Balochistan after 'independence' decision: Pakistan's pressure increased
Mir Yar Baloch, who announced the declaration of Balochistan's independence, stated that Pakistan's pressure increased after the decision and that they will resist until the "occupation" ends.
Efkan Ala comments on new constitution talks
NEWS CENTER Efkan Ala stated regarding the debates on a new constitution: “Even if we hold a majority on our own, we would prefer to draft the constitution together with the opposition. A constitution that gains the consent of broad segments of society will open the way for Turkey.”
Italy grants honorary citizenship to Kurdish activist Warishah Moradi
Members of the municipal council of the Italian city of Poggibonsi announced the decision to grant honorary citizenship to Kurdish political activist Warishah Moradi, who has been sentenced to death in Iran.
Tuncer Bakirhan: We set democracy and law as compass of process
Calling for a new democratic and inclusive political direction amid changing regional democracy, “We have set democracy and the rule of law as the compass of this process” Tuncer Bakirhan said.
DEM Party's statement on MHP meeting
In the DEM Party's statement on the MHP meeting, it was stated that the issues that the Parliament should take on in the context of the Kurdish issue were discussed.
DEM Party MHP meeting ends
The DEM Party and MHP meeting, which lasted for about 40 minutes, ended.
29 years searching her son’s bones
Nefise erkek will apply to IHD for the bones of her son who was killed in a clash in 1996.
DEM Party MHP meeting starts
The meeting between DEM Party Co-chairs Tulay Hatimogullari, Tuncer Bakırhan and MHP Chair Devlet Bahceli started.
Author Sever: 'Democratic society' can be a bridge between peoples
Journalist-writer Aykan Sever emphasised that the idea of a "democratic society" in Abdullah Öcalan's call could serve as a bridge between peoples.
Human rights defenders call to abolition of Anti-Terror Law
IHD and OHD executives said that the abolition of the Anti-Terror Law and the release of ill prisoners are the top priorities in the new process.
Shengal Autonomous Council Co-chair: Real struggle just beginning
"The issue is not that the PKK has laid down arms and everyone should go home. The real struggle is just beginning," Nayif Şemo, Co-Chair of the Democratic Autonomous Assembly of Shengal said.
'Ground must be laid for women's participation in the process'
DEM Party MP Nejla Demir submitted her demand to parliament for the establishment of a commission where women can directly participate in the process that started with the call for "Peace and Democratic Society", and she emphasised the need to create a ground for women's participation in the process.
Women in Amed prepare for 31 May
TJA member Fatma Ablay said: "We invite all women to be the pioneers of democratic society and peace" for the march they will organise with the slogan "Women are marching for social peace and democratic solution".
Precedent decision from court: Governor cannot ban all protests and events
Erzurum Regional Administrative Court has ruled the governorate's decision to ban protests against the trustee initiative unlawful.
Release of prisoner postponed for 6 months
The release of prisoner Hasan Yaküt, who is being held Antalya S-Type High Security Closed Prison, has been postponed for six months on the grounds that he has “no remorse”.
IHD Amed Branch: The process must not be wasted
Amed Branch of the Human Rights Association (IHD) held a press conference regarding the developments following Kurdish People’s Leader Abdullah Öcalan’s call. Branch Chair Ercan Yılmaz stated that the call has created a renewed sense of hope in society and emphasized that this opportunity must not be lost due to the arrogance of the state.
ECtHR requests defence from Turkey regarding Cizîr
The European Court of Human Rights (ECtHR) has requested a defence from Turkey following an application concerning human rights violations during the curfews in Cizîr.
Venezuela election: 42 per cent turnout, Maduro wins
The coalition led by Maduro won the election in Venezuela, where the turnout remained at 42 per cent.
IBB investigation detainees referred to courthouse
45 people detained within the scope of the investigation against Istanbul Metropolitan Municipality (IBB) were referred to the courthouse.
We fear of his life says lawyer of ill prisoner
The release of Ibrahim Tekin, an ill prisoner of 30 years who lives with an oxygen cylinder, has been extended. Lawyer Ozcan Sarıoglu said he fears of his client’s life.
CPT member Osman: Turkey's attacks are blocking the process
Stating that 61 attacks were carried out by Turkey on 5-7 May, when the PKK held its congress, and 94 attacks were carried out on the day the decisions of the congress were announced, "The continuation of the attacks delays peace and obstructs the process," CPT member Kameran Osman said.
'Let the Kurdish issue be solved on an equal basis'
East-Southeast Associations (DGD-KON) Chair Abdulhakim Das said, "Efforts should be made to solve the Kurdish issue on the basis of equal citizenship."
Ill prisoner with 92 per cent diability report deteriorates
The condition of ill prisoner Fırat Nebioğlu, who has a 92 per cent disability report and kidney failure, in Diyarbakır High Security Prison No. 1 is deteriorating day by day.
First point is to release Mr Öcalan says Laura Castel
Referring to the process on the solution of the Kurdish issue, "The first point is to release Mr. Öcalan in order to him be free, and having the opportunity to lead these conversations face to face in the same level, not in prison," PACE member Laura Castel said.
'Unless Kurdish is liberated from occupation, thought cannot be free'
Homer Feizî, the spokesperson of Nojîn Social Culture Association, whose members and instructors were arrested for teaching Kurdish language, said: "As long as we do not liberate the Kurdish language from the yoke of this occupation, we cannot liberate Kurdish thought."
