Kurds will be in the new map says Bereket Kar
Commenting on the developments in Syria, “Kurds will eventually be included in the new map of Syria. Kurds are now in the equation, I think they will be represented in a central government coalition to be established,” says Middle East expert Bereket Kar.
'Attacks target democratic nation model'
Raqqa Women's Assembly member Xewla Ibrahim Îsa said that the democratic nation model is targeted with the attacks on North and East Syria.
'Freedom for Abdullah Öcalan' rally goal in Argentina
Julián Aguirre, Director of the International Department of CTA Autónoma, stated that they goal a rally in Argentina demanding the physical freedom of Abdullah Öcalan.
Imrali application to the CPT: Urgent visit
Asrin Law Office applied to the CPT demanding an urgent visit to İmralı Prison and the release of the report of the last prison visit.
'Attacks on Rojava must stop, its status must be recognised'
Represantatives of political parties and civil society organisations in Wan reacted to the attacks on North and East Syria, calling for a halt to the attacks and recognition of the status of the region.
She kept her son's body in mosque for 27 days: We won't forget even after a hundred years
Gurbet Mete, who lost her son, sister-in-law and brother during the curfews in Silopi and Cizîr, says, "They did not allow us to bury my son's body for 27 days. We will not forget even if a hundred years pass".
Restriction on attendance at funeral, condolence service
65-year-old Nura Kurt, who died in Germany, was buried in Wêranşar by 5 people without religious rituals under a military blockade.
Yeni Yaşam newspaper worker detained
Yeni Yaşam newspaper worker Serhat Durmuş and 2 young peope were detained in house raids.
Operation continues in Bagok Mountain
The military operation launched in November in the rural area of Bagok Mountain continues. It was stated that explosions were heard from the region.
Police torture: We were threatened with rape
Young people detained in Colemêrg for overtaking a police vehicle stated that they were tortured, stripped and threatened with rape.
Prisoner with cancer denied medication
Ismet Aslan, who is being held in Marmara Type L Prison No. 5, has Mycosis Fungoides (MF), a form of skin cancer, but his medication is not given to him by the prison administration.
77 people killed by UCAV attacks in 6 months
At least 77 people, including children, have been killed in Turkey's drone attacks against North and East Syria and the Federated Kurdistan Region in the las 6 months.
No solution in Syria in short term says Journalist Mutlu
Journalist Mehmet Emin Mutlu said that a solution in Syria does not seem possible in the short term and added: "The defence of the Rojava Revolution will be decisive in the future of Syria. Attacks can be broken with this spirit."
Manbij statement from SDF
SDF General Commander Mazlûm Abdi announced that a ceasefire was reached in Manbij and says their aim is to stop the fire in all Syrian territories and to enter a political process for the future of the country.
Intellectuals, journalists and artists visits trustee appointed Êlih
Writers, journalists and artists visited the Co-mayors of Êlih Municipality and called for opposition to the policy of mortgaging the will.
People reacts attacks by Turkey and SNA: Bijî Berxwedana Rojava
Many cities in Turkey protested against the Turkish and SNA attacks on North and East Syria.
692 torture applications to HRFT in 11 months
In the first 11 months of the year, 692 people applied to HRFT with complaints of torture and ill-treatment and at least 2,805 people, 81 of them children were detained İHD and HRFT said.
Attacks on Rojava protested during Human Rights Week
In the demonstrations held within the scope of the Human Rights Week, it was stated that the Kurdish issue is one of the main obstacles to Turkey's democratisation and the attacks of the Turkey-backed SNA paramilitary group against North and East Syria were protested.
They want to destroy hope of democratic life says journalist Nazım Daştan
Journalist Nazım Daştan stated that the aim of the attacks against the Autonomous Administration in North and East Syria is to "impose integration" into the nation-state and said: "Kurds have proved to the world for 13 years that a democratic life is possible. They want to destroy this hope."
DBP starts aid campaign for Rojava
Democratic Regions Party (DBP) stated that it has launched an aid campaign for North and East Syria, where Turkey and the SNA have been attacking since 27 November and called for action with the spirit of Kobanê
Qereqozaq Bridge bombed
Turkey and the SNA bombed the area around Qereqozaq Bridge 15 times from the air.
Lawyers applies to meet with Abdullah Öcalan
Lawyers from the Asrın Law Office have made a new application for a meeting with their client Abdullah Öcalan.
UAV crashed in Serêkaniye
It was stated that an Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) crashed in Serêkaniye district of Riha.
Clashes at Tishreen Dam
Turkey and affiliated SNA groups attacked the Tishreen Dam and fierce clashes broke out.
Statement by Minister Tunç on the İmralı application
Justice Minister Yılmaz Tunç says, "We will work to determine a suitable day" regarding the DEM Party's application for a meeting with PKK Leader Abdullah Öcalan.
Turkey wants to liquidate Kurdish gains says Journalist Dîlan Dîlok
Commenting on the latest situation in North and East Syria, "Turkey wants to liquidate Kurdish gainst before the pieces fall into place in Syria," says Journalist Dîlan Dîlok.
Over 30 books in 30 years of imprisonment
Writer Nusret Yıldız wrote more than 30 books in prison, where he was imprisoned for 30 years. Yıldız was only able to print one of his books due to the publishing houses' condition of transferring the works to digital media.
