KURDISTAN
KCK: A new historical era has begun with the founding of the PKK
KCK calls on everyone to increase the struggle within the scope of the global freedom campaign, to work and struggle more for the construction of the free individual and democratic commune life.
HSM on the 46th anniversary of the PKK: We will march on to our historic tasks with greater effort
“In its 46-year struggle, the PKK has created the reality of a heroic people that has walked from non-existence to existence, from exhaustion to resurrection, from genocide to liberation, from colonialism to independence and freedom," HSM said.
Konak: We won't surrender our will to occupying forces disregarding people's sovereignity
Cevdet Konak, the co-mayor of Dersim whose authority was usurped said: "We will not surrender our will to the occupying forces that disregard the Kurdish people's sovereignty."Latest News
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15 August 1984, first PKK bullet fired on the Turkish army
15 August 1984 is an important date for the Turkish-Kurdish conflict as it marks the first PKK (Kurdistan Workers’ Party) attack, led by Mahsum Korkmaz (known as “Agit”). -
Memorial ceremony at the grave of Zeki Şengali
Two years after the death of the Yezidi politician Zeki Şengali, a memorial ceremony has taken place at his grave in the region of Shengal in Southern Kurdistan (Northern Iraq). -
YBŞ Command pays tribute to Mam Zeki Şengali
""Turkey will not be able to break the will and alliance of the peoples of the region with the martyrdom of Mam Zeki. Today, thousands of people are following the footsteps of Mam Zeki," YBŞ said. -
Karayılan: 15 August 1984 marks a new page on Kurdish history
People's Defense Center Headquarters Commander Murat Karayılan spoke about the 15 August Initiative and how its legacy is marking the current phase of struggle. -
HPG Dersim Command: Civilians should avoid military areas
The HPG Command in Dersim warns the people against intensive activities of state’s counter-guerrilla forces in the province and calls for the avoidance of military areas so that civilians are not harmed in actions. -
HPG: Turkish army started a fire and destroyed gardens in Dersim
According to HPG, the Turkish army started a forest fire and destroyed gardens during a military operation in Dersim. Several guerrilla areas in Southern Kurdistan have been bombed. -
Eight people detained in Cizre
The Turkish regime’s political genocide against the Kurdish population continues unabated. -
YRK announces the identities of Asos martyrs
The YRK has published the names of its seven fighters who died in the Turkish drone attack near Mawat in Southern Kurdistan on Friday a week ago. -
From 15 August 1984 to Heftanin 2020
YJA Star commander Berfin Nurhak draws a historical line from the beginning of the PKK's armed struggle on 15 August 1984 and the resistance against the Turkish invasion of Heftanin today. -
Turkish army bombs a vehicle in Southern Kurdistan
The Turkish state continues its genocidal attacks against Southern Kurdistan (Northern Iraq). -
Goran Goyî, one of the martyrs of Xantûr
Guerrilla life is the name of a journey. With every step you discover something new. The guerrilla world is a waterfall of love. It flows uninterruptedly to all hearts. -
HPG: 9 soldiers killed in Hakkari and Şırnak
Nine soldiers of the Turkish army were killed during guerrilla actions in Hakkari and Şırnak. -
Demonstrators call for the resignation of the KRG
In Southern Kurdistan, demonstrators have demanded the resignation of the regional government. The "New Generation Movement" has called for the protests against corruption and mismanagement. -
Guerrilla commander martyred during meeting with Iraqi officials
HPG published the name of the guerrilla commander who was killed on Tuesday after a meeting with Iraqi officials in Southern Kurdistan. Turkey bombarded the scene with a combat drone. -
Iranian forces kill a kolbar, torture another
Iranian regime forces continue their attacks on kolbars (load carriers for daily wage) and kesibkars (border traders) at the border between Eastern and Southern Kurdistan. -
KCK: KRG must take a stand against the Turkish state
The KCK's Foreign Affairs Committee calls on the regional government of Southern Kurdistan to take a stand against the attacks of the Turkish state and to participate in the defence of the Kurdish people. -
HPG Press Centre releases identity of guerrillas fallen in Elazığ
HPG Press Centre released a statement disclosing the identity of two martyrs who fell in Elazığ. -
Five soldiers killed in guerrilla actions
Five soldiers of the Turkish army were killed during guerrilla actions in Heftanîn, Xakurke and Hakkari. -
HPG: Turkey deliberately attacked Iraqi forces
HPG said that the fascist Turkish state has blatantly targeted the Iraqi military on Tuesday. -
Guerrillas hit Turkish troops in Xantur, Heftanin
Guerrillas continue inflicting blows on the Turkish army in Kurdistan territory. -
HPG guerrilla laid to rest in Mardin
Guerrilla fighter Ahmet Korhan was buried in the province of Mardin. Korhan was martyred in a clash with the Turkish army on 17 December 2019. -
Over 18,000 Coronavirus cases in Southern Kurdistan
Posting highest single-day total, Kurdistan Region passes 18,000 officially recorded Coronavirus cases. -
HPG reports guerilla actions from Dersim to Heftanin
Turkish troops have been targeted by guerrillas in several regions of Northern and Southern Kurdistan. According to HPG, at least seven soldiers were killed. Three guerrillas died in the resistance in Heftanin. -
Turkish attack kills two Iraqi Border Guards commanders - UPDATE
Increasing attacks and activities by the Turkish army in Southern Kurdistan, Northern Iraq. -
Co-mayor of Varto released from prison
Ülkü Karaaslan (HDP), the co-mayor of Varto who was arrested at the end of 2019, has been released from prison. Her trial for alleged membership of a terrorist organization continues.