Norman Paech: Parliament has no meaningful role in the process
Professor of Law Norman Paech said the framework bill was inadequate in its current form, also criticizing the lack of a greater role for Parliament in the process.
Trees planted for Abdullah Öcalan: The fruit and shade belong to us all
Peace Mother Amine Engüdar said they had planted trees 15 years ago for Abdullah Öcalan and had since tended the garden, hoping to see him free. Amine Engüdar said: “This is his and the people’s garden. The fruit is ours, the shade is ours. If our Leader is ever free, we want him to come here first.”
Movement Leadership: The law can only be implemented if it is led by Rêber Apo
In a statement on the bill submitted to Parliament, the Movement’s Leadership said the draft contained serious flaws and shortcomings, adding: “Unless Rêber Apo is able to live and work freely and coordinate this committee, many of the provisions set out in the law will not implemented.”
Iranian pensioners take to the streets: War and negotiations are excuses; our poverty is real
Pensioners took to the streets in several cities across Iran to protest poverty and inflation.
Framework bill to go before Parliament’s General Assembly tomorrow
The bill prepared as part of the Peace and Democratic Society Process and approved by a majority vote in Parliament’s Justice Committee will be put before the General Assembly tomorrow.
‘We will honor Ekin Wan at the site where her body was displayed’
Elif Çetinbaş, who was among those who went to retrieve the body of YJA-Star member Kevser Eltürk during the period when her body was publicly displayed, said: “They tried to send a message to women through what was done to Ekin Wan. We will protest at the very place where her body was publicly displayed.”
Trial date set for Paris Massacre case
William Malet, who massacred Mîr Perwer, Evîn Goyî and Abdurrahman Kızıl in Paris in 2022, will stand trial on charges of “murder and attempted murder on grounds of origin, ethnicity or religion.”
Maxmur People’s Council Co-chair: Whatever law is passed, we will follow our Leader’s lead
Hezar Nerexî, co-chair of the Maxmur People’s Council, said the framework law has marked the beginning of a new process, stressing: “Whatever laws are passed, we will follow the calls made by our Leader and the Kurdish freedom movement.”
Italian lawyer Menzione: A broader political and social framework is needed
Italian lawyer Ezio Menzione described the framework bill as a positive step, highlighting Abdullah Öcalan’s role in bringing the process to this stage and stressing the need for a broader political and social framework.
Mother of Deniz Fırat: I want to visit my daughter’s grave
Sultan Yıldıztan, the mother of Deniz Fırat, who was killed in a DAESH attack on Makhmour Camp, said she wanted to visit her daughter’s grave in the Ebex district of Wan. She said, “We want to return to our homeland with dignity.”
Prisoner with a broken foot still denied hospital treatment after 21 days
Aydın Oğuz, a prisoner at Espiye Type L Closed Prison, has been denied hospital treatment for 21 days after breaking his foot.
Prisoner’s mother voices support for the draft law: The process needs to move forward
Speaking about the framework bill, prisoner’s mother Güvercin Aslan said: “Despite its shortcomings, it is a step toward peace. I want to spend the rest of my life with my child. Let us not be made to wait for our children any longer.”
Italian sociologist: Even most complex conflicts can be resolved through mutual recognition
Italian sociologist Mauro Magatti, who supports the Peace and Democratic Society Process, said: “Even the most complex conflicts can be resolved through dialogue, negotiation, and mutual recognition.”
Journalist Avzem: Interim government seeks QSD’s dissolution, Kurds demand constitutional guarantees
Assessing the talks between the SDF and Damascus, journalist Özgür Avzem said the Syrian interim government is pushing for the SDF to dissolve itself, while the Kurds are demanding constitutional guarantees for their language and identity.
‘Framework law’ bill passes the Justice Committee
The “Law on Strengthening National Solidarity and Social Integration” bill submitted to the Parliament’s Justice Committee was approved in its entirety in a vote.
Kanlıbıçak sentenced to prison for killing Kobanê resident Abdî
Hüseyin Kanlıbıçak was sentenced to 22 years and 3 months in prison for the murder of Baran Abdî during a protest in Tarsus against attacks on Rojava.
Justice Commission takes up framework bill
The parliamentary Justice Commission has begun considering the framework bill, titled “Law on Strengthening National Solidarity and Social Integration,” with opening remarks by Commission Chair Cüneyt Yüksel.
Application filed to reopen the Musa Anter case
An application has been filed with the Department for the Investigation of Unsolved Crimes under the Ministry of Justice to reopen the Musa Anter case.
Italian academic Venturini: The process reached this stage as a result of Abdullah Öcalan’s efforts
Italian academic Federico Venturini said that the draft law was an important step in bringing the process onto a legal footing. Emphasizing that this development was the result of Abdullah Öcalan’s sustained efforts to develop a political route beyond war, Venturini drew attention to the “right to hope.”
PJAK Europe Spokesperson: Progress in the process could open a new chapter for Rojhilat
PJAK Europe Diplomacy Spokesperson Zagros Enderyarî said the success of the process in Turkey could create new momentum for debate in Iran. Enderyarî said: “If the process moves forward in a sincere and fair manner, and if the alliance of the six parties in Iranian Kurdistan strengthens its common program, these developments could mark the beginning of a new era for the peaceful resolution of the Kurdish issue across the region.”
Bahar Yalçınkaya jailed with her 15 month old baby after extradition from Switzerland
Bahar Yalçınkaya, extradited to Turkey from the Rückkehrzentrum Oberhalden Finkenried deportation center in Zurich, has been sent to prison with her 15 month old baby.
Formerly listed as wanted in Turkey, appointed division commander in Syria
Ömer Muhammed Çiftçi, formerly on Turkey’s most wanted list, has been appointed commander of the 62nd Division in Syria.
Journalist Şukrî remains in prison despite amnesty
Journalist Qareman Şukrî has been kept in prison for two years despite being granted amnesty.
32-year ill prisoner told: We won’t release you until you die
Hüseyin Bilecan, a seriously ill prisoner who has been imprisoned for 32 years, said during his latest phone call that he had suffered gastric bleeding. He also said he had been told, “We won’t release you until you die.”