Criminal complaint against violent police officers
Fince Akman, one of those who were beaten and detained during the "freedom" rally in Istanbul, has filed a criminal complaint against the police officers through his lawyers and demanded a public prosecution.
World must take action to end this atrocity says Mihemed Şêxo
Stating that Kurdish civilians were forced to migrate fot the second time as a result of the attacks of Turkey and affiliated paramilitary groups, "World public opinion needs to take action to end this atrocity," says Mihemed Şêxo, Co-Chair of Afrin-Shahba Canton Council.
Ground and time for solution has come, let's not miss opportunity says Keskin Bayındır
DBP Co-Chair Keskin Bayındır, recall Abdullah Öcalan's message on the solution of the Kurdish issue and said: "We believe that the time has come and the ground has been created. This historical opportunity should be utilised on the right basis."
Trustee prevents enter of co-mayors to municipality in Êlih
Êlih co-mayors and council members were prevented from entering the municipality building by the police. Co-mayor Yeşil Işık reacted to the situation and said that the government that does not recognise the constitution has lost its legitimacy.
Syrian Human Rights Organisation calls to UN
Evîn Cuma, one of the directors of the Syrian Human Rights Organisation, called on the UN to take action against the war crimes committed by Turkey.
Latest situation in Manbij
Manbij Military Council announced that 14 SNA members were captured and 1 panzer was destroyed.
Why is Manbij targeted?
Manbij, where Turkey and paramilitary groups have increased their attacks, has a strategic importance with its proximity to Kobanê, the city of resistance that cuts the "windpipe" of ISIS
November report from MKG: 38 journalists on trial
According to the November report of MKG, 7 journalists were investigated, 7 journalists were prosecuted, 38 journalists were put on trial, 7 journalists were sentenced to 2 years and 3 months in prison.
KCK: Democratic Nation model is the solution for Syria
Stating that a new era has entered in Syria, the KCK said: "The alternative to the monist nation-state model, which is the source of all problems, is the model of the democratic nation in which the equal, democratic, and free co-existence of all peoples is ensured."
KNK calls for national duty and responsibility
KNK called on all Kurdish parties, organisations and personalities to act with national duty and responsibility during the period of attacks against North and East Syria.
Muqtada al-Sadr calls for dialogue for Syria
Making a statement on the developments in Syria, National Shiite Movement leader Muqtada al-Sadr called for a comprehensive national dialogue that would lead to the establishment of a democratic government in Syria.
12 civilians killed in Turkish drone strike
12 civilians, mostly women and children, were killed in Turkey's drone attack on Eyn Isa.
Turkey's intervention deepens Syrian crisis says Aldar Xelîl
- PYD Co-Presidency Executive Committee Member Aldar Xelîl stated that a new era should start in Syria and the Autonomous Administration is ready for dialogue with the parties, but noted that Turkey's intervention has deepened the crises.
Manbij Military Council: Second phase of defense begun
Stating that the attacks of Turkey and affiliated paramilitary groups continue to increase, Manbij Military Council announced that the second phase of defence against these attacks has begun.
Xwebûn published: 'Defending Rojava is an obligation!
Kurdish weekly newspaper Xwebûn met its readers with the headline "Defending Rojava is an obligation".
If democratisation desired, isolation must be fought against says Eren Keskin
Eren Keskin, member of the Justice Against Isolation Initiative, stated that the isolation is connected to the solution of the Kurdish issue and that a possible solution in Turkey would positively affect other countries as well.
From ISIS and Jabhat al-Nusra to HTS
Hayat Tahrir al-Sham, which is on the ‘terrorist list’ of many states and once again came to the agenda with its recent attacks, separated from ISIS and Jabhat al-Nusra and became an effective force in Idlib and its surroundings.
New prisons will deepen the problem, not solve it says Lawyer Köçeroğlu
Violations increase and isolation deepens as the number of prison increases said Lawyer Ferat Köçeroğlu and added: "The excess of prisons is not something to be proud of, but something to complain about."
Need to find solutions to migration says Academician Lülüfer Körükmez
Academician Lülüfer Körükmez stated that the people of Syria will once again be on the migration routes due to the spreading conflicts in Syria and says, ‘We need to find solutions worthy of human dignity together.’
QSD: We demonstrated extraordinary resistance
Stating that the attacks on Manbij were jointly organised by Turkish Armed Forces officers and paramilitary groups, QSD said: "The SDF affirms its unwavering commitment to defending the people of the region and confronting all forms of aggression."
Mobilisation call from KONGRA-GEL
KONGRA-GEL made a statement on the attacks on North and East Syria and the isolation. "We must mobilise for the opening of İmralı gates and for the protecrion of the Rojava revolution," they wrote.
'No to war' forum from HDK: Call for united struggle
Speaking at HDK's "No to war" forum, representatives of political parties stated that the cause of the multiple crises in Turkey is the ongoing war. "We embrace the legitimate self-defence of the peoples of Rojava and Syria and pledge to fight together," message given.
2 cities demand freedom for seriously ill prisoners
A call for the release of seriously ill prisoners Melek Akgün and Emrah Abi was made in Istanbul and Ankara.