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‘Those Seeing Kurds as “Easy to Deceive Simpletons” Have Always Been Mistaken’

‘Those Seeing Kurds as “Easy to Deceive Simpletons” Have Always Been Mistaken’

Answering the questions of daily Yeni Yaşam ahead of İstanbul elections, former HDP Co-Chair Demirtaş said, “HDP voters will go to ballot box with stronger determination. Those seeing Kurds as ‘easy to deceive simpletons’ have always been mistaken.”

RSF: Economy Reporters Harassed in Turkey

RSF: Economy Reporters Harassed in Turkey

RSF Turkey representative Önderoğlu has said, "Turkey has nothing to gain by burying its head in the sand," on the lawsuits against three reporters because of their articles.

Erdoğan: There is a Power Struggle Between Demirtaş and Öcalan

Erdoğan: There is a Power Struggle Between Demirtaş and Öcalan

The President has said that the PKK leader called for neutrality in the İstanbul repeat elections and believes that former HDP Chair Demirtaş betrayed him.

Öcalan’s Lawyers Share the Details of Their Meeting with Öcalan and His Messages

Öcalan’s Lawyers Share the Details of Their Meeting with Öcalan and His Messages

Having met with PKK leader Abdullah Öcalan in İmralı Prison on June 18, his lawyers have stated that Öcalan recommended the HDP to choose the third way and said that the HDP will make its own decisions as a political party.

İHD: The Two Admission and Refuge Centers Have a Capacity of Only 150 People

İHD: The Two Admission and Refuge Centers Have a Capacity of Only 150 People

However, the number of people who applied for international protection in Turkey is close to one million, the Human Rights Association said in a press conference on the occasion of World Refugee Day.

21 June 2019 Hikmet Adal

State-run Anadolu Agency: Öcalan Calls HDP to Remain Neutral in İstanbul Elections

State-run Anadolu Agency: Öcalan Calls HDP to Remain Neutral in İstanbul Elections

The state-run Anadolu Agency has alleged that sending a letter via Ali Kemal Özcan, jailed PKK leader Öcalan has made a call to the HDP to remain neutral in the İstanbul repeat elections on June 23. HDP and KCK have made statements about the issue.

‘Language in the Context of Multiculturalism and Diversity in Newsroom’ Discussed

‘Language in the Context of Multiculturalism and Diversity in Newsroom’ Discussed

Journalists Bilge Erkasap, Bildirici, Kardeşoğlu, Aydın and communication’s expert Ersan have discussed multiculturalism and diversity in the newsroom in a panel by IPS Communication Foundation and Bilgi University’s Study Group on Cultures of Turkey.

21 June 2019 Evrim Kepenek

Historical Seminary and Church in Trabzon Abandoned to Decay

Historical Seminary and Church in Trabzon Abandoned to Decay

An application has been submitted to the Ministry of Culture and Tourism, requesting that the historical seminary and church in Sürmene in Turkey’s Black Sea province of Trabzon be taken under protection by the ministry.

Erdoğan to Foreign Media: We Expect You to Chase the Truth

Erdoğan to Foreign Media: We Expect You to Chase the Truth

Speaking to foreign media, Erdoğan has said, "In an era where the perception prevails over the facts, we expect you to chase the truth."

Journalist Coşkun Acquitted of 'Insulting President'

Journalist Coşkun Acquitted of 'Insulting President'

Canan Coşkun was on trial for her article titled, "Erdoğan Ordered, Journalists Arrested."

'This Disaster Would Not Happen Had Nature Not Been Touched'

'This Disaster Would Not Happen Had Nature Not Been Touched'

Metallurgical engineer Cemalettin Küçük has evaluated the flood that happened near a hydroelectric water plant and claimed seven lives in the Black Sea province of Trabzon.

20 June 2019 Tansu Pişkin

Petition for Academic for Peace Altınel

Petition for Academic for Peace Altınel

Students and graduates from Galatasaray High School have launched a petition for Assoc. Prof. Altınel who is under arrest on terrorism charges.

Constitutional Court Rules for 5 Thousand liras of Compensation for One-Day Unjust Detention

Constitutional Court Rules for 5 Thousand liras of Compensation for One-Day Unjust Detention

The top court has ruled that the 150 liras of compensation a child received for being unjustly detained is too low and increased the compensation to 5 thousand liras.

20 June 2019 Ayça Söylemez

World Medical Association Delivers Open Letter in Support of Doctors in Turkey

World Medical Association Delivers Open Letter in Support of Doctors in Turkey

Doctors from the Turkish Medical Association (TTB) were given prison terms for their declaration titled, "War is a Public Health Problem."

Police Officer Who Shot Hantaş Released Despite 'Strong Doubt'

Police Officer Who Shot Hantaş Released Despite 'Strong Doubt'

The officer was under arrest because of "strong doubt of crime" after he shot the 20-year-old dead in Diyarbakır in April.

Police Raid People's Law Bureau

Police Raid People's Law Bureau

Four attorneys, one secretary and two other people have been detained.

'Love Wins': Court Suspends İzmir Pride Week Ban

'Love Wins': Court Suspends İzmir Pride Week Ban

While the ban has been suspended, the final verdict on the "Bondage Workshop" and "Sex Toys Workshop" will be made tomorrow.

