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Berkin Elvan commemorated on the 7th anniversary of his death

Berkin Elvan commemorated on the 7th anniversary of his death

It has been 7 years since Berkin Elvan lost his life after being shot with a tear gas canister during Gezi resistance in 2013. Elvan has been commemorated by his loved ones at his grave in İstanbul.

Court merges Osman Kavala’s ‘espionage’ case with Gezi trial

Court merges Osman Kavala’s ‘espionage’ case with Gezi trial

Despite the strong defense of the attorneys and witness statements, the İstanbul 36th Heavy Penal Court has ruled that Osman Kavala shall remain behind bars. The file of his “espionage” case has been merged with that of “Gezi”.

5 February 2021 Hikmet Adal

International travel ban on defendants ahead of Gezi retrial

International travel ban on defendants ahead of Gezi retrial

Preparing a preliminary proceedings report (a report issued ahead of a trial) for the retrial of Gezi defendants, the İstanbul 30th Heavy Penal Court has imposed an international travel ban on eight people. The first hearing will be held on May 21.

1 February 2021

Prosecutor demands penalization for ‘killing with gross negligence’

BERKİN ELVAN CASE

Prosecutor demands penalization for ‘killing with gross negligence’

As the recently appointed judge who called Gezi a “traitorous insurrection has still not taken office, a temporary court board presided over the hearing of Berkin Elvan case. The prosecutor demands up to 9 years in prison for the defendant.

29 January 2021

‘Any attempt to associate Gezi with crime is in vain’

‘Any attempt to associate Gezi with crime is in vain’

After the court of appeals overturned the acquittals in Gezi trial, a statement has been released on #DefendingGezi social media account: “Gezi is stainless, Gezi is the people.”

28 January 2021

‘Judge calling Gezi “traitorous insurrection” should withdraw from Berkin Elvan case’

‘Judge calling Gezi “traitorous insurrection” should withdraw from Berkin Elvan case’

The family of Berkin Elvan, who was shot to death with a tear gas canister during Gezi, has appealed to court and requested that Judge Perk, who defines Gezi as a “traitorous insurrection and vandalism”, withdraw from the Berkin Elvan case.

26 January 2021 Ayça Söylemez

Constitutional Court: Rights of Yiğit Aksakoğlu violated

Constitutional Court: Rights of Yiğit Aksakoğlu violated

Having rejected the individual application of Osman Kavala, the Constitutional Court has concluded that the 7-month arrest of Yiğit Aksakoğlu in the Gezi trial was a violation of his rights and ruled that Aksakoğlu shall be paid damages.

31 December 2020

'Gezi' defense from Ali Babacan: Prosecutor wrote my name

'Gezi' defense from Ali Babacan: Prosecutor wrote my name

“I am not a complainant in the Gezi trial, nor am I an intervening party. Thinking that they were aggrieved, the prosecutor wrote the names of all members of the then government one by one,” says DEVA Party Chair Babacan in response to criticisms.

18 November 2020

Erdoğan: We work without caring about fake environmentalists

Erdoğan: We work without caring about fake environmentalists

“Those who set the streets on fire and plundered the goods of storekeepers during Gezi incidents now rush to discredit our sapling planting,” says President Erdoğan.

11 November 2020

With his name not mentioned, officer who shot Berkin is now plaintiff in another trial

With his name not mentioned, officer who shot Berkin is now plaintiff in another trial

Standing trial for shooting 14-year-old Berkin Elvan with a tear gas canister during Gezi, police officer F.D. has become a plaintiff in another trial where journalists face charges for disclosing the name of another officer as a responsible party in the killing.

14 October 2020 Ayça Söylemez

How was evidence hidden in Berkin Elvan case?

How was evidence hidden in Berkin Elvan case?

Attorney Çiğdem Akbulut has spoken about the attempts to spoil evidence in the investigation launched into the killing of 15-year-old Berkin Elvan, who was shot by a police officer with a tear gas canister during Gezi protests in 2013.

