Commission to hear families of victims and civil society groups
The parliamentary commission established to resolve the Kurdish issue will listen to representatives of foundations, NGOs, Saturday Mothers and Peace Mothers on 19-20 August.
The provocative language in media must change says Journalist Eren
Journalist Faruk Eren criticized the media’s role in the Kurdish peace process, stating, “A language that constantly provokes the process is being used. This language needs to change.”
Tens of thousands gathered in concert in Gever
Tens of thousands of people attended the concert organised by Gever (Yüksekova) Municipality in Colemêrg (Hakkari). "Bijî Serok Apo (Long live Leader Apo)" slogan was frequently chanted during the concert.
Mexmûr residents receiving Öcalan’s message: Ready to take all responsibilities
Mexmûr (Makhmur) residents expressed excitement after receiving a message from Abdullah Öcalan, the Kurdish People’s Leader, stating, "After the leader’s message, we have revived like a withered flower."
Ocalan's freedom is critical to the process says Stephen Smellie
Stephen Smellie, a member of the National Executive Council of UNISON, one of the largest public sector unions in the UK, stated that Abdullah Öcalan's physical freedom is of "critical" importance for the process.
Philosopher Zabala: Öcalan’s efforts must not be in vain
Philosopher and cultural critic Santiago Zabala drew attention to the fact that Kurdish-Turkish relations have been targeted by capitalist modernity, stating, “Öcalan’s efforts must not be in vain.”
Call to investigation into Sincan Prison conditions
Lezgin Dayangaç, the father of Mehmet Dayangaç, who is being held in Sincan L-Type Prison No 2, stated that his son is constantly subjected to pressure and violence and called on the authorities to investigate the prison.
Ocalan drawing a realistic roadmap says Journalist Turkone
Journalist Mumtazer Turkone said that the fundamental solution to the Kurdish issue lies in equal citizenship and added: "Abdullah Öcalan is drawing a realistic road map. These realistic approaches have a response from the state wing represented by Devlet Bahçeli."
Peace Academic Kaya: Meeting with Öcalan accelerates the process
Peace Academic Muzaffer Kaya has called for a democratic mobilization in support of the new parliamentary peace process in Turkey. Speaking on the work of the recently established commission, Kaya emphasized that the process must be pushed forward collectively by all democratic forces.
Fight against drugs in Êlih: An issue to be resolved
Gulbahar Kaya, the Êlih (Batman) representative of the Şiyar Be! (Wake Up!) Platform, warned of a growing drug crisis in Kurdish cities and called for urgent collective action. She described drug use as a form of “societal warfare” and emphasized the need for awareness and resistance before an entire generation is lost.
Every moment of his life was a struggle, say siblings of Koçero Urfa
The family of Metin Arslan, also known as Koçero Urfa, commemorated his life following confirmation of his death in a 2019 airstrike. His siblings Yasin and Rabia Arslan spoke of his unwavering dedication to the Kurdish freedom struggle, describing him as a symbol of resilience and commitment.
Operation against IBB: Detention warrant for 44 people
Within the scope of the new wave operation against Istanbul Metropolitan Municipality (IBB), detention warrant for 44 people, including Beyoglu Mayor Inan Guney.
YPS Member Zal commemorated on his grave: We are ready to be comrades
Welat Zal, a YPS member who lost his life during the curfews in Cizîr district in 2016, was commemorated at his grave in Tetwan’s (Tatvan) Boluh village.
IHD: Prisoners' right to life and health are violated in Êlih
The Human Rights Association (IHD) Êlih (Batman) Branch reported that ongoing water shortages and unsafe drinking water at Batman Closed Prison, Batman T-Type Closed Prison, and Batman L-Type Open Prison have seriously violated the right to life and health of prisoners.
Criminal complaint against specialised sergeant for violence against child
In Colemêrg (Hakkari), a criminal complaint was filed against specialised sergeant İbrahim Sarı for violence against a child.