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 When one hurts or kills a women
one hurts or kills hummanity and is an antrocitie.
Gino d'Artali
and: My mother (1931-1997) always said to me <Mi figlio, non esistono notizie <vecchie> perche puoi imparare qualcosa da qualsiasi notizia.> Translated: <My son, there is no such thing as so called 'old' news because you can learn something from any news.>
Gianna d'Artali.

Dear reader, let us, apart from all the other news following please read first the most inspiring but alas also most disturbing news.
In other words: Rise more for the 'Woman, Life, Freedom' uprisal. Gino d'Artali

Jinha - Womens News Agency 14 Nov 2024 - by SILVA AL-IBRAHIM
<<'We must turn the 21st century into a century of Jin,Jiyan, Azadi'
The Third World War has been taking place in the Middle East, said Rukiye Muhammed, member of the Zenubiya Women's Community, stressing that women are no longer "victims of war" but lead revolutions.
Manbij- The violent conflicts in the Middle East have intensified, turning into the Third World War. Although women and children are the most affected by these conflicts, they are completely ignored by the media. Women struggle to overcome challenges faced by them amid conflicts, said Rukiye Muhammed, coordinating members of the Zenubiya Women's Community. "Women play an active role in ending conflicts and building peace."
Call on women to unite
"Women living in the Middle Eastern countries such as Lebanon, Palestine, North and East Syria, and Iran have experienced the same things," Rukiye Muhammed said. "If women unite, they can build global peace. Despite all kinds of oppression, restrictions, women always rise like a phoenix from the ashes. For instance, women in Iran and Eastern Kurdistan started the "Jin,Jiyan, Azadi" revolution following the killing of Jina Amini."
Recalling the genocide committed by ISIS against the Yazidi community in Shengal (Sinjar), Rukiye Muhammed said, "Yazidi women were abducted, raped and sold in slave markets. But today, Yazidi women have participated in all facets of life, including politics and military. They have their own defense force and protect their people from a new genocide."
'Women are no longer victims of war'
Women in North and East Syria were subjected to the atrocity of ISIS, Ruken Muhammed said, "Many women were killed and stoned by ISIS. But today, these women participate in politics and the military to serve their people. These women are no longer victims of war, they fight to protect their people and build peace."
'The aim is to change the demographic structure'
Speaking about the ongoing Turkish attacks on North and East Syria, Ruken Muhammed criticized the international silence against the attacks. "The aim of these attacks is to change the demographic structure of the region. The ongoing conflicts in the Middle East kill and displace women and children. Women struggle to survive in silence."
Women's participation in peace processes
Rukiye Muhammed calls on women to participate in peace processes because "this is not a situation that men can solve. If women participate in peace processes, peace will become permanent. As women, we should break the patriarchy and bring peace and security to the Middle East. We must turn the 21st century into a century of Jin,Jiyan, Azadi." >>
Source incl. video: https://jinhaagency.com/en/actual/we-must-turn-the-21st-century-into-a-century-of-jin-jiyan-azadi-35978?page=1

Jinha - Womens News Agency - Nov. 11, 2024 - by SELAM AL-OMER
<<Women executed in Idlib under false accusations and pretexts
Women are arrested and killed under false accusations and pretexts in the city of Idlib controlled by the Turkish state and Turkish-backed Hay'at Tahrir al-Sham (HTS).
Idlib- Women living in Idlib, controlled by the Turkish state and Turkish-backed Hay'at al-Sham (HTS) face more oppression. Being treated as second-class citizens, women are subjected to rights violations every day. The situation of the women held in prison under false accusations and pretexts is worse. The women held in prison are subjected to torture, unfair trials and death sentences.
Her sister executed by HTS
The sister of Suad Al-Gharib (38) was accused of adultery and executed by the HTS. "Although my sister was innocent, she was forcibly arrested under false accusations because she refused to marry one of the members of HTS," Suad Al-Gharib told NuJINHA. Her sister was executed after a week in prison. "She did not have a lawyer to defend her. My family could not do anything in fear."
'My daughter was executed in a week'
The daughter of Rawaa Nassif (45) was arrested and executed by the HTS on charges of <collaborating with foreign organizations>. "My sister was a kind-hearted person. I do not understand how she was accused of something like this. My daughter was arrested by the members of the HTS without any explanation. We received no information from her for a week. Then, we were told that she had been executed. She was executed in a week."
Rawaa Nassif was not allowed to see her daughter for the last time and hold a funeral ceremony for her.
According to human rights activists, some of the charges against women by the HTS are <enmity against God,> or <insulting Islamic sanctities>, <cooperating with the Syrian government> or <cooperating with foreign powers> and <adultery>. "What is going on in Idlib is the exploitation of religious authority to impose absolute control over society," said human rights activist Rula Haj Ahmed. "The members of the HTS do not believe in the principles of justice, and what they do is to terrorize the entire society. They produce false accusations against women to control the entire society." >>
Source: https://jinhaagency.com/en/actual/women-executed-in-idlib-under-false-accusations-and-pretexts-35963?page=1