Police Officer Fined to Pay 19 Thousand Liras for Killing Two Siblings

Police Officer Fined to Pay 19 Thousand Liras for Killing Two Siblings

Police officer Ö.Y. crashed into a home while driving an armored vehicle in the southeastern province of Şırnak in 2017, killing two children.

Avesta Publishing Deposes to Anti-Terror Branch

Avesta Publishing Deposes to Anti-Terror Branch

The İstanbul Chief Public Prosecutor’s Office has launched an investigation against Avesta Publishing and its editor Abdullah Keskin due to their messages on social media.

19 June 2019 Murat Bayram

Minister Pakdemirli: Hydroelectric Power Plant Has Fallen Victim to Flood

Minister Pakdemirli: Hydroelectric Power Plant Has Fallen Victim to Flood

Seven people have lost their lives after a water pipe blasted in a hydroelectric power plant in Trabzon. “The hydroelectric power plant has fallen victim to the flood. In other words, it is a completely natural incident”, Minister Pakdemirli has commented.

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Attack Killed Four Family Members in Urfa on Parliamentary Agenda

Attack Killed Four Family Members in Urfa on Parliamentary Agenda

Four people were killed in an armed attack after a land dispute in the southeastern province.

Presiding Judge: Why Didn’t You Make a Call to Terrorist Organization?

Presiding Judge: Why Didn’t You Make a Call to Terrorist Organization?

Two Academics for Peace have had their hearings at two courts. Presenting her statement of defense at the İstanbul 32nd Heavy Penal Court, Hazal Halavut has been asked by the Presiding Judge, “Why didn’t you make a call to the terrorist organization?”

'Don’t Let Mersin Become Chernobyl'

'Don’t Let Mersin Become Chernobyl'

Holding a statement for the press in Parliament regarding the Akkuyu Nuclear Power Plant under construction in Mersin, CHP Mersin MP Alpay Antmen has shown the poster of Chernobyl TV series and said, “Don’t let Mersin become Chernobyl.”

HDP: 'Nation's Garden' in Diyarbakır Demolishes History

HDP: 'Nation's Garden' in Diyarbakır Demolishes History

HDP MP Paylan has submitted a parliamentary question, saying that the "nation's garden" project in Diyarbakır damages the city's cultural heritage, namely the city walls and the Hevsel Gardens.

Moderator of Yıldırım-İmamoğlu Debate: We Will File a Lawsuit Against the Marmara Hotel

Moderator of Yıldırım-İmamoğlu Debate: We Will File a Lawsuit Against the Marmara Hotel

İsmail Küçükkaya, the moderator of Yıldırım-İmamoğlu live TV debate, has announced that Fox TV will file a lawsuit against the Marmara Hotel, which leaked the security camera footage on a meeting held by Küçükkaya and İmamoğlu before the debate.

Moody's Downgrades 18 Banks in Turkey

Moody's Downgrades 18 Banks in Turkey

The agency also downgraded Turkey's bond rating on Friday.

Non-Pecuniary Damages to be Paid to Woman Battered by Police When Pregnant

Non-Pecuniary Damages to be Paid to Woman Battered by Police When Pregnant

The Constitutional Court has announced its justified ruling regarding a woman who had a miscarriage due to police violence during a protest. The court has ruled that non-pecuniary damages of 17 thousand 500 TRY shall be paid to her.

19 June 2019 Ayça Söylemez

HRW on Gezi Trial: Charges Should be Dropped, Kavala, Aksakoğlu Should be Freed

HRW on Gezi Trial: Charges Should be Dropped, Kavala, Aksakoğlu Should be Freed

The prosecutor has provided absolutely no credible evidence of any criminal activity in the hundreds of intercepted phone calls, financial reports, travel records, and other material," the HRW said ahead of the first hearing of the trial.

Court to Await Constitutional Court Ruling on Academics for Peace

Court to Await Constitutional Court Ruling on Academics for Peace

Upon the request of lawyer Eyüboğlu, the court has ruled that the Constitutional Court ruling on Academics for Peace shall be awaited till a verdict is given for three academics. One academic has also been given a deferred prison sentence of 15 months.

19 June 2019 Tansu Pişkin

Three Dead, Four Missing After Water Pipe Explosion at Hydroelectric Power Plant

Three Dead, Four Missing After Water Pipe Explosion at Hydroelectric Power Plant

A water pipe has exploded in a hydroelectric power plant in the Black Sea province of Trabzon, causing floods in the area.

CHP Chair Kılıçdaroğlu: We Will Receive Certificate of Election Once Again

CHP Chair Kılıçdaroğlu: We Will Receive Certificate of Election Once Again

Speaking at the weekly group meeting of his party, main opposition CHP Chair Kemal Kılıçdaroğlu has said, “We will receive the certificate of election once again. We will put our hands on our hearts and cast our votes.”

Governor of İstanbul Rejects Pride March Application

Governor of İstanbul Rejects Pride March Application

When the LGBTİ+ said they want to hold events in another place than Taksim, they were told by the Deputy Governor that they are a cause of "social concern" regarding all open-air events.