Selahattin Demirtaş

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Selahattin Demirtaş’s Book ‘Devran’ Taken to Stage by Artist Jülide Kural

Selahattin Demirtaş’s Book ‘Devran’ Taken to Stage by Artist Jülide Kural

Adapting imprisoned former HDP Co-Chair’s book for the stage, artist Jülide Kural says, “I think, in a period like this, we need to be side by side, singing songs” and adds, “We will keep on resisting inside and outside for democracy.”

6 January 2020 Evrim Kepenek

Selahattin Demirtaş: Why Cannot AKP Come to Table with Anyone?

Selahattin Demirtaş: Why Cannot AKP Come to Table with Anyone?

Commenting on AKP’s Libya policy, Demirtaş has said, “Its foreign policy has been completely militarized. As they have lost their capacity and dignity to pursue a civilian foreign policy, they resort to operational policies through war, conflict and tension.”

Demirtaş Prevented from Reading His Own Interview, Again: ‘It Fuels Opposition to State’

Demirtaş Prevented from Reading His Own Interview, Again: ‘It Fuels Opposition to State’

Imprisoned former HDP Co-Chair Selahattin Demirtaş was not given daily Evrensel with his own interview on the ground that “it fuels opposition to the state.”

18 December 2019

Demirtaş: AKP Has to Wage War Against Kurds to Ensure Support Within 'Fascist Front'

Demirtaş: AKP Has to Wage War Against Kurds to Ensure Support Within 'Fascist Front'

HDP's jailed former co-chair has spoken about the the dismissal of mayors, imprisonment of politicians and his health condition.

9 December 2019

HDP Co-Chair Buldan: Government is Responsible For Health of Demirtaş, Our Friends

HDP Co-Chair Buldan: Government is Responsible For Health of Demirtaş, Our Friends

Speaking at the weekly group meeting of her party, HDP Co-Chair Buldan has indicated that Selahattin Demirtaş is in good health for now, adding that they are closely following the developments regarding the issue.

3 December 2019

Selahattin Demirtaş in Prison Again After Medical Examinations

Selahattin Demirtaş in Prison Again After Medical Examinations

Referred to hospital yesterday after feeling unwell in prison last week, former HDP Co-Chair Selahattin Demirtaş has been taken back to the Edirne Prison after medical examinations.

3 December 2019

HDP: Selahattin Demirtaş Referred to Hospital

HDP: Selahattin Demirtaş Referred to Hospital

Releasing a statement on its social media account, the HDP has announced that imprisoned former Co-Chair of HDP Selahattin Demirtaş has been referred to hospital.

2 December 2019

Demirtaş Remained Unconscious 'For a Long Time' but Still Kept in Prison

Demirtaş Remained Unconscious 'For a Long Time' but Still Kept in Prison

The HDP's jailed former co-chair lost his consciousness after having breathing difficulties on November 26 but has been kept in prison since then although the prison doctor referred him to the hospital.

2 December 2019

Arrest Order for Demirtaş While He was Already Arrested Brought to Constitutional Court

Arrest Order for Demirtaş While He was Already Arrested Brought to Constitutional Court

Attorneys of Demirtaş have made the sixth application to the Constitutional Court regarding the fact that he still in prison despite two release orders.

25 November 2019 Ayça Söylemez

Selahattin Demirtaş: One Day, There will Definitely be Freedom as Well

Selahattin Demirtaş: One Day, There will Definitely be Freedom as Well

From Demirtaş to his fellow inmate Zeydan, who has similarly not been released despite a verdict of release: “There is neither law, nor justice. But there is companionship, solidarity, hope and resistance. One day, there will definitely be freedom as well.”

4 November 2019

Demirtaş Again Not to be Released Despite Release Order

Demirtaş Again Not to be Released Despite Release Order

For the second time, Selahattin Demirtaş will not be able to get out of jail despite a release order because of another order for his arrest.

1 November 2019

Selahattin Demirtaş: Those Who Support the War Owe Self-Criticism to People

Selahattin Demirtaş: Those Who Support the War Owe Self-Criticism to People

Imprisoned former HDP Co-Chair Demirtaş: “No one will harden their hearts when the time comes, it happens only once. The responsibility of self-criticism before the people who demand peace lies with the opposition which stands behind the war.”

31 October 2019

Demirtaş: Writing is a Way to Resist and Overcome Prison

Demirtaş: Writing is a Way to Resist and Overcome Prison

Imprisoned former HDP Co-Chair Selahattin Demirtaş has given an interview to Kübra Yeter from the monthly Yeni e magazine. Having published two story books so far, Demirtaş has announced that he has finished writing his novel.

17 October 2019

Story of Demirtaş ‘Ah, Asuman’ Shortlisted for Golden Orange

Story of Demirtaş ‘Ah, Asuman’ Shortlisted for Golden Orange

Scripted by Gaye Boralıoğlu, the story of imprisoned former HDP Co-Chair Selahattin Demirtaş entitled “Ah, Asuman” has been shortlisted in the National Short Film Competition of 56th Golden Orange Film Festival.

‘Why Doesn’t Constitutional Court Take Any Action About Application of Demirtaş?’

‘Why Doesn’t Constitutional Court Take Any Action About Application of Demirtaş?’

Lawyer Kayaoğlu has emphasized that the Constitutional Court, which has recently concluded that freedom of expression of Sırrı Süreyya Önder is violated, has not yet responded to the application of imprisoned former HDP Co-Chair Selahattin Demirtaş.

