Selahattin Demirtaş

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ECtHR: Turkey Obliged to Abide by Judgement; Erdoğan: It is No Concern of Ours

ECtHR: Turkey Obliged to Abide by Judgement; Erdoğan: It is No Concern of Ours

Speaking about the ECtHR’s judgement on Demirtaş, President Erdoğan has said, “Judgements of ECtHR are no concern of ours.” The court has ruled that if Turkey does not abide by its judgement, it will breach the Convention.

20 November 2018

ECtHR: Selahattin Demirtaş Should Be Released

ECtHR: Selahattin Demirtaş Should Be Released

The European Court of Human Rights has pronounced its judgment regarding HDP’s former imprisoned Co-Chair Selahattin Demirtaş’s application. The court has ruled that all necessary measures shall be adopted to put an end to his pre-trial detention.

20 November 2018 Ayça Söylemez

Demirtaş: I Have A Flat, Not A Palace

Demirtaş: I Have A Flat, Not A Palace

The court has given a verdict of non-jurisdiction in the lawsuit filed against HDP’s former imprisoned co-chair Demirtaş for having allegedly insulted the then prime minister Davutoğlu. The file has been sent to the İstanbul 2nd Penal Court of First Instance.

14 November 2018

Arrest of Selahattin Demirtaş to Continue

Arrest of Selahattin Demirtaş to Continue

The court board has ruled that the arrest of Selahattin Demirtaş, the former Co-Chair of the HDP, who has been in jail pending trial, shall continue.

New Composition by Selahattin Demirtaş: We Get Hungry for Freedom

New Composition by Selahattin Demirtaş: We Get Hungry for Freedom

The song which has been composed by HDP’s imprisoned former co-chair Selahattin Demirtaş entitled “We have gotten hungry for freedom” has been published.

Demirtaş’s Book ‘Seher’ Candidate for Médicis Award

Demirtaş’s Book ‘Seher’ Candidate for Médicis Award

HDP’s imprisoned former co-chair Demirtaş has been nominated to France’s one of the most prestigious literary awards with his book titled “Seher”.

14 September 2018

Selahattin Demirtaş, Sırrı Süreyya Önder Sentenced to Prison

Selahattin Demirtaş, Sırrı Süreyya Önder Sentenced to Prison

HDP’s imprisoned former co-chair Selahattin Demirtaş and former MP Sırrı Süreyya Önder have been sentenced to prison on charge of “propagandizing for a terrorist organization.”

7 September 2018

Hearing of Demirtaş Adjourned to October 3

Hearing of Demirtaş Adjourned to October 3

HDP former Co-Chair Demirtaş’s fourth hearing has been held. Ruling for the continuation of arrest, the court has adjourned the hearing to October 3.

Demirtaş: HDP Should Come Out to Field

Demirtaş: HDP Should Come Out to Field

HDP’s imprisoned former co-chair and presidential candidate for June 24 elections Demirtaş has evaluated the developments occurred in the wake of June 24 in his article he wrote for the ANF.

Detention of Selahattin Demirtaş to Continue

Detention of Selahattin Demirtaş to Continue

The court board has rejected the request of release submitted for the imprisoned former Co-Chair of the HDP Selahattin Demirtaş.

Treasury to Pay Immaterial Compensation to Demirtaş

Treasury to Pay Immaterial Compensation to Demirtaş

Selahattin Demirtaş, the imprisoned former Co-Chair of the HDP, has won the lawsuit of immaterial compensation that he filed against the Treasury due to the unlawful practices regarding his arrest.

Application to ECtHR for HDP’s Demirtaş

Application to ECtHR for HDP’s Demirtaş

Demirtaş’s lawyer Karaman has stated that they will apply to the ECtHR on the ground that Demirtaş’s “right to free election” was violated.

Demirtaş: Constitutional Court Has Not Discussed My Request for Release

Demirtaş: Constitutional Court Has Not Discussed My Request for Release

HDP’s imprisoned Presidential candidate Selahattin Demirtaş has denied the news claiming that the Constitutional Court has rejected his request for release. Demirtaş has said, “The Constitutional Court has not even discussed my request yet.”

Application for HDP's Demirtaş to Attend Public Meetings

Application for HDP's Demirtaş to Attend Public Meetings

Applications have been made to the Ministry of Justice and Supreme Election Board for HDP’s imprisoned presidential candidate Demirtaş to be able to attend the public meetings.

Constitutional Court Rejects Demirtaş’s Demand for Release

Constitutional Court Rejects Demirtaş’s Demand for Release

HDP’s imprisoned presidential candidate Demirtaş’s demand for release has been rejected by the Constitutional Court as well after Ankara 19th and 20th Heavy Penal Courts.

HDP’s Presidential Candidate Demirtaş Writes Song in Prison: Don’t Fear, Shout

HDP’s Presidential Candidate Demirtaş Writes Song in Prison: Don’t Fear, Shout

The song written by imprisoned Presidential candidate Selahattin Demirtaş has been composed and sung in prison.

