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• HDP's Oluç: Government engages in separatism even in earthquakes 

  The Turkish government is refusing aid deliveries from Kurdish municipalities to the earthquake victims in Elazığ. HDP politician Saruhan Oluç criticises the procedure as political instrumentalisation and speaks of separatism.
• Deposed co-mayor of Kocaköy remains in prison 

  25 mayors of the HDP were arrested and trustees have been appointed by the Turkish Ministry of the Interior to 38 municipalities in Northern Kurdistan.
• KCK calls for solidarity with the earthquake victims 

  The KCK called for solidarity with the victims of the earthquake in Northern Kurdistan: "It is of utmost importance not to wait for the state but to show solidarity with the earthquake victims.”
• Over 948 aftershocks in Elazig, 21 serious 

  Over 948 aftershocks followed Elazig 6.8 magnitude earthquake. The number of victims reached 39.
• Solidarity night with Rojava in Lyon 

  Money collected in the event will be sent to Rojava.
• Number of victims in earthquake increases to 39 

  After the 6.8 magnitude earthquake in Elazig, search and rescue activities are continuing in Sürsürü District.
• Emilia Romagna says 'No' to right wing Salvini 

  The "Red Region" as Emilia Romagna was traditionally known, dealt a blow to right wing politician Matteo Salvini.
• Ceasefire ends in Libya, as clashes resume 

  The ceasefire brokered in Libya by Moscow and Ankara has actually ended. Haftar forces set off towards the port city of Misrata, clashes are taking place.
• One dead in Baghdad protests 

  One protester was killed in Baghdad and more than 100 demonstrators were hurt in the violence in the capital and several other cities after the security forces tried to clear sit-in protest camps.
• Former Brazilian president Lula says struggle for democracy vital 

  The former president called the Minister of Justice Moro "a liar" and challenged him to show some evidence against him.
• Rockets reported around the US embassy in Baghdad 

  Many rockets were shot around the American embassy in Baghdad, reports say.
• HDP: Government obstructs solidarity with earthquake victims 

  After the earthquake in Elazığ, the Turkish government does not allow any help from non-governmental organizations into the disaster area. The HDP condemns the AKP's actions and speaks of "sabotage of solidarity".
• German army resumes Peshmerga training 

  The German army resumes the training of Peshmerga fighters in Southern Kurdistan, which was interrupted after the escalation in the conflict between the US and Iran.
• Elazığ earthquake: UN in solidarity and offers support 

  “The United Nations expresses its solidarity with Turkey and has offered support”, said Mr. Dujarric.
• Aid for earthquake victims: HDP criticises lack of support 

  Earthquakes cannot be prevented, but measures can be taken to keep the damage as low as possible. This is not the case in Turkey, the HDP notes, and has launched a relief campaign for the earthquake victims.
• Vengeance Unit claims actions in Amed and Istanbul 

  An urban guerilla group has claimed responsibility for actions in Amed and Istanbul. A police station in Amed was attacked with homemade explosives, while in Istanbul a vehicle belonging to a company working for the Turkish army was destroyed.
• Death toll in Elazığ earthquake rises to 35 

  According to the latest information 35 people died and over a thousand people were injured in the earthquake in the province of Elazığ on Friday evening. HDP has launched a campaign for the victims.
• Number of victims in earthquake on the increase 

  The Disaster and Emergency Management Authority (AFAD) said that the number of people who died as a result of the Elazığ earthquake increased to 31. HDP delegation visited earthquake victims.
• New protest against Canal Istanbul on Tuesday 28 January 

  Either Canal or Istanbul Coordination handed out leaflets in Kadıköy explaining why it says no to the Canal Istanbul project. "More money - said the Coordination - is needed to deal with earthquakes." 
• China cancels New Year celebrations due to deadly virus 

  Celebrations of the Lunar New Year that began on Saturday have been cancelled.
• Hundreds protest against Guaido's visit in Madrid 

  Hundreds protest in Madrid against visit by opposition and US-backed Venezuelan politician.
• Woman and 5-year-old kid recovered from debris in Elazığ 

  22 people died and 1,103 people were injured in the earthquake that hit the province of Elazığ on Friday evening.
• Solidarity concert for Rojava in Kassel 

  A concert in solidarity with Rojava took place in Kassel. All proceeds will be donated to the Kurdish Red Crescent.
• Death toll in Elazığ earthquake rises to 22 

  According to the latest information 22 people died and 1,103 people were injured in the earthquake in the province of Elazığ on Friday evening. Rescue operations are continuing.
• Parents demanding fair trial for their son on death fast detained 

  Koçak went on a hunger strike demanding a fair trial and turned his protest on the 90th day into death fast which is on day 207.