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Zainab Misbah Al-Ahirsh
Medyanews - Nov. 15, 2024 - by MONA TOUKA
<<'Awareness Ambassadors' aim to promote women’s political participation in Libya
Female Awareness Ambassadors, under the supervision of the Women's Support Unit, have carried out various activities to promote women's political participation in Libya.
Libya- The Awareness Ambassadors Project, a program launched by the Women's Support Unit of Yemen's High National Elections Commission, aims to promote women's political participation in Libya. Female Awareness Ambassadors carry out activities such as seminars and meetings especially during election processes to advance women's political participation. "Female ambassadors in Sabha received a series of training. They know everything about election processes," said Zainab Misbah Al-Ahirsh, an employee of the Women's Support Unit in the city of Sabha. "The ambassadors in Sabha played an important role in promoting women's political participation at previous elections. We hope that they will play a more effective role in the upcoming elections." Speaking about the activities of the ambassadors, she said, "Despite all the challenges, they play an important role in raising awareness among women by distributing leaflets and holding awareness-raising seminars. One of the challenges faced by them is the lack of transportation. They have to travel to remote regions in order to raise awareness. We overcome these challenges to increase women's turnout in elections." Pointing out that their aim is to reach women in all regions in the country, Zainab Misbah Al-Ahirsh said, "We received a series of training to teach women how to register to vote and get a voter registration card. All these efforts aim to raise awareness of women's political participation. The visible improvement in women’s situation makes us feel good."
Zainab Misbah Al-Ahirsh concluded her speech with the following words:
"Despite the traditions and challenges faced by women, I am hopeful that more women will participate in politics and decision-making positions. Women will play an effective role in the building of society in the future. We will keep working so that everyone has equal opportunities." >>
Source incl. video: https://jinhaagency.com/en/actual/awareness-ambassadors-aim-to-promote-women-s-political-participation-in-libya-35984


Two of the 'Liberators of Shengal'
Jinha - Womens News Agency - Nov. 14, 2024 - by CILAN ROJ
<<Liberation of Shengal: 'I ran barefoot to my house with happiness'
Shengal (Sinjar) was liberated from ISIS on November 13, 2015. "I ran barefoot to my house with happiness," said one of the witnesses of the liberation of Shengal.
Shengal (Sinjar)- On August 4, 2014, ISIS started its genocidal attacks on Shengal. Shengal was liberated by freedom fighters on November 13, 2015, thanks to a great resistance. Following the liberation of Shengal from ISIS, many Yazidis returned to their homeland and rebuilt their lives with the paradigm of the Kurdish leader Abdullah Ocalan. On June 10, 2014, ISIS attacked Mosul and took control of the city in one day without facing any response. After occupying Mosul, ISIS headed to Shengal on August 3, 2014. Before ISIS started its genocidal attacks on Shengal, 12,000 KDP and Iraqi soldiers had left Shengal, leaving the Yazidis alone. Due to the betrayal of the Kurdistan Democratic Party (KDP), ISIS killed thousands of Yazidis, abducted thousands of women and children and sold Yazidi women in slave markets. The fighters of the HPG, YJA-STAR, YPJ and YPG went to Shengal and rescued thousands of Yazidis from genocide by opening a humanitarian corridor between Rojava and Shengal.
Yazidis formed their own defense forces
Yazidis formed their own militias- the Shengal Resistance Units (YBŞ) and the Shengal Women's Units (YJŞ)- to liberate their hometown. The freedom fighters cleared Shengal of ISIS step by step. On November 13, 2015, the liberation of Shengal from ISIS was announced.
'We did not think we could see Shengal again'
NuJINHA spoke to women, who witnessed the liberation of Shengal. "We did not think we could see Shengal again," said Qimet Xwededa. "However, Shengal was liberated from ISIS thanks to the guerrillas. The guerrillas did everything to liberate Shengal. Many fighters were killed while fighting ISIS in Shengal."
'I ran barefoot to my house with happiness'
The number of freedom fighters in Shengal was few, Qimet Xwededa said. "The fighters and our children fought and liberated Shengal together. When I heard that Shengal was completely liberated from ISIS, I ran barefoot to my house in Xanesor with happiness."
'Yazidis must unite against the enemy'
Although 10 years have passed since the liberation of Shengal, dirty plans of Shengal continue, Qimet Xwededa told NuJINHA. "Yazidis in camps have not yet returned because of the dirty plans of the enemy. Yazidis must unite against the enemy."
'We felt happy and sad at the same time'
Pakiz Celal, member of the Council of Martyrs' Families in Shengal, was in the village of Gohbal when she heard the liberation of Shengal. "We felt happy and sad at the same time because many of our people were killed while fighting ISIS. After the liberation of Shengal, we went there; we found the bones of people killed by ISIS." Pointing to the situation of women after the genocide," she said, "Yazidi women have educated themselves with the thoughts and philosophy of leader Apo. There is no difference between men and women." Pakiz Celal thinks that the genocide against the Yazidi community has not ended yet. "The Barzani family sold us on the day of the genocide and now they attack us by cooperating with the enemy." >>
Source incl. video: https://jinhaagency.com/en/actual/liberation-of-shengal-i-ran-barefoot-to-my-house-with-happiness-35979?page=1


