village under military blockade: Even breathing is forbidden in Wergenima
Wergenima, a village in Gever that has faced restricted anty and exit since 2016, is surrounded by military towers and border walls. In the village, which resembles a prison, not only cultural activities but even breathing is prohibited due to the dusty roads.
Relative of prisoner: Administration and Observation Boards should be abolished for social peace
Ekrem Şahin, brother of Nihat Şahin, a prisoner whose release has been postponed for 30 years, stated that the Administration and Observation Boards should be abolished for social peace.
7th Ma Music Days starts
The 7th Ma Music Days will be held between 12-15 June in memory of artist Nesrîn Şêrwan.
Amed citizens: Öcalan must be free for process to move forward
Amed citizens embracing the call made by Kurdish People's Leader Abdullah Öcalan on 27 February said, "Abdullah Öcalan must be free and the Parliament must take steps for the process to move forward."
She lost two children in conflicts: We are with Öcalan
Perişan Özlü, who lost her husband as a result of heavy torture by the state and her son and daughter in the clashes, stated that she wants peace despite all the pain and persecution and said that they stand by Abdullah Öcalan.
IHRNGO: One thousand 20 people executed in Iran in 8 months
Iran Human Rights announced that 9 people were executed and stated that at least one thousand 20 people have been executed since 1 October 2024.
Constitutional Court rules seizure of letters a violation: No place in a democratic society
The Constitutional Court ruled that the “objectionable” seizure of letters sent by 11 prisoners in prisons was not necessary in a “democratic society”.
Release of 30-year prisoner prevented
The release of Nihat Şahin, a 30-year prisoner in Tekirdağ Prison, was postponed on the grounds that he said, “I paid price to live my Kurdish identity”.
Swiss BastA! Party demands meeting with Öcalan
Swiss BastA! Party announced its support for the “I want to visit Abdullah Öcalan” campaing launched by EFFP.
She lost 4 members of her family during conflicts: There can be no peace just by talking
Latife Tabar, 80, lost her brother, cousin and 2 children in the clashes and does not know the fate of 1 child. "Peace cannot be achieved unilaterally and only by talking. Steps need to be taken for this," she said.
Art plays a big role in the socialisation of process says Lisa Calan
Stating that the war has also negatively affected art, “We artists have a responsibility in socialising the process,” said Lisa Calan, one of the founders of the Art for Freedom Initiative.
‘Ideas of Öcalan pioneering in NADA’s congress decisions’
Stating that the ideas of Kurdish People’s Leader Abdullah Öcalan were pioneering for them in the decisions of the congress they held in May, NADA member Ebîr Hasaf said, “We will become stronger with the work we will do.”
Letter from Abdullah Öcalan to Academy of Jineology
Abdullah Öcalan, who sent a letter to the Academy of Jineology along with a fern, stated that the women's work, which he called "my unfinished project" when he was brought to İmralı, is moving forward with Jineology.
Eid message from Öcalan: I extend my greetings to our people on the Feast of Sacrifice without sacrifice
Abdullah Öcalan shared the following message during a family meeting on the occasion of Eid: “I extend my greetings to our people on the Feast of Sacrifice without sacrifice. Greetings to all our people."
Öcalan and prisoners receive visits on occasion of Eid al-Adha
Öcalan and other six prisoners receive visits from families on the occasion of Eid al-Adha.
‘Execution regulation harbours inequality’
IHD Istanbul Branch Chair Jiyan Tosun stated that the execution regulation contains an inequality and said: “If we are going to talk about a process, democratisation and rule of law, everyone should turn their eyes to prisons.”
Dr Miley: We need to be moving towards Öcalan's freedom
Dr Thomas Jeffrey Miley from Cambridge University evaluated Abdullah Öcalan’s freedom as an integral part of the peace process.
Letter from Alain Baiou to Öcalan: We are with you to the end
In a letter to Abdullah Öcalan, philosopher Alain Badiou said, “Under these circumstances, our strongest wish is that your channels of communication be opened. We are with you to the end.”
Vedat Aydin commemorated at his grave
People’s Labour Party (HEP) Amed (Diyarbakır) Provincial Chair Vedat Aydin, who was mudered by JITEM, sommemorated at his grave. Speaking here DEM Party Women’s Assembly Spokesperson Halide Turkoglu said that they will build the democratic society desired by those who paid the price.
5 CHP mayors suspended from office
CHP mayors of Avcılar, Büyükçekmece, Gaziosmanpaşa, Cehyan and Seyhan who were arrested in Istanbul-based investigations were suspended from office.
Relatives of prisoners subjected to strip searches: Our headscarves removed
Women who were subjected to strip searches during visits in Urfa Prison said, “They remove our headscarves and take off our clothes.”
DEM Party to organize one thousand 950 meeting for process
DEM Party will organize one thousand 950 meetings as well as “Democracy Festivals” and gathering to explain the new process.
Prisoner for 31 years denied release for not declaring ‘neutrality’
Haci Haykir, a political prisoner held for 31 years, was denied release by the Administrative and Observation Board of Burdur High-Security Closed Prison on the grounds that he did not declare “neutrality”. His release scheduled for June 6, was postponed for eight montsh. His wife, Sirin Haykir, called the decision unjust and said, “If they truly want peace, they must and such practices.”
Son of shepherd killed by sergeant: State must take a step
Sertip Şen, a shepherd killed six years ago by Speacialist Sergeant M.T. in Gever. Abdullah Şen, the son of Sertip Şen, emphasized that the state must take steps towards peace and ensure the fair prosecution of those responsible for killings.
Farewell to Serxwebûn: For a new beggining
Serxwebûn newspaper announced that it ended its 44-year publishing life with the PKK's decision to dissolve and end the armed struggle. It was stated that Serxwebûn will continue to live and play a role in new media organs in the new period.
Serxwebûn publishes perspective of Abdullah Öcalan for 12th Congress of PKK
Kurdish People's Leader Abdullah Öcalan presents a comprehensive document on the new period in historical, philosophical, theoretical and political terms in a historical perspective consisting of an introduction and 7 articles sent to the 12th Congress of the PKK. Serxwebûn newspaper published the perspective on its last issue.
First survey after PKK congress: 71.5 per cent support for decision
According to Sosyo Politik's survey on the process, 71.5 percent of the citizens supported the PKK's congress decisions. The majority of citizens stated that the responsibility for the positive outcome of the process lies with the parliament and the government.