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How close are we to peace in the Russia-Ukraine war?

PROF. DEITELHOFF COMMENTS

How close are we to peace in the Russia-Ukraine war?

“From several studies we know that peace accords are more stable when women take part in negotiations and implementation,” says Prof. Deitelhoff, the Director of Peace Research Institute Frankfurt in the 11th month of Russia-Ukraine war.

24 January 2023 Selay Dalaklı

Statement by Haftar militia: They plan an attack on our forces

LATEST IN LIBYA

Statement by Haftar militia: They plan an attack on our forces

Libyan National Army (LNA) Spokesperson al-Mismari has defined the ceasefire declared in Libya on August 20 as “media marketing.” He has also claimed that “according to their observations, Turkish warships are heading towards Sirte.”

Ministry of Defense: Movement of Military Units Reduced to Minimum in Syria

Ministry of Defense: Movement of Military Units Reduced to Minimum in Syria

The Ministry of National Defense has announced that the movement of military personnel and units in operation areas in Syria has been reduced to minimum unless absolutely necessary due to coronavirus pandemic.

Global Coronavirus Outbreak and the Need for a Real Peace

PENNED BY OSMAN İŞÇİ

Global Coronavirus Outbreak and the Need for a Real Peace

The fundamental fields of study and work against this global outbreak, especially the second and third categories, suggest a single need: The need to build a real peace.

5 April 2020 Osman İşçi

Erdoğan, Putin to 'Take Decisions to Ease Pressure in Region'

Erdoğan, Putin to 'Take Decisions to Ease Pressure in Region'

President Erdoğan has paid a visit to Moscow to discuss the recent escalation in northwestern Syria.

UN Calls for Ceasefire in Idlib: ‘Crisis has Reached a Horrifying New Level’

UN Calls for Ceasefire in Idlib: ‘Crisis has Reached a Horrifying New Level’

UN Under-Secretary for Humanitarian Affairs Mark Lowcock has released a written statement on northwest Syria and said that “the only option is a ceasefire.”

18 February 2020

Libya’s Haftar-Allied House of Representatives: Ceasefire is Over

Libya’s Haftar-Allied House of Representatives: Ceasefire is Over

Akile Salih, the Chair of Libya’s Haftar-allied House of Representatives in Tobruk, has announced that “the ceasefire is over, the war will continue.”

15 January 2020

Erdoğan: Putschist Haftar Ran Away

Erdoğan: Putschist Haftar Ran Away

The President has lashed out at Libya's General Haftar, who left Moscow today without signing a ceasefire agreement with the Turkey-backed Tripoli government.

14 January 2020

Libya’s Haftar Leaves Moscow Without Signing Ceasefire Agreement

Libya’s Haftar Leaves Moscow Without Signing Ceasefire Agreement

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Russia has confirmed that Libyan National Army (LNA) leader Khalifa Haftar has left Moscow without signing the ceasefire agreement.

14 January 2020

Libya's Haftar Rejects Ceasefire Call of Turkey, Russia

Libya's Haftar Rejects Ceasefire Call of Turkey, Russia

Libyan National Army (LNA) leader Khalifa Haftar has stated that they welcome the ceasefire call of Russia and Turkey, but will continue their operations against Tripoli.

10 January 2020

US Vice President Pence to Come to Turkey for Ceasefire Negotiations

US Vice President Pence to Come to Turkey for Ceasefire Negotiations

In the wake of a series of US sanctions imposed on Turkey over its Syria operation, Vice President Mike Pence has indicated that “Trump spoke to Erdoğan and asked for immediate ceasefire.” Pence will be in Ankara for negotiations.

15 October 2019

UN: Turkey’s Operation Threatens a Large Number of Civilians

UN: Turkey’s Operation Threatens a Large Number of Civilians

OHCHR published its annual report in Geneva yesterday. The Commissioner for Human Rights, Zeid Ra’ad al Hussein has stated that Afrin operation of Turkey is threatening the civil society.

EU Warns Turkey, Russia, Iran About Ceasefire Deal

EU Warns Turkey, Russia, Iran About Ceasefire Deal

EU representative Mogherini has called on Turkey, Russia and Iran, which are the guarantors of Astana process, to take necessary steps to ensure ceasefire in Syria nationwide.