Afghan women express their solidarity
Jinha - Womens News Agency - Nov. 13, 2024 - BAHARIN LEHIB
<<Afghan women express their solidarity with Warisha Moradi
Afghan women call on the Iranian authorities to dismiss the death sentences for Warisha Moradi and Pakhshan Azizi, saying, "Condemning the death sentences is insufficient. A joint struggle is a must."
Kabul- The Iranian government keeps using the death penalty against women demanding freedom. On November 10, Warisha Moradi, a women's rights defender and member of the East Kurdistan Free Women Society (KJAR) who was arrested by Iranian security forces on August 1, 2023, was sentenced to death by Branch 15 of the Tehran Islamic Revolutionary Court on charges of <armed rebellion> against the Iranian regime. Expressing their solidarity with the women in Iran and Eastern Kurdistan, Afghan women say "a joint struggle against the oppression of religious ideologies is a must."
'We suffer from the same oppression'
"The Iranian regime has sentenced Warisha Moradi and Pakhshan Azizi for defending women's rights," said Mina Askari, a children's rights activist in Afghanistan. "The aim is to silence the voices of those fighting for freedom. Women in Afghanistan and Iran suffer from the same oppression. We express our solidarity with Warisha Moradi, Pakhshan Azizi and all women political prisoners in Iran. We demand immediate release of all political prisoners. In Iran, women are targeted because they play an important role in uprisings," said Yalda Ahmed, an Afghan psychologist and women's rights activist. "The resistance and courage of Iranian women has become a role model for women fighting for freedom all around the world." >>
View video here: https://jinhaagency.com/en/actual/afghan-women-call-on-the-iranian-authorities-to-dismiss-the-death-sentences-for-warisha-moradi-and-pakhshan-azizi-saying-condemning-the-death-sentences-is-insufficient-a-joint-35976?page=1
Medyanews - November 13, 2024
<<Yarsan community celebrate Khavandan amid marginalisation in Iran
The Yarsan community gathers to celebrate Khavandan, also known as Xawandkar or Xawenkar, a major festival of traditional music and vibrant cultural practices. Bringing Yarsanis together to honour their heritage, Khavandan highlights the deep cultural roots and unity of the community.
The ethno-religious Yarsan community, primarily based in western Iran and eastern Iraq, has gathered to celebrate Khavandan (also known as Xawandkar or Xawenkar), an annual festival held from late October to mid-November. This significant religious ceremony unites Yarsanis, predominantly Kurds, from the provinces of Kermanshah (Kirmansah), Lorestan, and Ilam in Iranian Kurdistan, as well as from Kirkuk (Kerkuk) in the Kurdistan Region of Iraq (KRI). Khavandan, also known as the Festival of Friends, serves as both a spiritual and communal event where followers honour Khavandagar (comparable to the concept of God) and Sultan Sahak, a Kurdish mystic considered an incarnation of Khavandagar. According to Sar Anjam, the Yarsani Holy Book, the festival commemorates the release of Sultan Sahak and his companions from prison, marking a turning point in Yarsan history and a time of renewed devotion and unity. The Yarsan faith, also known as Ahl-e Haqq (People of Truth), is one of the oldest in the Middle East, with an estimated three million followers in Iran, mainly in the western, predominantly Kurdish provinces. A further 120,000 to 150,000 Yarsanis, commonly known as Kaka'i, live in Iraq. Identifying primarily with the Kurdish ethnicity, the Yarsan have preserved their distinctive cultural and spiritual practices over the centuries, with music deeply woven into their identity. Both women and men play central roles in these traditions, often performing with the tanbour and daf - sacred instruments - in Yarsan rituals. During Khavandan, the resonant sounds of the tanbour and the rhythmic beats of the daf fill the air with hymns that tell the stories of their faith, celebrating their heritage in music that is at once mournful and uplifting. The Yarsan community has long faced marginalisation due to their unique religious beliefs and culture. In Iran, where the government does not officially recognise the Yarsan religion, many Yarsanis have been prevented from openly practising their faith, making them vulnerable to discrimination. Yet the Yarsan community perseveres, holding on to their music, rituals and festivals as powerful expressions of their identity and heritage. For the Yarsan, the Khavandan festival is not only a spiritual celebration, but also an affirmation of cultural pride and resilience. The vibrant, traditional dress of Yarsan women and men, combined with the sounds of the tanbour and daf, highlight a culture that, though often suppressed, thrives in its vitality and endurance.>>
Source: https://medyanews.net/yarsan-community-celebrate-khavandan-amid-marginalisation-in-iran/


