According to the statement of a fellow detainee of torture victim Çeber, other detainees were threatened with violence, too.

On Sunday, there were repeat elections in 7 districts and 23 towns because the previous results had been contested.

Diyarbakır Chamber of Commerce and Industry chair Ensarioğlu explains. He thinks an unconditional amnesty for rebel PKK members is a must but seperatist demands should also be out of agenda.

YKP met with Turkish socialist party members in Istanbul. Demilitarization of the island and an end to Turkish occupation is common ground for socialists on both sides.

Speaking at a conference, DTP MP Tuğluk argued that a state representative talking to imprisoned PKK leader Öcalan could lead to fast progress.

A Gaziantep court has acquitted journalist Yetişgen of violating an old law concerning the exclusive use of the Turkish alphabet.

The 219th protest against disappearances has called for the trial of coup leader retired General Kenan Evren. Protests also took place in Diyarbakır.

Following an Alevi workshop organised by the government, organisations have for the first time agreed to lobby on five issues.

Milliyet journalist Şener, who has written a book concerned about the murder of journalist Hrant Dink, faces up to 28 years imprisonment. Police officers have filed complaints against him.

At a panel discussing the denial of an Armenian "genocide", a Turkish consulate official reiterated the argument that Armenians were deported for treason.

bianet is participating in a forum organised by Deutsche Welle to discuss global media and its challenges.

The PM claims that his "Incentive and Employment Package" will create 500,000 jobs. Twelve sectors are being targeted, and tax reductions may continue.

The folk group Kardeş Türküler has sung in support for the many children in prison for alleged membership in a terrorist organisation.

Around 100 trade unionists staged a sit-down protest in Galatasaray, Istanbul.

Casey-Maslen from Landmine Monitor explains how Turkey and other countries should proceed in landmine clearance.

The Bar Association and the Medical Association of Şırnak want an unlimited ceasefire and government steps towards peace.

On Sunday, thousands of women called for peace in Diyarbakır. Participants Yurdalan and Baykal told bianet their impressions.

Nil Demirkazık has been sentenced for spreading PKK propaganda.

According to a three-monthly report by the Social Rights Association, there have been more violations of social rights. Trade union membership has led to dismissals.

Steve Goose from HRW believes that NGOs are effective in mine clearing programmes. He calls on Turkey to remember the victims of mines.