Voice Message from Demirtaş: ‘Everyone Should Feel at Ease’

Voice Message from Demirtaş: ‘Everyone Should Feel at Ease’

HDP’s imprisoned presidential candidate Selahattin Demirtaş has sent a voice message from prison and said, “We are in very good spirits and good health here. We become happier and all the more exuberant as we get the messages coming from outside.”

From Demirtaş to bianet: There is No Single Act of Violence That Started with My Call

From Demirtaş to bianet: There is No Single Act of Violence That Started with My Call

Demirtaş has answered the questions, which were conveyed to him via his lawyers, on social media. In response to bianet’s question about “Kobane protests”, Demirtaş answered, “Political responsibility belongs to the AKP”.

Demirtaş to be Taken to Ankara Twice for TRT Speech

Demirtaş to be Taken to Ankara Twice for TRT Speech

HDP’s imprisoned Presidential candidate Selahattin Demirtaş will be taken from Edirne to Ankara twice for his election speech.

From Demirtaş’s Wife to Demirtaş: Will You Continue to Iron After Becoming President?

From Demirtaş’s Wife to Demirtaş: Will You Continue to Iron After Becoming President?

Başak Demirtaş has conveyed her question for Selahattin Demirtaş’s press meeting on social media: “When you become president, will you continue to iron, prepare breakfast for the kids and go to do the grocery shopping?”

Demirtaş Addresses Turkey by Phone

Demirtaş Addresses Turkey by Phone

HDP’s imprisoned Presidential candidate Selahattin Demirtaş has addressed Turkey by phone and his speech has been posted on social media. Demirtaş has said, “Today is not the time to be hopeless”.

2 HDP Members Arrested for Writing on Wall ‘There is A Message Coming From Kettle’

2 HDP Members Arrested for Writing on Wall ‘There is A Message Coming From Kettle’

Two high school students who have drawn ‘the kettle of Demirtaş’ on the walls as part of HDP’s election campaign have been arrested on charge of “propagandizing for a terrorist organization”.

Criminal Complaint by Demirtaş against Erdoğan, Soylu

Criminal Complaint by Demirtaş against Erdoğan, Soylu

HDP’s presidential candidate Demirtaş’s lawyers have filed a criminal complaint against President Erdoğan, Minister Soylu and journalists who echoed their statements about Kobane matter.

EP Rapporteur Kati Piri: Demirtaş Should be Released for Fair Election

EP Rapporteur Kati Piri: Demirtaş Should be Released for Fair Election

European Parliament Turkey Rapporteur Kati Piri has stated that the imprisoned Presidential candidate of the HDP Selahattin Demirtaş should be released for a fair election.

HDP’s Demirtaş Awaits Your Questions at His Social Media Conference

HDP’s Demirtaş Awaits Your Questions at His Social Media Conference

HDP’s imprisoned presidential candidate Selahattin Demirtaş will answer the questions asked to him on social media in Turkish, Kurdish and English until June 6.

State Channel TRT Spares 105 Minutes to Erdoğan, 18 Seconds to Demirtaş

State Channel TRT Spares 105 Minutes to Erdoğan, 18 Seconds to Demirtaş

Analyzed as part of the election research by Transparency International, state channel TRT has spared 105 minutes to Erdoğan and 18 seconds to Demirtaş, according to the association’s report.

Application for Demirtaş to be Allowed to Issue Opinion to Press by Phone

Application for Demirtaş to be Allowed to Issue Opinion to Press by Phone

In an application submitted to the Ministry of Justice, it has been demanded that HDP’s imprisoned presidential candidate Demirtaş be allowed to join TV programs and that the press members be allowed to meet him.

Demirtaş’s Request for Release at Constitutional Court

Demirtaş’s Request for Release at Constitutional Court

After Demirtaş’s request for release was rejected by Ankara 19th and 20th Heavy Penal Courts, the case has been taken to the Constitutional Court.

Demirtaş: If Patriotic Party Wins, We Will Close HDP

Demirtaş: If Patriotic Party Wins, We Will Close HDP

HDP’s imprisoned presidential candidate Selahattin Demirtaş has addressed President Erdoğan through his tweets posted via his attorneys. Demirtaş has said, “I would also like to hear your opinions as to your favorite opponent forced to run his election campaign in prison.”

Demirtaş’s Demand for Release Rejected by Upper Court As Well

Demirtaş’s Demand for Release Rejected by Upper Court As Well

HDP’s imprisoned presidential candidate Demirtaş’s demand for release has been rejected by the upper court on the ground that “there is the possibility of spoliation of evidence”. Demirtaş’s lawyers are taking the case to the Constitutional Court.

24 May 2018 Ekin Karaca

HDP: Demirtaş’s Demand for Release Rejected

HDP: Demirtaş’s Demand for Release Rejected

In a statement issued by the HDP, it has been stated that HDP’s imprisoned presidential candidate Selahattin Demirtaş’s demand for release has been rejected.

Demirtaş: I’m Kept in Custody on Fabricated Evidence

Demirtaş: I’m Kept in Custody on Fabricated Evidence

HDP’s presidential candidate Demirtaş has stated, “It has been revealed that the so-called evidence that put me behind bars was all fabricated by FETÖ prosecutors”.