Israeli strikes across Gaza kill 24 people
At least 24 people were killed in Israel's attack on a school in Gaza.
KNK Congress ends: Number of Executive Council members increased
After discussions and the unanimous vote of the delegates, the number of members of the Executive Council of the KNK was changed from 19 to 23.
Bakırhan: Peace can only be achieved through laws
Drawing attention to Kurdish People's Leader Abdullah Öcalan's message of "law of brotherhood", DEM Party Co-Chair Tuncer Bakırhan said: " The law of brotherhood, as Mr. Öcalan said, is the law of equality. It is equal coexistence on a democratic basis."
Ahmet Karamus and Zeynep Murad elected as co-chairs of KNK
Ahmet Karamus and Zeynep Murad were elected as co-chairs once again at the 23rd General Assembly of the KNK.
Mother who lost 6 children: We buried our children to see good days
Cemile Öcalan, 95, lost 6 of her children during the conflict. She stated that her pain would be alleviated with a lasting peace and said, " We buried our most beautiful children to see a beautiful day."
Civil society must be part of Parliamentary Commission says politician Melda Onur
Politician and former CHP MP Melda Onur stated that the government must change its rhetoric regarding the new peace process, and emphasized that any commission established in Parliament should include not only political parties but also civil society organizations.
Declaration from the KNK: Let’s unite through a National Conference
In the joint declaration read at the 23rd Ordinary Congress of the KNK, a call was made to all Kurdish forces: “Let’s unite through a National Conference.”
Italian medical delegation prevent visiting Shengal
The Italian delegation that wanted to visit Shengal and Makhmur was prevented by Iraqi forces.
Chair of Riha Bar Association: ‘Right to hope’ essential for peace
Abdullah Oncel, Chair of the Riha Bar Association, emphasized the need for constitutional and legal forms based on equal citizenship and mother tongue education to achieve lasting societal peace. He underlined the importance of implementing the “Right to hope”.
Mother of Hacı Lokman Birlik: We want to live freely on our land
Nazire Birlik, the mother of Hacı Lokman Birlik, who was tied to an armoured vehicle and dragged on the ground, said: "There will be no peace until Abdullah Öcalan's words are fulfilled. We want to live freely in the land we live in."
Mother of ill prisoner: We should be reunited with our children through legal regulation
Hikmet Akdoğan, the mother of Abdulkadir Akdoğan, an ill prisoner held in Bolu High Security Prison, said: "Mothers should be reunited with their sons through a legal arrangement."
Co-Chair of OHD: Implementing the 'right to hope' is essential
Serhat Cakmak, Co-Chair of the Association of Lawyers for Freedom (OHD), stated that applying the "right to hope" to Abdullah Öcalan is essential given his role in the ongoing peace process.
Aysegul Dogan: Parliament Speaker should take responsibility for commission
Aysegul Dogan, spokesperson for the Peoples' Equality and Democracy (DEM) Party, called on Parliament Speaker Numan Kurtulmuş to take initiative in establishing a parliamentary commission.
Barcelona launches 'Hope League' project in North and East Syria
The "Hope League" project launched in North and East Syria and the Federated Kurdistan Region under the leadership of the Barça Foundation.
Report on 20 Prisons: Two prisoners sharing a single bunk
Report prepared by legal and civil society organizations on 20 prisons reveals numerous rights violations, including strip searches, denial of access to medical care, torture, and ill-treatment. It was also noted that in some prisons, two prisoners forced to share a single bunk bed.
'Kurdish Revival' documentary website launched
The series-documentary "Kurdish Revival" started broadcasting on its own website.
Solution is not abolishing Lausanne, but establishing a democratic constitution says Historian Ulugana
Commenting on the ongoing debates about the Treaty of Lausanne, historian Sedat Ulugana said, “The resolution of the Kurdish issue does not lie in abolishing Lausanne. The solution is the establishment of a democratic and pluralist constitution.”
Demand of those who have lost loved ones in conflicts: Freedom and peace
Families who lost their relatives during the conflict process stated that they are behind Abdullah Öcalan's call and demanded peace and freedom.
‘We trust Öcalan, we are ready to contribute’
Vice President of the Federation of Eastern and Southeastern Associations Mehmet Ihsan Tas said that they trust Abdullah Öcalan and ready to contribute to the solution.
Families applies to go to İmralı
Abdullah Öcalan's family and his guardian Mazlum Dinç applied to Bursa Chief Public Prosecutor's Office and İmralı Prison Directorate requesting a meeting.
Satellite photos of destruction in Gabar
The destruction of nature in Gabar Mountain, which is on the agenda with tree cutting, mining and oil works, was reflected in satellite photographs.
Menzione: Öcalan must be able to lead change he wants to initiate from outside
Italian jurist Ezio Menzione stated that the government should also show its "intention for peace" against the PKK's congress decisions and said, "Öcalan must be able to manage the change he wants to initiate from outside."
Operation against IBB: Detention warrant for 49 people
In the 4th wave operation against Istanbul Metropolitan Municipality, detention warrants issued for 49 people, including names close to Ekrem İmamoğlu.
'Abolish isolation, release ill prisoners'
In Semsûr, a call was made for the release of ill prisoners and for the improvement of the conditions of Abdullah Öcalan.
Turkish Defence Ministry: Attacks will continue
Defence Ministry spokesperson Zeki Aktürk said Turkey will continue its attacks despite the decision of PKK to end its activities.