Diyarbakır

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‘Diyarbakır, Urfa, Mardin and Şırnak have become new centers of outbreak’

‘Diyarbakır, Urfa, Mardin and Şırnak have become new centers of outbreak’

In a joint statement, the Democratic Society Congress (DTK) and Democratic Regions Party (DBP) have warned the citizens in southeast Turkey against the recent surge in COVID-19 cases ahead of Eid al-Adha that will start in Turkey tomorrow.

'Over 300 COVID-19 cases are diagnosed in Diyarbakır a day’

'Over 300 COVID-19 cases are diagnosed in Diyarbakır a day’

Diyarbakır Health Platform has made a statement about the current situation in Turkey's southeastern province of Diyarbakır. According to the platform, three days ago, the number of COVID-19 fatalities only in a neighborhood in Silvan topped 10.

Covid-19 patient dies after not being able to find an available intensive care bed in five cities

Covid-19 patient dies after not being able to find an available intensive care bed in five cities

The number of coronavirus patients in intensive care in Turkey has nearly doubled since early June while the southeast has seen the highest increase in new cases.

54.2 percent of young Kurdish people do not trust any institutions in Turkey

SOCIO-POLITICAL FIELD RESEARCH CENTER

54.2 percent of young Kurdish people do not trust any institutions in Turkey

“There is a tendency towards ecologist, feminist, socialist and anarchist thoughts among the young generation. A significant part of them say they can move to another country,” says Diyarbakır-based Socio-Political Field Research Center Coordinator.

23 July 2020 Ruken Tuncel

Appeals court upholds prison sentence of ousted Diyarbakır mayor

Appeals court upholds prison sentence of ousted Diyarbakır mayor

Selçuk Mızraklı was sentenced to nine years in prison for "membership of an illegal organization" after being dismissed as the mayor of Diyarbakır.

Ruling AKP stages a systematic coup against society, says HDP

Ruling AKP stages a systematic coup against society, says HDP

HDP has released a statement about the detention of its executives and members in Antep and Diyarbakır earlier today. “What is done is a systematic attack of ‘political genocide’ against certain segments of society,” the statement has read.

Journalist and activists detained in Diyarbakır

OPERATION AGAINST WOMEN

Journalist and activists detained in Diyarbakır

At least 12 women, including TJA Spokesperson Ayşe Gökkan and journalist Ayşe Güney, have been taken into custody in house raids in Turkey’s Kurdish-majority Diyarbakır province. The reason for their detention is not yet known.

Lawyers’ march in Diyarbakır prevented by police

Lawyers’ march in Diyarbakır prevented by police

Prevented from holding a march from Diyarbakır Bar Association to the Four-Legged Minaret, where former Diyarbakır Bar Chair Tahir Elçi was assassinated, lawyers have staged a sit-in protest in front of Diyarbakır Bar.

‘Government has to unveil a new relief package for southeast Turkey’

DİYARBAKIR CHAMBER OF COMMERCE AND INDUSTRY

‘Government has to unveil a new relief package for southeast Turkey’

According to a recent survey conducted in Diyarbakır amid pandemic, 61.2 percent of businesses operating in the province have credit debt to banks in short, medium or long term. 84 percent say relief packages fall short of covering their losses.

29 June 2020 Ruken Tuncel

AKP mayor mandated instead of winning candidate 'spent all budget in six months'

AKP mayor mandated instead of winning candidate 'spent all budget in six months'

The ruling party's candidate was mandated in Diyarbakır's Bağlar district although the HDP candidate won the election by 71 percent of the votes.

8 people arrested as part of an investigation against Democratic Society Congress

8 people arrested as part of an investigation against Democratic Society Congress

Detained as part of an investigation against the Democratic Society Congress (DTK), eight of 16 people have been arrested while the rest have been released on probation.

Many detained in Diyarbakır during police raids

Many detained in Diyarbakır during police raids

The police raided the Democratic Society Congress building and many homes.

Diyarbakır Medical Chamber: Covid-19 cases rapidly increasing, 155 health workers infected

Diyarbakır Medical Chamber: Covid-19 cases rapidly increasing, 155 health workers infected

While İstanbul has been the epicenter of the outbreak in Turkey, other parts of the country have seen a surge following the reopening on June 1.

25 June 2020 Ruken Tuncel

690 allegations of torture reported to Human Rights Association Diyarbakır branch

10-YEAR REPORT

690 allegations of torture reported to Human Rights Association Diyarbakır branch

The Human Rights Association (İHD) Diyarbakır Branch has prepared a report on incidents of torture and ill treatment that were reported to the branch in the last 10 years.

Teacher’s lodgings threaten 'legal action in case of behaviour against public morality’

Teacher’s lodgings threaten 'legal action in case of behaviour against public morality’

In the house rules pinned on the doors of Diyarbakır Şehitlik Teacher’s Lodgings, “single residents” have been warned that “they will face a legal action in case of an attitude or behavior against public morality or if they host disturbing guests.”

‘We have mistaken normalization for the old normal, cases have increased’

PROF. ÇETİNER WARNS

‘We have mistaken normalization for the old normal, cases have increased’

While Prof. Çetiner has warned that “taking body temperature in shopping malls and other crowded places will not protect us from coronavirus,” increasing number of new cases and fatalities have been reported from Ankara, Diyarbakır and Urfa.

‘When It is Said Normalization, People Get the Impression That Pandemic Has Ended’

CASES ON THE RISE IN EASTERN TURKEY

‘When It is Said Normalization, People Get the Impression That Pandemic Has Ended’

Chairs of Diyarbakır, Elazığ, Dersim, Bingöl, Urfa, Van Medical Chambers say that the number of cases which dropped in May has been on the increase since the outset of normalization, warning that it might lead to retightening of measures.

