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Constitutional Schemes on Dressing Alarm Women

Women NGOs protest against government schemes for new legislation on dressing to impose restrictions justified with "general morality".

25 January 2008 Erhan Üstündağ

Women Don’t Want Militarism

Following General Büyükanit’s approval of a flag made from the blood of school children, 418 women have signed a statement condemning militarism and nationalism.

24 January 2008 Erhan Üstündağ

Headscarf Problem Caused by State Monopoly on Religion

Prof. Dr. Sancar pointed out that the religious authorities in Turkey were civil servants employed by the state.

17 January 2008 Gökçe Gündüç

"Flag of Blood" Inspired by Biology Class

The biology curriculum includes an experiment where pupils determine their blood group. Health activist Sütlas has criticised the dangers of such projects.

17 January 2008 Gökçe Gündüç

Solve the Problem of Street Children

Kulca, president of the Hope Children’s Association, spoke on Yön Radio: “The problem of children being pushed into the streets could be solved within a year.”

16 January 2008 Emel Kılıç

"Büyükanit Spreads Militarism Among Children"

"Büyükanit Spreads Militarism Among Children"

Turkey's military chief General Yasar Büyükanit faces criticism by psychologists and peace activists for publicising of a group of children who painted an image of a Turkish flag from their own blood.

13 January 2008 Gökçe Gündüç

"The Government Could Prevent Child Marriage"

Lawyer Asma claims that the judiciary does not protect exploited children, but their families: "The family who forced their child to marry should have been tried under Article 233; the punishment was insufficient."

10 January 2008 Gökçe Gündüç

Sixth Death After Bombing

The Diyarbakir bombing of 3 January has claimed a sixth life, that of 17-year old Engin Taskaya.

9 January 2008 A. Nilüfer Zengin Kürkçü

Diyarbakir NGOs: No Surrender to Violence

Diyarbakir NGOs: No Surrender to Violence

Around fifty NGOs from Diyarbakir, the scene to a deadly blast last week, expressed determination to stop violence. "Violence and savagery must never be used as methods to try to solve problems" they said.

6 January 2008 A. Nilüfer Zengin Kürkçü

A Lesson in Loss in Cyprus

35 Cypriot Greeks and Turks joined a workshop "Creating Empathy - Loss", in which they learned about the pain of families who had lost relatives.

24 December 2007 Tolga Korkut

Earthquake in Ankara

The Bala district of Ankara province experienced an earthquake on Thursday, the first day of the Feast of Sacrifice.

24 December 2007 A. Nilüfer Zengin Kürkçü

Seasonal Labour Affects Children’s Schooling

A study by the Egitim-Sen trade union has found that one out of five children starts school late in areas where seasonal labour is common.

19 December 2007 Gökçe Gündüç

Family Says "Cover", School Says "Take off the Headscarf"

As the government, the opposition and families continue to struggle for power over children's bodies, education expert Aydoganoglu warns that the children's self-confidence is destroyed.

19 December 2007 Gökçe Gündüç

10th TÜRSAK Cinema Festival

From 18 to 20 December, TÜRSAK shows international films in Istanbul. The theme this year is "Overcoming Borders".

18 December 2007 Gökçe Gündüç

State Connection in Malatya Murders?

State Connection in Malatya Murders?

Disturbing connections between the murder suspects in the Malatya murders and the military and the state have emerged after the first hearing of the case.

5 December 2007 Erol Önderoğlu

Plane Crash Near Isparta: 57 Dead

Plane Crash Near Isparta: 57 Dead

An Atlasjet plane travelling from Istanbul to Isparta crashed before being able to land. The 50 passengers and 7 crew members are dead.

30 November 2007

Büyükanit and Erdogan Meet to Discuss Operations

Prime Minister Erdogan and Chief of General Staff Büyükanit have met in order to talk about developments concerning possible cross-border operations.

