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Zerrin Kurtoğlu

A call for justice and accountability for the Academics for Peace

A call for justice and accountability for the Academics for Peace

In order to escape this legal absurdity, we need broader solidarity, the assurance that courts will not exceed their powers and responsibilities, and in short, the recognition of the rule of law! It does not seem possible for this to be achieved solely through our own efforts.

8 January 2026 Zerrin Kurtoğlu

DEM deputies protest attacks on Kurdish neighborhoods in Aleppo

DEM deputies protest attacks on Kurdish neighborhoods in Aleppo

Protests were held at Parliament and several Kurdish cities as clahes continue in Syria.

Turkey signals military intervention against Kurdish forces amid Syria clashes

Turkey signals military intervention against Kurdish forces amid Syria clashes

Tens of thousands of people have been displaced as the clashes continue on the third day.

'Without protecting soil, we cannot safeguard water, food, or justice’

'Without protecting soil, we cannot safeguard water, food, or justice’

At the launch of the Heinrich Böll Stiftung’s updated Soil Atlas 2025, experts highlighted growing soil degradation, rapid urbanization, and the uncertain future of agriculture in Turkey, calling for urgent action to protect the country’s most vital resource.

8 January 2026 Cemre Nayir

Journalist Perihan Kaya receives prison sentence for 'terrorist propaganda'

Journalist Perihan Kaya receives prison sentence for 'terrorist propaganda'

Kaya, who resides abroad, was put on trial due to her social media messages.

Ayşegül Başar

‘Wells of isolation’: Prisoners allege severe abuse in 'maximum-security' prisons

‘Wells of isolation’: Prisoners allege severe abuse in 'maximum-security' prisons

High-security prisons introduced in recent years in Turkey fail to meet Mandela Rules on prisoners’ right to sunlight and fresh air, according to human rights advocates.

7 January 2026 Ayşegül Başar

Men killed 28 women in December

MALE VIOLENCE MONITORING REPORT

Men killed 28 women in December

Men injured at least 51 women and abused 59 girls and boys in December.

7 January 2026 Evrim Kepenek

Irfan Kovankaya

Turkish capital marches for Palestine but trades with Israel

Turkish capital marches for Palestine but trades with Israel

Simply put, if the goal is to actually end genocide, the AKP and those close to it should spend their time legislating instead of parading, at least until Israeli ships stop docking at Turkish ports.

7 January 2026 Irfan Kovankaya

Minister: Turkey to restrict social media access for children under 15

Minister: Turkey to restrict social media access for children under 15

“We must not allow social media platforms to treat our children as commercial commodities,” said the family and social services minister.

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Demirtaş sentenced to prison for ‘insulting the president’

Demirtaş sentenced to prison for ‘insulting the president’

The pro-Kurdish DEM Party has condemned the verdict, asserting that such rulings "create serious obstacles" to the peace process.

Epiphany marked with cross retrieval ceremony in İstanbul's Golden Horn

Epiphany marked with cross retrieval ceremony in İstanbul's Golden Horn

The ceremony, held to mark the anniversary of the birth and baptism of Jesus Christ according to the Christian faith, drew public interest.

Dozens detained in money laundering probe centered on İstanbul’s Grand Bazaar

Dozens detained in money laundering probe centered on İstanbul’s Grand Bazaar

"Ongoing investigations have revealed that money obtained through Forex fraud, cyber scams, and illegal online betting sites was funneled into the legal banking system via shell companies and personal bank accounts," prosecutors said.

Ankara investigates alleged beating to death of stray dog by municipal employees

Ankara investigates alleged beating to death of stray dog by municipal employees

A dog taken care of locals were allegedly beaten to death by municipal employees at a metro station.

Prosecutor seeks up to 10 years in prison for journalists over contributions to pro-Kurdish publications

Prosecutor seeks up to 10 years in prison for journalists over contributions to pro-Kurdish publications

Seven individuals are standing trial due to their work published on two outlets.

Sinem Aydınlı

Unchanging structure, deepening political control in Turkey's media ownership

Unchanging structure, deepening political control in Turkey's media ownership

"The media has not been a profitable sector for a long time. From now on, those who enter this field will do so to achieve the political and ideological goals," says Prof. Yeşil.

5 January 2026 Sinem Aydınlı

Turkey’s annual inflation at 30.89% in December, housing costs up nearly 50%

Turkey’s annual inflation at 30.89% in December, housing costs up nearly 50%

Among the three main expenditure groups with the highest weight in the CPI basket, food and non-alcoholic beverages saw a 28.31% annual increase. Transportation costs rose by 28.44%, while housing expenses jumped by 49.45%.

Kurdish-language daycare in Van renamed once again

Kurdish-language daycare in Van renamed once again

The Kurdish word "Perperok" was removed from the daycare center's name.

Gezi trial convict Tayfun Kahraman hospitalized after multiple sclerosis attack

Gezi trial convict Tayfun Kahraman hospitalized after multiple sclerosis attack

“The patient was hospitalized with a preliminary diagnosis of MS attack due to the detection of hypoesthesia and paresis in the lower left extremity during his recent examination,” said an official report.

Twenty-six ISIS suspects arrested after deadly clash in Yalova

Twenty-six ISIS suspects arrested after deadly clash in Yalova

Three police officers were killed during a raid on an ISIS cell.

Ministry extends trustee’s mandate in Mardin despite acquittal of elected mayor

Ministry extends trustee’s mandate in Mardin despite acquittal of elected mayor

Following Ahmet Türk's acquittal in October, there had been expectations he would be reinstated.

Director Seren Yüce hospitalized after armed attack at İstanbul home

Director Seren Yüce hospitalized after armed attack at İstanbul home

The assailant, reportedly wearing a helmet, rang the doorbell of Yüce's home and opened fire after he answered the door.

30 December 2025

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