Turkey: UN's Ceasefire Resolution Not to Affect Afrin Operation

Turkey: UN's Ceasefire Resolution Not to Affect Afrin Operation

The United Nations Security Council has voted for a month-long "humanitarian pause" in Syria. Authorities from Turkey say ceasefire decision will not affect Afrin operation.

26 February 2018

Syrian Representative to UN: Call for Ceasefire Should Include Afrin as Well

Syrian Representative to UN: Call for Ceasefire Should Include Afrin as Well

In his statement, the Syrian Representative to UN has stated that 13 anti-terror resolutions were passed and they all await “to be seriously put into effect”.

26 February 2018

YPG Issues Statement on UN’s Ceasefire Decision

YPG Issues Statement on UN’s Ceasefire Decision

YPG has announced they will keep with the UN Security Council’s “humanitarian pause” resolution throughout Syria. Speaking on the Afrin offensive, they have said that “the right to self-defense will be exercised”.

26 February 2018

Demirtaş Calls on PKK, Government to Agree Ceasefire

Demirtaş Calls on PKK, Government to Agree Ceasefire

HDP Co-Leader Demirtaş has called on the PKK and the government to agree a ceasefire,

20 September 2016

KCK Co-Chair Bayık: PKK Defends Itself

KCK Co-Chair Bayık: PKK Defends Itself

KCK Co-Chair Cemil Bayık said “We defend ourselves in a war that was started, PKK defends itself,” and stated the conditions for a cease-fire.

PKK Ceasefire to be Terminated on 31 October?

KURDISH QUESTION

PKK Ceasefire to be Terminated on 31 October?

The lawyers of imprisoned PKK leader Öcalan and Kurdish politician Tuğluk will not be able to see Öcalan before the announced end of the ceasefire on 31 October due to heavy weather conditions and a public holiday. They will apply for a meeting on 1 November.

28 October 2010 Tolga Korkut,Berivan Tapan

Öcalan Calls for Democratic Peace to Extend Ceasefire

Öcalan Calls for Democratic Peace to Extend Ceasefire

In the end of September, Karayılan from the Democratic Confederation of Kurdistan had announced to extend the ceasefire for another month. Imprisoned PKK leader Öcalan now criticized the "elimination policies" of the government and said he might take a different decision on 31 October.

14 October 2010 Erhan Üstündağ

PKK Ceasefire Extended for 1 Week

PKK Ceasefire Extended for 1 Week

The militant Kurdistan Workers Party announced to have extended the ceasefire declared on 13 August until their meeting in the coming week. The organization emphasized that they were not behind last week's roadside bombing in Hakkari and blamed the Turkish government for disinformation.

20 September 2010 Erol Önderoğlu

DTK Announced 5 Steps to Resolve Kurdish Question

KURDISH QUESTION

DTK Announced 5 Steps to Resolve Kurdish Question

Democratic Society Congress Co-Chair Türk stated that with the ceasefire announced by the PKK, the military operations should be stopped as well. He listed 5 steps to be taken to resolve the Kurdish problem, a "democratic autonomy is a project of voluntary unity".

24 August 2010 Tolga Korkut

Call from Diyarbakir: Ceasefire an Opportunity for Dialogue

KURDISH QUESTION

Call from Diyarbakir: Ceasefire an Opportunity for Dialogue

145 NGOs from Diyarbakir assessed the PKK's decision for a ceasefire as a "huge opportunity to find a peaceful solution for the Kurdish question". They called for an end of military operations and not to exclude any of the involved sections.

19 August 2010 Burçin Belge

PKK Decided for Ceasefire till 20 September

KURDISH QUESTION

PKK Decided for Ceasefire till 20 September

The PKK announced its decision for a period of "passive defence" from 13 August till 20 September. The constancy of the process is contingent on four conditions. The decision was influenced by the beginning of the moths of Ramadan amongst other factors.

16 August 2010 Tolga Korkut

End of PKK Ceasefire?

End of PKK Ceasefire?

The KCK Executive Council Presidency announced that the near future will either see "a democratic solution or resistance". PKK leader Karayılan said at Reuters: "We can end the ceasefire and resume the armed struggle".

23 March 2010 Erol Önderoğlu

PKK Extends Ceasefire until 15 July, But...

Kurdish Question

PKK Extends Ceasefire until 15 July, But...

The unilateral ceasefire of the PKK, which had excluded "legitimate defence", has been extended for another 1.5 months. However, it is not clear what will happen after that.