Struggle is a source of morale
Jinha - Womens News Agency - Nov. 13, 2024 - by MEDINE MAMEDOGLU
<<'Struggle is a source of morale'
The Free Women's Movement (TJA) has organized awareness-raising workshops to mark the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women. "Struggle is the source of morale," said TJA member Arzu Karaman.
Amed (Diyarbakır)- As every year, women commemorate the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women. This year, women will take to the streets against the increase in violence against women in Kurdistan, Turkiye and all around the world, by chanting the "Jin, Jiyan, Azadi" slogan. On November 6, 2024, the Free Women's Movement (Kurdish: Tevgera Jinen Azad-TJA) announced a declaration about its activities and events to mark the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women. According to the declaration, the TJA will organize women's gatherings, workshops and a march in Amed. In an interview with NuJINHA, Arzu Karaman, member of the TJA, gave information about their activities and events.>>
Read it here incl. video here: https://jinhaagency.com/en/actual/struggle-is-a-source-of-morale-35974

Medyanews - Nov. 12, 2024
<<Amedspor releases new anthem symbolising Kurdish resilience amid supportive fan chants
Amedspor, the well-known football club of the Kurdish-majority city of Diyarbakır (Amed) in Turkey, has released a powerful new anthem, declaring itself "the hope and resistance of a people". At recent games, fans have chanted in solidarity with Kurdish towns faced with their elected mayors being replaced by government-appointed administrators or <trustees>, underlining Amedspor's role as more than a sports team and solidifiyng its position as a symbol of Kurdish identity and resilience. Amedspor, a prominent Kurdish-majority football club based in Diyarbakır (Amed) in Turkey, recently released a video introducing a new anthem that has gone viral on social media. The song, which is more than just a club chant, reflects the deeper identity and values associated with Amedspor: "You are not just a football club, you are the hope and resistance of a people." This statement captures the enduring symbolism of Amedspor within Turkey's Kurdish community, where the club is seen as an emblem of resilience and cultural pride. During a recent match against Keçiorengucu, Amedspor fans voiced their support for the ongoing resistance against the government's appointment of administrators, or <trustees> in place of elected mayors in Kurdish-majority communities. Cities in Turkey are recognised by all by their vehicle registration codes. The code for Şanlıurfa (Riha), where Halfeti (Xelfetî) is located, is 63, and that of Batman (Elih) is 72. In the 63rd minute, the fans chanted "Xelfeti" and in the 72nd minute they chanted, "Everywhere is Batman, everywhere is resistance", in a powerful statement of their support of the communities of these two places, where the elected mayors have been deposed and replaced, reflecting solidarity with other Kurdish cities and protest against Turkey's trustee policy. Amedspor, formally known as Amed Sportif Faaliyetler, is a focal point of both pride and controversy. Known for its cultural and political significance in the Kurdish majority regions of Turkey, the club represents more than sport - it symbolises Kurdish identity, resilience and the struggle against political repression. The club's name change to 'Amed', the Kurdish name for Diyarbakır, in 2015 was a pivotal moment that further cemented the club as a cultural icon, but also led to increased nationalist and racist backlash, sometimes culminating in violent incidents on and off the pitch. The football club's commitment to its Kurdish roots has sometimes put it at odds with national authorities. Expressions of Kurdish identity at Amedspor's games, including political statements, have often led to sanctions from the Turkish Football Federation. Both players and fans have faced discriminatory treatment, ranging from hostile environments in away matches to racial abuse from opposing fans and disproportionate disciplinary measures. Despite these challenges, Amedspor continues to foster unity and advocate for equality, using its platform in Turkish football to emphasise Kurdish cultural pride and resilience. After a triumphant season, Amedspor secured a place in Turkey's First League in April 2024, marking a significant achievement for the club. As the team continues to face challenges, its supporters remain steadfast, rallying behind the anthem's message of hope and perseverance.>>
Source incl. video-Anthem: https://medyanews.net/amedspor-releases-new-anthem-symbolising-kurdish-resilience-amid-supportive-fan-chants/

