PACE Unified European Left Group to hold meetings in Ankara regarding the 'right to hope'
A delegation from the Unified European Left Group at PACE will hold a series of meetings in Ankara regarding Abdullah Öcalan’s legal status, the “right to hope,” and the ongoing political process.
Ahmet Türk at Istanbul Conference: The Kurdish question is me
Speaking at the “Conference on the Democratic Transformation of the Republic in Its Second Century” in Istanbul, Ahmet Türk said: “I have no identity. I have no language. My people are denied. That is the Kurdish question. The Kurdish question is me.”
Conference on the Democratic Transformation of the Republic: Everyone wins, why shouldn’t the Kurds?
Speaking at the “Conference on the Democratic Transformation of the Republic in Its Second Century,” İmralı Delegation member Özgür Erol stated that a Peace Law should be enacted, saying, “Everyone wins, why shouldn’t the Kurds?”
Specialist sergeant kills 4 people from the same family
In Şemzînan (Şemdinli), specialist sergeant Musa Gezer killed his wife Gülşen Gezer and 3 members of her family, while one person was seriously injured.
2 children from Kobanê kidnapped for ransom in Aleppo
Armed groups kidnapped two children from Kobanê, aged 9 and 16, in the city of Heleb (Aleppo) in order to obtain ransom.
Police attack and detain private sector teachers in Ankara
Police attacked private sector teachers who wanted to make a statement in front of Parliament. The teachers, who continued their wait, stated that they would not leave Ankara until their rights are granted.
Prof. Serhun Al: There can be no peace in the Middle East without the Kurds
Emphasizing "there can be no peace in the Middle East without the Kurds," Assoc. Prof. Serhun Al stated, "What matters is to take this issue out of the climate of conflict, negotiate it in a peaceful and democratic environment, and ensure that all the peoples living in the region benefit from a win-win strategy."
'Special warfare is spreading through a policy of impunity'
Şükran Demir from the I Need Peace Women's Initiative, pointing out that the special warfare policies pursued in Kurdistan are spreading through impunity, stated that organized struggle against this is essential.
Kobanê University delegation attends international academic conference
A delegation from Kobanê University attended the international academic conference titled “Kurds in the Diaspora: International Impact and Future Perspectives,” held in Bonn.
Call for democratic republic and coexistence on first day of conference
Speakers at the conference's "Whose Republic, What Future?" session called for a new Republic based on democratic citizenship, justice, peace and coexistence.
Cegerxwîn documentary 'Kî me Ez!' to have its gala in Stockholm
The gala screening of the documentary film "Kî me Ez! (Who am I)," about the life of Cegerxwîn, one of the most important figures in the world of Kurdish literature and poetry, will take place in Stockholm on 20 June.
Veysi Aktaş: Turkey will either succumb to its fears or open the door to a new century
Speaking at a conference in Istanbul, Veysi Aktaş stated, “‘Democratic integration’ requires democratic negotiation, legal safeguards and social consensus.” Aktaş stressed, “Turkey will either succumb to its fears or, with courage, open the door to a new century.”
Second session of the conference: The process is an opportunity that could serve as an example for the world
Speaking at the second session of the conference in Istanbul, Bekir Ağırdır said: "We cannot build the future by competing over who has suffered more." Serhun Al, meanwhile, said that the process Turkey is going through is "an opportunity that could serve as an example for the world."
Democratic Transformation of the Republic: A new social contract is needed
At the first session of the "Conference on the Democratic Transformation of the Republic" held in Istanbul, it was emphasized that "a new social contract is needed" so that the problems of the past century are not repeated.
Party Chairs send message to the conference in Istanbul
CHP’s elected Chair Özgür Özel, Future Party Chair Ahmet Davutoğlu, and DEVA Party Chair Ali Babacan expressed their support for the efforts aiming for the democratization of Turkey.
DEM Party Co-Chairs: The Republic must take on an inclusive and libertarian character
Tülay Hatimoğulları and Tuncer Bakırhan stated, “Our demand is for the Republic to acquire a pluralistic rather than monist character, an inclusive rather than exclusionary character, and a libertarian rather than security-oriented character.”
Conference on the Democratic Transformation of the Republic: Call for a new democracy movement
Speaking at the conference in Istanbul, Gültan Kışanak said: "Democratic transformation has become as vital a necessity as bread and water." Rıza Türmen, calling for "a new democracy movement," emphasized that the Kurds must be the founding will of the republic.
DBP takes to the field: We are building the word of peace with the people
Under the slogan "We Are Building the Word of Peace with the People," the DBP will spend a month listening to the public village by village, street by street, seeking solutions to problems.
'Conference on the Democratic Transformation of the Republic' begins
The "Conference on the Democratic Transformation of the Republic in the Second Century," which will continue for two days in Istanbul, has begun.
Wan Bar Association applies to meet Öcalan
The Wan (Van) Bar Association has applied to the Ministry of Justice to meet with Abdullah Öcalan.
MAF-DAD Co-Chair: A legal framework covering all consequences of the conflict must be established
Emphasizing that the legal framework must also be of a nature that covers all consequences MAF-DAD Co-Chair Heike Geisweid stated, "The process must serve as a starting point for the participation of those affected by the conflict in democratic politics and life."
Karayılan: If Leader Apo remains in prison, this process will not develop
Stating that the first condition for peace to be achieved between the Kurdish people and the Turkish state is the freedom of Abdullah Öcalan, Murat Karayılan said: "It is quite clear that if Leader Apo remains in prison, this process will not develop."
Qamişlo-Nisêbîn border crossing to open
It was stated that the Nisêbîn Border Crossing will open next week.
CoE CM rules on Figen Yüksekdağ, Demirtaş and Kavala: Must be released immediately
The CoE CM examined the ECHR's rulings on Demirtaş and Kavala at its meeting held between 9-11 June. It reiterated its call for the immediate release of Demirtaş, Figen Yüksekdağ and Kavala.
