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Court rules for removal of Turkish Medical Association leadership in ‘chemical warfare’ case

Court rules for removal of Turkish Medical Association leadership in ‘chemical warfare’ case

The case stemmed from association chair Korur-Fincancı’s claims that Turkey might have used chemical weapons against the PKK in its cross-border operations.

1 December 2023

Turkish Medical Association Chair Korur-Fincancı to remain under arrest

Turkish Medical Association Chair Korur-Fincancı to remain under arrest

The first hearing of the case where the Turkish Medical Association head is facing "terror propaganda" charges was held in İstanbul. Korur-Fincancı has been remanded in custody since late October.

23 December 2022 Ruken Tuncel

Turkish Medical Association Chair Korur-Fincancı to remain under arrest

Turkish Medical Association Chair Korur-Fincancı to remain under arrest

The first hearing of the case where the Turkish Medical Association head is facing "terror propaganda" charges was held in İstanbul. Korur-Fincancı has been remanded in custody since late October.

23 December 2022 Ruken Tuncel

Lawsuit against Demirtaş over 'chemical attack' tweet

Lawsuit against Demirtaş over 'chemical attack' tweet

The imprisoned politician is charged with "propagandizing for a terrorist organization" and "insulting the institutions and organs of the state."

10 November 2022

UN experts call for urgent release of Prof. Korur-Fincancı

UN experts call for urgent release of Prof. Korur-Fincancı

Korur-Fincancı, head of the Turkish Medical Association and a professor of forensic medicine, was detained on October 27 because of her comments about the chemical weapon use allegations against Türkiye.

9 November 2022

Summary of proceedings against MP Tanrıkulu over 'chemical attack' statement

Summary of proceedings against MP Tanrıkulu over 'chemical attack' statement

The MP had said he would file a parliamentary question about the allegations that Türkiye had used chemical weapons against the PKK.

7 November 2022

At least 80 detained in 'chemical attack' protests in İstanbul, Şırnak

At least 80 detained in 'chemical attack' protests in İstanbul, Şırnak

Police in Istanbul and soldiers in Silopi did not allow people to rally and protest with regard to allegations of use of chemical weapons against PKK in Iraq.

7 November 2022

Left Party MP says Germany should trigger OPCW investigation into 'chemical attack' claims

Left Party MP says Germany should trigger OPCW investigation into 'chemical attack' claims

Citing an IPPNW report, Gökay Akbulut has said the OPCW should investigate the allegations that Türkiye used chemical weapons against the PKK.

4 November 2022

'Chemical weapon' demonstration in The Hague results in detentions, injuries

'Chemical weapon' demonstration in The Hague results in detentions, injuries

Hundreds of people gathered in The Hague to demand an investigation into the chemical weapon use claims against Türkiye.

3 November 2022

Turkish Medical Association head responds to investigation over 'chemical attack' statement

Turkish Medical Association head responds to investigation over 'chemical attack' statement

Prof. Korur-Fincancı said the media outlet that interviewed her misrepresented her statements, whereas the investigation against her gives her the impression of "concealing a crime."

21 October 2022

Allegations of chemical attack on PKK: Who says what?

Allegations of chemical attack on PKK: Who says what?

Türkiye has rejected the claims that it used chemical weapons during its military operations. The HDP calls for an international investigation. The Turkish Medial Association head is facing an investigation following her comments supportive of the claims.

20 October 2022

Call for an investigation into ‘Turkey's use of chemical weapons in Iraqi Kurdistan'

Call for an investigation into ‘Turkey's use of chemical weapons in Iraqi Kurdistan'

Addressing the United Nations (UN), the Kurdish Friendship Group in the European Parliament have called for an “international investigation into Turkey’s use of chemical weapons in Iraqi Kurdistan”.

5 November 2021

Peace Block: Murder Committed in Cizre, Let Whoever Responsible Stand Trial

Peace Block: Murder Committed in Cizre, Let Whoever Responsible Stand Trial

Peace Block has stated that the injured persons in Cizre had to die while waiting to be taken to hospital and demanded putting whoever is responsible for the crime on trial and responding to the accusations regarding chemical weapons.

10 February 2016

General Staff Denied Use of Chemical Weapons

General Staff Denied Use of Chemical Weapons

The General Staff Presidency denied the alleged use of chemical weapons. Pursuant to the statement, the Turkish Armed Forces do not hold chemical weapons and ammunition in their inventory.

9 December 2011

International Delegation Investigates Alleged Use of Chemical Weapons

International Delegation Investigates Alleged Use of Chemical Weapons

A European delegation investigates the alleged use of chemical weapons at the Kazan Valley in the course of an armed conflict that left 37 PKK members dead. The delegation took samples and will discuss their observations with experts.

28 November 2011

"Investigating alleged Use of Chemical Weapons"

HAKKARI IHD

"Investigating alleged Use of Chemical Weapons"

The Hakkari Branch of the Human Rights Association investigates allegations regarding the use of chemical weapons in the Kazan Valley. Branch chair Akbulut said they took samples from the region for an analysis. They also found body parts which they sent to the prosecution.

2 November 2011 Yüce Yöney