Jinha - Womens News Agency - Nov. 12, 2024
<<TJA members stand trial
The first hearing of the trial against 11 TJA members on charges of <membership in an illegal organization> was held today. The next hearing will be held on February 13, 2025. The first hearing of the trial against 11 women, members of the Free Women's Movement (Kurdish: Tevgera Jinen Azad-TJA), on charges of <membership in an illegal organization> was held Tuesday at the Istanbul 25th High Criminal Court. The women and their lawyers attended the hearing, monitored by Peoples' Equality and Democracy Party (DEM Party) Istanbul MP Ozgul Saki, the members of the Women's Time Association, the Peace Mothers' Initiative and the TJA. At the hearing, the lawyer of the women requested the lift of the "judicial control" decision against the women. The judge rejected the request of the lawyers. Next hearing will be held on February 13, 2025.>>
Source: https://jinhaagency.com/en/actual/tja-members-stand-trial-35971?page=1


Asya Gharbi
Jinha - Womens News Agency - Nov. 12, 2024 - by YUSRA AL-EHMED
<<'Turkish attacks aim to revive ISIS'
The Turkish attacks on North and East Syria aim to "revive ISIS", said Asya Gharbi, member of the Syrian Women’s Council. "If ISIS is revived, it will pose a threat to the whole world."
Raqqa- The Turkish state has intensified its attacks on North and East Syria while the international silence against the attacks continues.
'Turkish attacks aim to revive ISIS'
"The ongoing Turkish attacks on North and East Syria aim to sabotage the stability and to revive ISIS," said Asya Gharbi, member of the Syrian Women's Council. "Since the establishment of the system based on democracy in North and East Syria, the Turkish state has been attacking the region to destroy our system. The Turkish attacks target critical civilian infrastructure, including power and oil plants and water facilities."
'The security of the whole world is at stake'
Noting that the Autonomous Administration of North and East Syria (AANES) aims to end the Syrian crisis and to ensure the unity of Syria, Asya Gharbi said, "The policies pursued by ISIS against the people and women when it controlled the region are the same as the policies pursued by the Turkish state today. What has been going on shows that the Turkish state financially supports ISIS. The increase in the attacks on North and East Syria aim to revive ISIS. The security of the whole world is at stake." Calling on the international community to break its silence, Asya Gharbi said, "Since the beginning of the Syrian crisis, the international community has remained silent against the Turkish attacks, giving green light to the Turkish occupation. The Turkish occupation poses a threat not only to North and East Syria, but also to the whole world. We call on the international community to fulfill its responsibilities by putting pressure on the Turkish state to stop its occupation in North and East Syria.">>
View video here: https://jinhaagency.com/en/actual/turkish-attacks-aim-to-revive-isis-35970?page=1


