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Left Party MP says Germany should trigger OPCW investigation into 'chemical attack' claims

Left Party MP says Germany should trigger OPCW investigation into 'chemical attack' claims

Citing an IPPNW report, Gökay Akbulut has said the OPCW should investigate the allegations that Türkiye used chemical weapons against the PKK.

4 November 2022

Iraq hands protest note to Turkey's ambassador over 'Operation Claw-Lock'

Iraq hands protest note to Turkey's ambassador over 'Operation Claw-Lock'

Ambassador Güney has been given a "strongly worded letter," according to reports in the Iraq media.

Shepherds 'not allowed to pasture animals' due to military operation into KRG

Shepherds 'not allowed to pasture animals' due to military operation into KRG

Turkey launched a new military operation against the PKK in Iraq's Kurdistan Region. Shepherds near Mount Cudi are reportedly kept waiting with thousands of animals.

Iraq's president says Turkey's offensive into KRG 'a threat to our national security'

Iraq's president says Turkey's offensive into KRG 'a threat to our national security'

"These attacks were carried out despite our warnings. We have previously called for these attacks to be stopped," President Salih has said.

Turkey launches new military operation into Iraq's Kurdistan Region

Turkey launches new military operation into Iraq's Kurdistan Region

The "Operation Claw-Lock" is the latest in a series of cross-border operations Turkey has carried out since May 2019.

‘Claw’ operations: Four soldiers lost their lives in Iraq’s KRG in two days

‘Claw’ operations: Four soldiers lost their lives in Iraq’s KRG in two days

A military bases in Iraq's north was targeted by PKK members, the Defense Ministry has said.

Opposition deputy questions government's silence on PKK claims

Opposition deputy questions government's silence on PKK claims

KCK leader Karayılan claimed last week that Turkey wanted to make the PKK and the Peshmarga fight each other.

Turkey continues new military operation in Iraq's Kurdistan region, one solider loses his life

Turkey continues new military operation in Iraq's Kurdistan region, one solider loses his life

The Turkish Armed Forces on April 23 launched a new operation as part of the "Claw Operations" targeting the PKK.

Erdoğan's communications director targets HDP over killings of security personnel in Iraq

Erdoğan's communications director targets HDP over killings of security personnel in Iraq

"No one can clean the bloodshed and tears they caused by maligning HDP," the party has said in response to accusations.

16 February 2021

Investigation against HDP MPs Kaya and Gergerlioğlu over ‘Gare’ posts

DEATH OF 13 SOLDIERS, POLICE OFFICERS

Investigation against HDP MPs Kaya and Gergerlioğlu over ‘Gare’ posts

While the prosecutor’s office has launched an investigation into the social media posts about the 13 soldiers and police officers who died during a military operation in northern Iraq, the HDP has released a statement about the losses of life.

15 February 2021

Defense minister: Soldiers found bodies of 13 people held by PKK in Iraqi Kurdistan

Defense minister: Soldiers found bodies of 13 people held by PKK in Iraqi Kurdistan

Turkey has completed a four-day military operation in the territory of the Kurdistan Regional Government in northern Iraq, Akar has said.

14 February 2021

Two soldiers killed in Northern Iraq

Two soldiers killed in Northern Iraq

The Turkish Armed Forces launched the "Operation Claw-Eagle" in Iraq's Kurdistan Region on June 17.

18 September 2020

Turkey carries out dozens of airstrikes in Iraq's Kurdistan region

Turkey carries out dozens of airstrikes in Iraq's Kurdistan region

Fighter jets launching from southeastern Turkey at midnight bombed several areas in northern Iraq, including Shingal and Qandil mountains.

Aerial Operation On Qandil

Aerial Operation On Qandil

The General Staff has announced that aerial operation has been launched on PKK camps in northern Iraq ibn Barzani territory and 67 PKK members have been killed. PKK sources have made no statement so far.

Turkish Army Bombs Zergele Village in Northern Iraq

Turkish Army Bombs Zergele Village in Northern Iraq

Turkish Armed Forces bombed Zergele Village in northern Iraq. 10 civilians died while at least 15 people are wounded. KCK, DTK and Masoud Barzani reacted to the bombing.

Turkish Army: "90-100 PKK Members Killed"

AERIAL STRIKES

Turkish Army: "90-100 PKK Members Killed"

The General Staff Presidency announced on its website that "90 to 100" PKK members were killed during the aerial strikes carried out during the past seven days in Northern Iraq.