12 June 2020 Ruken Tuncel

HDP, DBP, Rosa Women’s Association Members Detained in Diyarbakır

HDP, DBP, Rosa Women’s Association Members Detained in Diyarbakır

Six people, including HDP, DBP and Rosa Women’s Association members, have been taken into custody in house raids in Turkey’s Kurdish-majority Diyarbakır province.

‘They Want to Give a Message to All Women by Arresting Rosa Women’s Association’

IMPRISONED WOMEN’S RIGHT DEFENDERS

‘They Want to Give a Message to All Women by Arresting Rosa Women’s Association’

Arrested in Diyarbakır province in May, eight women from Rosa Women’s Association have sent a message to bianet: “Let them know that Rosa has done it! She had struggled till the very moment she was arrested, she is still struggling.”

2 June 2020 Evrim Kepenek

12 People Arrested in Diyarbakır

12 People Arrested in Diyarbakır

Detained in Diyarbakır on May 22, 12 people including Democratic Regions Party (DBP) former Co-Chairs Arslan and Şimşek have been arrested. The other six detained, including former HDP MP Akat Ata, have been released on probation.

How Has Pandemic Affected Economy in Southeastern and Eastern Turkey?

How Has Pandemic Affected Economy in Southeastern and Eastern Turkey?

Chairs of Diyarbakır, Elazığ, Van and Batman Chambers of Commerce and Industry say that the most important areas of employment are now closed. “No one has suffered in Antep thanks to state support,” according to Chair of Antep Industry Chamber.

25 May 2020 Ruken Tuncel

Operation Against HDP, DBP Politicians, Women’s Associations in Diyarbakır

Operation Against HDP, DBP Politicians, Women’s Associations in Diyarbakır

HDP Central Executive Committee member Özlem Gündüz, DBP former Co-Chair Mehmet Arslan, Rosa Women’s Association founding members and Free Women’s Movement (TJA) activists have been detained in the operation.

‘Construction Works Threaten Diyarbakır’s Hevsel Gardens with Ecological Destruction’

‘Construction Works Threaten Diyarbakır’s Hevsel Gardens with Ecological Destruction’

In a written statement, the Ecology Union has warned that Diyarbakır’s Hevsel Gardens, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, face a threat of devastation and ecological destruction due to construction works for a nation’s garden project.

‘Only Way to Reach Children in Villages is a Phone with Poor Cell Reception’

‘Only Way to Reach Children in Villages is a Phone with Poor Cell Reception’

In the days of corona, a new online event is shared for children on social media every day, they are told stories online. But, what about the children living in villages? Gülesra, a teacher from a village in Diyarbakır, has answered our questions.

23 April 2020 Ayşegül Özbek

Explosion in Kulp District in Diyarbakır

Explosion in Kulp District in Diyarbakır

A bomb has exploded on the roadside while a vehicle with forest workers on board was passing in Kulp, Diyarbakır. While five people have lost their lives, the Governor’s Office has announced that the incident was a bomb attack.

Writer Nurcan Baysal Deposed over Coronavirus Articles

Writer Nurcan Baysal Deposed over Coronavirus Articles

Summoned to depose due to her social media posts and articles about coronavirus pandemic, writer and columnist Nurcan Baysal has been released following the formalities at police department and court proceedings.

Investigation Against HDP MP Remziye Tosun

Investigation Against HDP MP Remziye Tosun

Diyarbakır Chief Public Prosecutor’s Office has launched an investigation against HDP MP Remziye Tosun and one more person who made announcements in Diyarbakır and warned citizens to stay indoors against coronavirus.

HDP Co-Mayors Taken into Custody

HDP Co-Mayors Taken into Custody

In a statement released by the HDP, it has been announced that Batman Co-Mayors Demir and Korkmaz, Silvan Co-Mayor Toprak, Ergani Co-Mayor Kaya, Eğil Co-Mayor Akkul, dismissed Yenişehir Co-Mayor Diken have been detained.

Lawyers Detained in Diyarbakır and Urfa

Lawyers Detained in Diyarbakır and Urfa

Nine lawyers, former HDP executive Sedat Çelik and Salih Erbekler, a former worker of Radyo Karacadağ radio station closed by a Statutory Decree, have been taken into custody in Diyarbakır and Urfa.

12 March 2020 Ruken Tuncel

Human Chain Against Male Violence in Diyarbakır: Enough is Enough

Human Chain Against Male Violence in Diyarbakır: Enough is Enough

The women of Diyarbakır have come together in Yenişehir district and formed a human chain against male violence. Joining hands to defend women’s right to life, women have said, “We want to live” and “Enough is enough.”

23 January 2020

HDP’s 6 Municipal Council Members in Sur Removed from Office

HDP’s 6 Municipal Council Members in Sur Removed from Office

The Ministry of Interior has dismissed HDP’s 6 municipal council members from the Municipality of Sur in Diyarbakır on the ground of ongoing lawsuits and investigations.

14 January 2020

‘I Still Have Treatment for My Wounded Legs, What Defense Are You Talking About?’

LİSA ÇALAN DISMISSED FROM DİYARBAKIR MUNICIPALITY

‘I Still Have Treatment for My Wounded Legs, What Defense Are You Talking About?’

Having lost her legs in an ISIS attack and dismissed from trustee-appointed Diyarbakır Metropolitan Municipality, Lisa Çalan says, “They first dismissed me, then requested my defense. They have dismissed me in an accelerated procedure.”

10 January 2020 Evrim Kepenek