28 September 2020 Ayça Söylemez

Mother of Berkin Elvan: Enough is enough, we want to live fraternally

Mother of Berkin Elvan: Enough is enough, we want to live fraternally

Put on trial over the killing of 15-year-old Berkin Elvan with a tear gas canister during Gezi protests in 2013, defendant police officer F.D. has said, “I do not have anything to do with the wounding of anyone.”

23 September 2020

Journalists appear before court over reports on Berkin Elvan's death during Gezi protests

Journalists appear before court over reports on Berkin Elvan's death during Gezi protests

Three journalists are charged with "targeting a public official who took part in the fight against terrorism."

17 September 2020

‘With longing, son…’: 7th year since Berkin Elvan shot with a tear gas canister in Gezi

‘With longing, son…’: 7th year since Berkin Elvan shot with a tear gas canister in Gezi

Seven years ago today, 14-year-old Berkin Elvan was shot with a tear gas canister fired by police in Gezi. Being comatose for 269 days, he lost his life on March 11, 2014.

‘A Handful of Trees’ and Gezi Resistance

PENNED BY SUNA ARAS

‘A Handful of Trees’ and Gezi Resistance

As the government declared Gezi Resisters “marauders” and “terrorists” and regarded them as enemies... but, no matter what they did, İstanbul spread its arms wide for Gezi. People of all ages were streaming in, as if they had been going to a carnival.

7 June 2020 Suna Aras

Killed During Gezi, Ethem Sarısülük Commemorated After Police Intervention

Killed During Gezi, Ethem Sarısülük Commemorated After Police Intervention

Killed by a police bullet during Gezi protests in the capital city of Ankara in 2013, Ethem Sarısülük has been commemorated at Güvenpark. The statement for the press could be held following police intervention.

‘What Took Away Berkin Elvan and George Floyd is the Same Darkness’

7TH ANNIVERSARY OF GEZİ

‘What Took Away Berkin Elvan and George Floyd is the Same Darkness’

The 7th anniversary of Gezi Resistance has been marked in Taksim: “The darkness that took Berkin, Ethem, Medeni, Ali İsmail, Hasan Ferit, Abdullah, Ahmet and Mehmet away from us in Gezi is the same darkness that stopped George Floyd’s breath.”

2 June 2020 Evrim Kepenek

‘Resistance Seems to be Over, But It is Never Over’

‘GEZİ’ MESSAGE BY SELAHATTİN DEMİRTAŞ

‘Resistance Seems to be Over, But It is Never Over’

HDP former Co-Chair Demirtaş has sent a message from prison on the 7th anniversary of Gezi: “Gezi is the most clear indication of the fact that different social groups can struggle and succeed together. That is why, the government is so afraid of it.

‘Love is Over’ Documentary Available Online on the 7th Anniversary of Gezi

‘Love is Over’ Documentary Available Online on the 7th Anniversary of Gezi

Looking back at the protests in Brazil through the lens of Gezi Resistance, the documentary “Love is Over” can be viewed online from May 31 to June 14.

Gezi is 7 Years Old

Gezi is 7 Years Old

Today marks the 7th anniversary of Gezi Resistance, which started in Gezi Park in Taksim to defend the trees and spread from İstanbul to 79 of 81 cities across Turkey. Here is a brief summary of what happened in summer 2013 and after that.

Prosecutor Appeals Against the Verdict of Gezi Trial

Prosecutor Appeals Against the Verdict of Gezi Trial

İstanbul Public Prosecutor Edip Şahiner has appealed against the verdict in Gezi Trial, where the İstanbul 30th Heavy Penal Court has given a verdict of acquittal for Osman Kavala and other defendants.

Police Officers Injuring a Teacher in Gezi Resistance to Stand Trial Again

Police Officers Injuring a Teacher in Gezi Resistance to Stand Trial Again

The Constitutional Court has ruled that a new investigation shall be launched against the police officers who injured teacher Melih Dalbudak on the head with a tear gas cartridge during Gezi resistance in 2013.