Women of Afrin
Jinha - Womens News Agency - Nov. 12, 2024 - by HESNA MIHEMED
<<Women of Afrin: Our aim is to ensure the physical freedom of leader Apo
"Our aim is to ensure the physical freedom of leader Apo," said the women of Afrin, stressing that the isolation imposed on Kurdish leader Abdullah Ocalan is a form of torture.
Shahba- Peoples' Equality and Democracy Party (DEM Party) Riha (Urfa) MP Omer Ocalan announced on the social media platform X that he met Kurdish leader Abdullah Ocalan on October 23, 2024 in the prison island of Imrali; first contact with Abdullah Ocalan after 44 months. Since then, the family members and lawyers of Abdullah Ocalan have applied to meet him; however, they have received no response.
'What is happening in Imrali is a form of torture'
Selwa Zenki, a displaced woman of Afrin living in Shahba, commented on the isolation imposed on Kurdish leader Abdullah Ocalan and the disciplinary punishments against him. "Leader Apo met his family member after 44 months. We felt relieved when we heard about this meeting. What is happening in Imrali is a form of torture. The Turkish state inflicts disciplinary punishments against leader Apo. We demand the physical freedom of leader Apo. Our demand is the release of leader Apo from the prison island of Imrali," said Dicle Mihemed, another displaced woman of Afrin living in Shahba. "We organize protests, demanding his physical freedom."
'The freedom of leader Apo will solve all problems'
Silvane Hemo talked about the arrest of Kurdish leader Abdullah Ocalan in 1999. "His arrest was a violation of international law and conventions," Silvane Hemo said, demanding the immediate release of Abdullah Ocalan. "The Turkish state inflicts disciplinary punishments against leader Apo by violating international conventions. Thanks to the thoughts and ideology of leader Apo, women have recognized their identity. Leader Apo says 'I have the theoretical and practical power to move this process from a ground of conflict and violence to a legal and political ground'. The freedom of leader Apo will solve all problems." >>
View video here: https://jinhaagency.com/en/actual/women-of-afrin-our-aim-is-to-ensure-the-physical-freedom-of-leader-apo-35969?page=1


Dr Hind Faruk Abdullah
Jinha - Womens News Agency - Nov. 12, 2024 - by ESMAA FATHI
<<Girls in Egypt make 'extraordinary' efforts to exist in sports
Girls have fewer opportunities to get involved in sports than boys have, said Dr Hind Faruk Abdullah. "They have to make extraordinary efforts to achieve their goals."
Cairo- In Egypt, violence against women is rising due to deepening gender inequality while women and girls do their best to break gender stereotypes and participate in all facets of life. Women and girls involved in sports make great efforts to break gender stereotypes.
'They make great efforts to achieve their goals'
Dr. Hind Faruk Abdullah, an academic at the Faculty of Physical Education for Girls, Helwan University, got involved in sports because her mother asked her to be a physical education teacher. "I did my best to become a physical education teacher," she told us. "Girls have more passion in sports than boys because they strive to prove themselves. They make great efforts to achieve their goals."
'They need to be encouraged'
Hind Faruk Abdullah thinks that one of the biggest challenges faced by girls in sports is the financial challenge. "Today, both boys and girls are involved in sports and athletics. Girls need to be encouraged because they have made extraordinary efforts to achieve their goals." >>
Source: https://jinhaagency.com/en/actual/girls-in-egypt-make-extraordinary-efforts-to-exist-in-sports-35968


Narin Guran
Medyanews - Nov. 11, 2024
<<Turkey: Four defendants remain in custody at start of Narin Guran murder trial
The first hearing in the murder trial of eight-year-old Narin Guran has concluded with four defendants remaining in custody amid contradictory testimonies and unanswered questions. Contradictory testimonies and evasive answers marked the first hearing of the Narin Güran murder trial at Diyarbakır (Amed) High Criminal Court, as four defendants face potential life sentences for the murder of the eight-year-old. The court confirmed on Saturday the continued remand in custody of mother Yuksel Guran, brother Enes Guran, uncle Salim Guran and neighbour Nevzat Bahtiyar at the end of the three-day hearing. The case involves 22 defendants in total, with prosecutors seeking life imprisonment for four of them. Narin Guran was murdered on 21 August in the village of Tavşantepe (Çuli), Diyarbakır. During the hearing, defendants repeatedly responded with <I don't know> or <I don't remember> to crucial questions about the circumstances of her death. The case has drawn nationwide attention, with protesters across Turkey demanding transparency in the investigation. Allegations of evidence tampering by state officials have fuelled concerns about the integrity of the case. The family's connection to the Free Cause Party (HUDA-PAR) has introduced political dimensions to the investigation and raised questions about potential motives behind the murder.>>
Source: https://medyanews.net/turkey-four-defendants-remain-in-custody-at-start-of-narin-guran-murder-trial/

