Open Letter to the UN Secretary General

Open Letter to the UN Secretary General ANTONIO GUTERRES, Since October 9, 2019 the Turkish state and its so-called “National Army” which has been composed of former IS-members and other jihadists have been attacking uninterruptedly the territory of North and East Syria. Before the start of this announced occupation war and since its first days, the public expected an effective response and attitude by the UN to stop this war. …

[Video ] On the ground in Rojava: War crimes of the Turkish state and women’s resistance against occupation

[German with English subtitles] For the international day of action on the 2nd November Women Defend Rojava produced analysis and a summary of the situation. What is the situation in North and East Syria after the Turkish military invasion? Who are Erdogan’s allies? What war crimes have been committed? What’s the situation of the resistance? How are women here on the ground and worldwide organised in defence of the women’s …

Letter to all friends and sisters of the women’s declaration

Dear women of the world who are struggling for peace, freedom and justice, Dear friends in the fight against fascism and patriarchy, on the occasion of the World Resistance Day for Rojava we send you our warmest greetings from the heart of resistance in Rojava. Since the start of Turkey‘s invasion our joint struggle to defend Rojava and the gains of the women’s revolution has been continuing restlessly on many …

[Video] We Want Justice!

Since the 9th of October the Turkish army and it’s jihadist allies are attacking the territories of North and East Syria. This war is affecting civil society, causing mass displacement, lack of water supply and a humanitarian crisis. Although, perhaps especially, when under threat, people are still self organised demanding justice. Subtitles in English

Kongra star statement for international day of action for Rojava 2nd November

To the press and the general public. The 2nd of November has been declared all over the world as the “International Resistance Day for Rojava”. This day is of great importance to us. In the course of the occupation attacks of Turkey and its gangs, the international and democratic forces worldwide have reacted with huge support. These attitudes are necessary and essential in our situation. In these days when Northern …

[Video] YPJ spokeswomen calls for women’s unity and women’s revolution

The Women’s Defence Forces YPJ are defending the women and people in North and East Syria, protecting their self-governance from the occupying Turkish attacks. The YPJ is much more than just a military force. They are an essential part of building a different world. Spokeswoman Nesrin Abdullah speaks about the urgent need for women to find our power and take the responsibility for making a new future.

Effect of the Turkish state invasion on people with special needs

A statement to the world public opinion and the United Nations Since the beginning of the crisis, the Syrian people in general and in North and Eastern Syria in particular have been subjected to all forms of violence and crimes committed by terrorist groups and factions supported by the Turkish state. This aggression has caused a big tragedy against unarmed civilians. Especially people with special needs have been most at …