27 March 2020 Ayça Söylemez

Ali İsmail Korkmaz Would be 26 Years Old If He Were Alive Today

Ali İsmail Korkmaz Would be 26 Years Old If He Were Alive Today

Killed by police officers and a group of civilians in Eskişehir during Gezi Resistance in 2013, Ali İsmail Korkmaz would turn 26 if he were alive today.

Letter Campaign for Osman Kavala Following His Re-Arrest

Letter Campaign for Osman Kavala Following His Re-Arrest

A letter campaign has been launched for businessperson and rights defender Osman Kavala, who was handed down a verdict of acquittal and release in Gezi trial, but has been arrested again as part of another investigation into the July 15 coup attempt.

26 February 2020

❝Gezi Has Invited Even the Court to Law❞

ACQUITTAL IN GEZİ TRIAL

❝Gezi Has Invited Even the Court to Law❞

After the court has given a ruling of acquittal for all defendants in Gezi trial, except for the ones currently abroad, several messages have been shared on social media. “Gezi has invited even the court to law”, defendant Mücella Yapıcı has said.

18 February 2020

Acquittal in Gezi Trial in Kırklareli

Acquittal in Gezi Trial in Kırklareli

Lawyer Metin İriz has announced that all 230 defendants have been acquitted again in the lawsuit filed against Gezi protesters in Kırklareli. “Justice and democracy have been served”, the lawyer has said.

17 February 2020

İstanbul Mayor İmamoğlu Expresses Support for Defendants of Gezi Trial

İstanbul Mayor İmamoğlu Expresses Support for Defendants of Gezi Trial

Addressing the reporters during his visit to an exhibition platform in Taksim, İstanbul Mayor İmamoğlu has emphasized that the square has recently been remembered for the process about Gezi Park and said, “I stand with Mr. Kahraman and others.”

17 February 2020

Statement by 1,376 Citizens: We Were All at Gezi

Statement by 1,376 Citizens: We Were All at Gezi

Signing a joint statement ahead of the sixth hearing of Gezi trial on February 18, 1,376 citizens have said, “We were all there. The aspirations that were voiced and requested at Gezi cannot be the subject of any judiciary procedure.”

16 February 2020

Attorney of Osman Kavala: They Want to Convict Him Before ECtHR Judgment Becomes Final

Attorney of Osman Kavala: They Want to Convict Him Before ECtHR Judgment Becomes Final

Speaking to bianet after yesterday's hearing where the court decided for the continuation of Kavala's arrest, attorney İlkan Koyuncu has said, "The court has no purpose of abiding by the law and legislation anymore."

29 January 2020 Hikmet Adal

Berkin Elvan Would be 21 Years Old If He Were Alive Today

Berkin Elvan Would be 21 Years Old If He Were Alive Today

Yesterday was the 21st birthday of Berkin Elvan, who lost his life at the age of 15 after being shot with a tear gas canister during Gezi Park protests. The family and loved ones of Elvan flew sky lanterns, “wishing justice for Berkin and all massacred children."

Osman Kavala Not Released Despite ECtHR Verdict of Right Violation

GEZİ TRIAL

Osman Kavala Not Released Despite ECtHR Verdict of Right Violation

In the fourth hearing of Gezi trial held today, the court has ruled that the arrest of businessperson and rights defender Osman Kavala shall continue. The next hearing of the case will be held on January 28, 2020.

24 December 2019

Verdict of Right Violation for Student Injured by Tear Gas Canister During Gezi

Verdict of Right Violation for Student Injured by Tear Gas Canister During Gezi

Announcing its verdict on Şahin, who was injured by a tear gas canister during Gezi Park protests in 2013, the Constitutional Court has ruled that his right to assembly and demonstration and prohibition of degrading treatment have been violated.

9 December 2019

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