A group of activists, academics, and representatives of civil society organizations have come together to release a statement condemning the occupation attacks carried out by the Turkish state in Rojava and South Kurdistan. The statement highlights the ongoing attacks against the Kurdish people living in Rojava, South and North Kurdistan amidst the chaos and instability in the region. It also sheds light on the fact that the Turkish state was founded on the basis of genocide against various peoples, including Kurds, Armenians, and Arabs.
The statement emphasizes that Turkey’s aggressive military policies aim to intimidate those who strive to defend their rights. The recent arrest of elected administrators in municipalities in Turkey and North Kurdistan following the local elections serves as a stark example of this intimidation tactic. Turkey’s occupation of Northern and Eastern Syria is a cause for concern, as it involves displacing citizens and settling armed groups in these regions, as seen in Afrin, Serêkaniyê, and Girê Spî. The normalization of relations between Turkey and the Syrian regime poses a dangerous threat, as Turkey plans to expand its occupation areas towards Kurdish cities and forcibly displace people from their homes.
For years, Turkey has occupied large regions under false pretenses, with the ultimate goal of integrating these occupied territories into its own state. The recent large-scale occupation attack by Turkey, which involved settling thousands of soldiers and armed groups in the Kurdistan Region, has further strained relations among the Kurdish population. The silence of the Iraqi government in response to these actions has only exacerbated the situation, leading to growing disagreements and tensions within the Kurdish community.
In response to these alarming developments, the statement calls on the Arab League to take measures to halt the occupation policy carried out by the Turkish state in Kurdistan and Iraq. It also urges the international community, the Iraqi government, and the parliament to assume legal and humanitarian responsibility for the inhumane crimes committed by the Turkish state. The signatories of the statement include a diverse group of individuals and organizations from various countries, all united in their condemnation of Turkey’s occupation attacks and their commitment to defending the rights of the Kurdish people.
The release of this statement serves as a powerful reminder of the ongoing struggles faced by the Kurdish population in the face of Turkish aggression. It also underscores the importance of international solidarity and support in addressing these issues and holding the Turkish state accountable for its actions. As the situation in Rojava and South Kurdistan continues to unfold, it is crucial for the global community to stand together in support of the Kurdish people and their right to self-determination.