23 November 2007 A. Nilüfer Zengin Kürkçü

Baykal Calls for "Neighbourly Relations" with Iraq

Baykal Calls for "Neighbourly Relations" with Iraq

Baykal said, "If we have brotherly relations with Iraq, Iraq will behave more responsibly on the issue of exporting terrorism; it will feel the need to behave like a good neighbour."

12 November 2007 A. Nilüfer Zengin Kürkçü

PKK Attack: 1 Soldier, 3 PKK Militants Dead

The PKK attacked a gendarmerie station in Tunceli. One sergeant and three PKK members were killed.

7 November 2007

Judges and Prosecutors Criticise Prime Minister

The Union of Judges and Prosecutors has condemned Erdogan’s criticism of the State Council’s decision to stop a broadcasting ban on the Hakkari/Daglica attack.

7 November 2007 Erol Önderoğlu

IHD: Be Happy About Hostage Release!

IHD: Be Happy About Hostage Release!

Hüsnü Öndül of the IHD has condemned the public statements of some ministers who have marred the happy occasion of the release of eight soldier hostages.

7 November 2007 Gökçe Gündüç

Prosecution Investigates Delegation Freeing Hostages

The prosecution has begun an investigation of the three DTP MPs involved in the freeing of eight soldier hostages.

6 November 2007 Tolga Korkut

White House Signals “Yellow Light”

White House Signals “Yellow Light”

Erdogan and Bush have agreed on exchange of intelligence. Erdogan has ruled out extensive military operations, while Bush seems to have accepted limited incursions.

6 November 2007 Ertuğrul Kürkçü

Rice and Babacan: PKK is "Common Enemy"

In a joint press briefing, Rice and Babacan outlined their vision for collaboration on the fight against "PKK terrorism". Rice wants Iraq involved.

5 November 2007 Gökçe Gündüç

Peace Rally in Ankara

At a rally organised by KESK, TMMOB and TTB, forty thousand people called for peace and protested against planned cross-border operations.

5 November 2007 Ertuğrul Kürkçü

Eight Hostage Soldiers Released

Eight Hostage Soldiers Released

The eight soldiers taken hostage after a PKK attack in Daglica, Hakkari, on 21 October, have been released. They were handed over to a delegation from Turkey.

5 November 2007 Ertuğrul Kürkçü

DTP Congress: "Democratic Autonomy"

A "Democratic Society Congress" organised by the DTP in Diyarbakir from 26 to 28 October has called for "democratic autonomy" and has condemned military operations.

31 October 2007 A. Nilüfer Zengin Kürkçü

Battles in Southeast: 4 Soldiers, 17 PKK Militants Dead

Military operations in the Southeast are continuing with thousands of soldiers and air support involved.

30 October 2007 A. Nilüfer Zengin Kürkçü

Barzani Wants Direct Talks with Ankara

Barzani Wants Direct Talks with Ankara

Kurdish Regional President Mesud Barzani has said that he wants to discuss the PKK presence in Northern Iraq with Ankara directly.

30 October 2007 Tolga Korkut

Army Will Wait for Erdogan's Return from USA

Army Will Wait for Erdogan's Return from USA

It appears that army and politicians are both expecting greater clarity on the issue of cross-border operations after Erdogan has spoken to American President George Bush during his upcoming trip to the USA.

29 October 2007 Tolga Korkut

Operations in Tunceli: 1 Soldier, 15 PKK Militants Dead

Operations in Tunceli: 1 Soldier, 15 PKK Militants Dead

During operations in the province of Tunceli on Sunday, 15 PKK militants and one sergeant were killed.

29 October 2007 A. Nilüfer Zengin Kürkçü

Fascist Lynching Attempts in Bursa

Fascist Lynching Attempts in Bursa

According to the IHD in Bursa, Kurdish citizens have become the targets of attacks since 12 soldiers in Hakkari were killed on Sunday. At least six people have been injured.

26 October 2007 Tolga Korkut