Kurdish Journalist Omar Arrested in Iraq

Reporters without Borders has reported that Kurdish Journalist Surwan Omar was arrested on 17 March because he wrote an article about the abuse of authority.

Kurdish Women Deputies of Turkey Move Against The Polygamy Law In Northern Iraq

The women deputies of the Democratic Society Party (DTP) take a stand against the polygamy law passed by the Northern Iraq Kurdish Parliament, although the Kurdish deputies in the northern Iraq claim that the new law makes life easier for the women.

16 December 2008 Emine Özcan

Turkish Armed Forces Hits 16 Targets In Northern Iraq

The Turkish Armed Forces hit 16 PKK targets in the Kandil region in Northern Iraq. According to the news agencies located in Northern Iraq, the fighter planes hit six villages.

26 September 2008

Celebrity Sued For “Alienating People From Military Service”

In a TV show during the Northern Iraq military operation, the famous singer Ersoy demanded “solution instead of death” and Bakırköy Public Prosecutor sues her for “alienating people from military service.”

Cheney in Turkey: No Soldier Demands for Afghanistan

As part of his Middle East tour, US Vice President Dick Cheney visited Ankara and Istanbul on Monday.

25 March 2008 Erhan Üstündağ

20th Anniversary of Halabja Massacre under Saddam

20th Anniversary of Halabja Massacre under Saddam

There have been memorial events of the Halabja Massacre in 1988, in which Saddam Hussein ordered the massacre of thousands of Kurds in Northern Iraq.

19 March 2008 Erhan Üstündağ

IHD Activists Call for “Peace” in Many Languages

On Wednesday, the peace commission of the Istanbul branch of the Human Rights Association staged a protest for peace and a solution to the Kurdish question in Taksim.

6 March 2008 Emine Özcan

Anti-War Voices Getting Louder

Parties and organisations of the left have condemned the operations and are calling for peace.

3 March 2008 Erhan Üstündağ

Anti-Operations March in Istanbul Stopped by Police

Hundreds of protesters joined the DTP press statement at Galatasaray Square in central Istanbul, but the police intervened in the ensuing march with tear gas, water cannons and shots fired in the air.

3 March 2008 Erol Önderoğlu

General Staff Confirms End of Ground Operations

General Staff Confirms End of Ground Operations

The General Staff has announced that ground operations in Northern Iraq have ended. 240 PKK militants are said to have been killed, as well as 24 soldiers and 3 village guards.

29 February 2008 Tolga Korkut

254 Deaths Since Ground Operations Started

In the last six days, so the General Staff, 24 soldiers and 230 PKK militants have been killed. Iraqis are fleeing their villages. Turkish human rights activists are starting a peace vigil.

28 February 2008 Tolga Korkut

Nationalist Uproar at Singer’s Anti-War Stance

Nationalist Uproar at Singer’s Anti-War Stance

Singer Bülent Ersoy’s courageous anti-war utterances on live TV have provoked a nationalist backlash and an investigation.

27 February 2008 A. Nilüfer Zengin Kürkçü,Gökçe Gündüç,Anna Çeliker

Military Operations Provoke Violence and Do Not Solve Kurdish Issue

DTP politicians have called for an end to operations and violence in general. Journalist Akad criticises the mainstream media for misleading the public.

26 February 2008 A. Nilüfer Zengin Kürkçü,Emine Özcan

Iraq Calls on Turkey to Withdraw Soldiers

Iraq Calls on Turkey to Withdraw Soldiers

The Iraqi government has demanded that Turkish soldiers be withdrawn from Northern Iraq. US Secretary of Defense Gates has called on a “dialogue with the Kurds which would strengthen effect of military operations.”

25 February 2008 A. Nilüfer Zengin Kürkçü

Official Records: 15 Soldiers and 112 PKK Members Killed in Ground and Air Operations

Official Records: 15 Soldiers and 112 PKK Members Killed in Ground and Air Operations

The General Staff has announced that ground operations in Northern Iraq are continuing and that 15 soldiers and 112 PKK militants have been killed in the first three days.

25 February 2008 Tolga Korkut,A. Nilüfer Zengin Kürkçü

Turkey Starts Ground and Air Operations in Northern Iraq

Turkey Starts Ground and Air Operations in Northern Iraq

The General Staff has confirmed that the Turkish Armed Forces carried out air operations and sent soldiers into Northern Iraq on 21 February. Iraq is calling for respect for its borders and a non-military solution.

22 February 2008 A. Nilüfer Zengin Kürkçü

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