Medyanews - Nov. 11, 2024
<<Human rights groups demand release of severely ill prisoners in Turkey
Rights activists in İstanbul and Ankara have staged protests calling for the release of two critically ill prisoners with disability ratings over 80%, who remain in jail despite medical advice, raising further concerns about health care in prisons. Human rights defenders in Turkey are demanding the immediate release of two severely ill political prisoners who require constant medical care, one of whom is barely able to walk, the other unable to recognise family members. Dede Anıl, a 98% disabled political prisoner held in Marmara No 1 L-Type Prison, was the focus of the 659th 'F Sit-in' protest (named for F-type prisons, now called L-type) outside the office of the Human Rights Association (İHD) in Beyoglu, İstanbul, while activists in Ankara drew attention to the condition of Melek Akgun in Kayseri Women's Prison in their 531st weekly demonstration. Anıl suffers from heart failure, COPD and fibromyalgia, along with partial paralysis and severe brain damage, according to former political prisoner Nevzat Açan. Anıl's former wife said after visiting him, "He's like a half-dead person. He doesn't remember our 20-year marriage and cries like a child constantly." Ignoring an 82% disability report issued by a state hospital for Anıl on 24 January, Turkey's Forensic Medicine Institute ruled on 22 July that he was fit to remain in detention. Akgun (58), who was arrested on 6 February 2024, likewise received an 82% disability rating, due to multiple conditions including heart disease, COPD and chronic kidney failure. In an interview with Mezopotamya Agency on Sunday, the İHD's Hakkari (Colemerg) Branch Co-Chair Sibel Çapraz highlighted that the Prison Administration and Observation Board has blocked the release of 8,521 prisoners, including those with severe illnesses. "The Board makes completely arbitrary decisions, preventing the release of prisoners who have completed their sentences, using fabricated pretexts to justify the decisions. The decisions made by the board are not fair. The Prison Administration and Observation Board must be closed immediately," she said. "According to İHD data, there are 1,517 ill prisoners, of whom 651 are in a critical condition," said Nuray Çevirmen, İHD Central Executive Board member. "The state is responsible for protecting the right to life both under domestic law and under international conventions that Turkey has signed.">>
Source: https://medyanews.net/human-rights-groups-demand-release-of-severely-ill-prisoners-in-turkey/


Iraqi woman in al-Hol camp
Jinha - Womens News Agency - Nov. 11, 2024 - SORGUL ŞEXO
<<Iraqi women in al-Hol camp: We want to return to our country
"The families of ISIS take our freedom from us, using us like a toy," said Iraqi women living in al-Hol camp. "We want to return to our country."
Hasakah- On November 6, 2024, the Women's Defense Units (YPJ), the People's Defense Units (YPG), the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) and the Internal Security Forces launched a large-scale operation called <Permanent Security> against ISIS in and around al-Hol camp, northeast Syria.
The camp, located approximately 13 kilometers from the Iraqi border in Hasakah, was originally established for Iraqi refugees in 1991. In 2003, It was reopened after the U.S. invasion of Iraq as one of three camps at the Iraqi-Syrian border. In 2013, the camp was closed down again. In 2016, the camp was reopened in 2016 when anti-ISIS operations began in Iraq, sending thousands of Iraqi civilians across the border into Syria in search of safety. The camp hosts about 39,899 people, including 17, 410 Iraqi refugees. In the camp, there are also ISIS members from 42 countries, 90% of them are women and children. Iraqi refugees living in the camp want to return to their country. Since 2021, the administration of the camp has worked coordinately with the Iraqi government and the Autonomous Administration of North and East Syria to ensure the return of Iraqi refugees to their country. The Iraqi refugees are first transferred to a camp in Mosul and then to their homeland.
'We want to return to Iraq'
Muna Xelil Îbrahîm is an Iraq woman living in al-Hol camp. "When ISIS attacked our city, Fallujah, we went to the Syrian border. We looked for a safe place for our children. Then, we settled in al-Hol camp. Now, we want to return to Iraq due to the atrocity of ISIS members in the camp."
'Women and children are the victims of this war'
Muna Xelil Ibrahim called on the Iraqi government to hear their voices now. "All Iraqi women living in the camp want to return to Iraq. Women and children are the victims of this war."
'We demand an urgent solution'
Henan Şihade Hemad, an Iraqi refugee from the town of Henan Şihade Hemad, lived with her parents and children in the camp. "My parents returned to Iraq. I stay in the camp with my children. We spend our days and nights in fear. The families of ISIS take our freedom from us, using us like a toy. We have been living in the camp for seven years," said Cemila Feyad Hemed, a refugee from Iraq’s Anbar province. "We left our homeland due to ISIS attacks. We have no safety in the camp due to ISIS families. I want to return to our country and work as a farmer there. We demand an urgent solution." >>
Source: https://jinhaagency.com/en/actual/iraqi-women-in-al-hol-camp-we-want-to-return-to-our-country-35965?page=1