3 October 2019 Evrim Kepenek

Demirtaş to be Given 'Award for Political Courage'

Demirtaş to be Given 'Award for Political Courage'

The Germany-based Progressive Alliance will give the 2019 award to the HDP's former co-chair who is currently behind bars.

1 October 2019 Ruken Tuncel

Attorneys of Selahattin Demirtaş: They Looked for a Judge to Interrogate and Arrest Him

Attorneys of Selahattin Demirtaş: They Looked for a Judge to Interrogate and Arrest Him

Making a statement about the verdict of arrest given for imprisoned former HDP Co-Chairs Demirtaş and Yüksekdağ, the attorneys of Demirtaş have announced that they will file a criminal complaint against all responsible parties.

23 September 2019

Verdict of Arrest for Imprisoned Former HDP Co-Chairs Yüksekdağ and Demirtaş

Verdict of Arrest for Imprisoned Former HDP Co-Chairs Yüksekdağ and Demirtaş

A verdict of arrest has been given for imprisoned former HDP Co-Chairs Selahattin Demirtaş and Figen Yüksekdağ after they deposed as part of the investigation launched by Ankara Chief Public Prosecutor’s Office earlier today.

20 September 2019

New Investigation and Request for Arrest Against Selahattin Demirtaş

New Investigation and Request for Arrest Against Selahattin Demirtaş

Lawyer Ramazan Demir has stated, “They are trying to arrest Selahattin Demirtaş on the same charge he was arrested, put on trial for three years and released last week”.

20 September 2019

Hearing of Demirtaş Held at ECtHR: Verdict to be Announced at a Later Date

Hearing of Demirtaş Held at ECtHR: Verdict to be Announced at a Later Date

The hearing of imprisoned former HDP Co-Chair Selahattin Demirtaş at the Grand Chamber of the European Court of Human Rights (ECtHR) has been held. The judges are expected to announce their judgement at a later date.

18 September 2019

Attorneys of Demirtaş Appeal for 'Deduction'

Attorneys of Demirtaş Appeal for 'Deduction'

Attorneys of the former HDP co-chair have applied to the court for the deduction of the time he served in prison from the prison term he was given. Demirtaş will be released if the application is accepted.

11 September 2019

Court Unanimously Rejects Appeal Against Release Verdict for Demirtaş

Court Unanimously Rejects Appeal Against Release Verdict for Demirtaş

A court gave a release verdict for the former HDP co-chair on September 2.

10 September 2019

European Socialists Call for Release of Demirtaş

European Socialists Call for Release of Demirtaş

"These charges are politically motivated and their only purpose is to remove the democratic opposition," said Sergei Stanishev, the leader of the PES.

4 September 2019

Prosecutor Objects to Release Verdict for Demirtaş

Prosecutor Objects to Release Verdict for Demirtaş

A higher court will examine the objection of the prosecutor's office that said the arrest of the former HDP co-chair is a "reasonable measure."

3 September 2019

'Demirtaş Release Verdict Related to Upcoming ECtHR Hearing', Says Attorney

'Demirtaş Release Verdict Related to Upcoming ECtHR Hearing', Says Attorney

Attorney Karaman, prior to Demirtaş's hearing at the Grand Chamber of the ECtHR, assessed yesterday's release verdict to bianet: "I asked for a release a few days ago, they refused. What has changed and they rule for a release now?"

3 September 2019 Ayça Söylemez

Release Verdict for Former HDP Co-Chair Demirtaş

Release Verdict for Former HDP Co-Chair Demirtaş

Demirtaş will continue to stay in prison as he was convicted in another case.

2 September 2019

Demirtaş: CHP Shouldn't Ignore Kurds in 'Syria Conference'

Demirtaş: CHP Shouldn't Ignore Kurds in 'Syria Conference'

The HDP's former co-chair has expressed his opinion on Turkey's possible intervention in Syria and the "Syria conference" the main opposition will hold.

Support Rises for #freedemirtas Campaign

Support Rises for #freedemirtas Campaign

A social media campaign has been launched for Selahattin Demirtaş, the former HDP Co-Chair who has been behind bars for almost three years. Thousands of messages of support and solidarity are posted under the hashtag #freedemirtas.

ECtHR: Freedom of Expression of Demirtaş Violated

ECtHR: Freedom of Expression of Demirtaş Violated

The court has ruled that the imprisoned former co-chair of the Peoples' Democratic Party (HDP) shall be paid a compensation of 2,500 euros.

Fomer HDP Co-Chair Demirtaş Draws CHP MP Tanrıkulu in Prison

Fomer HDP Co-Chair Demirtaş Draws CHP MP Tanrıkulu in Prison

HDP’s imprisoned former Co-Chair Selahattin Demirtaş has drawn the charcoal portrait of CHP MP Sezgin Tanrıkulu. Tanrıkulu has shared the picture on Twitter, attaching the note, “It will be the grand memory from this period for me.”

İstanbul Mayor Visits HDP: 'Why is Demirtaş Arrested?'

İstanbul Mayor Visits HDP: 'Why is Demirtaş Arrested?'

In a visit to the HDP İstanbul organization, İmamoğlu has said, "He is arrested but why? Like everyone, I want to understand this. In this context, I want to state that I side with anyone who is unjustly treated in terms of law."

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

FORMER HDP CO-CHAIR SELAHATTİN DEMİRTAŞ

‘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.”