Women in Elih
Jinha - Womens News Agency - Nov. 11, 2024 - by MEDINE MAMEDOGLU
<<Women in Elih welcome November 25 fighting against usurpation of their will
Women of Elih welcome November 25, fighting against the usurpation of their will. "We will take to the streets the appointed trustees targeting women."
Elih (Batman)- Women in Kurdistan and Turkiye have already kicked off their activities and events to mark the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, November 25. Inspired by the Mirabal sisters' resistance, the women will take to the streets to protest all forms of gender-based violence. The protests that sparked in Elih (Batman) following the removal of elected co-mayors from office on November 4, continues while the women of Elih welcome November 25, fighting against the usurpation of their will. "Our city was governed by appointed trustees for eight years," said Çigdem Bilen, a city council member. "For eight years, no activities were organized for women. What the appointed trustees did in eight years was to close down women's organizations and to destroy women's gains." The People's Equality and Democracy Party (DEM Party) won Kurdish municipalities in the local elections held on March 31, 2024. However, Turkish Ministry of Internal Affairs removed the elected co-mayors of Mardin, Elih (Batman) and Xelfeti (Halfeti), three municipalities run by the Peoples' Equality and Democracy Party (DEM Party), from office and appointed trustees in their place. "As women, we fight against the usurpation of our will, instead of preparing a program for November 25," Çigdem Bilen said.
"We struggle to take our municipality back. The appointment of non-elected trustees to municipalities is also a form of violence against women, usurping women's right to elect and be elected."
'We will resist like the Mirabal sisters'
Women fight against the appointed trustees, said Gulnur Deli, another city council member. "The will of the people has been ignored once again. But everyone should know very well that we will resist like the Mirabal sisters, who resisted fascism and dictatorship. We welcome November 25 by fighting against usurpation of our will. The trustee was appointed to our municipality while we were visiting neighborhoods and inviting people to participate in our activities to eliminate violence against women," said Tuba Demir. "Today, we protest the usurpation of our will and we will protest the usurpation of our will and violence against women on November 25. We will break this patriarchal mindset together. I call on all women to be in solidarity with us." >>
Source incl. video: https://jinhaagency.com/en/actual/women-in-Elih-welcome-november-25-fighting-against-usurpation-of-their-will-35964?page=1


Xelide Boti
Jinha - Womens News Agency - Nov. 11, 2024 - by DELAL RAMAZAN
<<'We must turn every day into a resistance against violence and discrimination'
"We must turn every day into a resistance against violence and discrimination," said Xelide Boti, coordinating member of Kongra Star in Hasakah.
Hasakah- The International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, November 25, is an important opportunity to strengthen women's organizations, make their voices heard and unite their demands. November 25 was first declared as the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women at the first Feminist Encuentro for Latin America and the Caribbean held in Bogota, Colombia in 1981 to honor the Mirabal sisters, three sisters who were assassinated on November 25, 1960 by Dictator Trujillo. In an interview with NuJINHA, Xelide Boti, coordinating member of Kongra Star in Hasakah, talked about their activities to mark November 25 and increase in gender-based violence.
Activities in villages, towns
Xelide Boti started her speech by condemning violence against women, saying, "Women fight together against gender-based violence. Kongra Star will organize activities and events, in cooperation with NGOs and political parties, to raise awareness of violence against women. Meetings, seminars and training will be held in villages and towns of Hasakah. In addition, a three-day workshop on gender equality will be held for men."
'Women must unite occupation attacks'
Calling on all women of North and East Syria to take to the streets for their rights, Xelide Boti said, "Women must unite to fight for freedom, against the patriarchal mindset and the occupation attacks of the Turkish state."
'We must turn every day into a resistance against violence and discrimination'
Women must unite to defend themselves and achieve social equality, Xelide Boti said, "One day is insufficient to condemn violence against women and femicide. We must turn every day into a resistance against violence, femicide and discrimination." >>
Source incl. video: https://jinhaagency.com/en/actual/we-must-turn-every-day-into-a-resistance-against-violence-and-discrimination-35962

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