Sirri Süreyya Önder
Sirri Süreyya Önder is a prominent Turkish politician and former film director, known for his role as a member of the pro-Kurdish People's Democratic Party (HDP). He has been an advocate for Kurdish rights and has actively participated in peace negotiations between the Turkish government and Kurdish groups. Önder is recognized for his efforts to promote democracy and dialogue in Turkey, often speaking out against the violence that has marked the Kurdish conflict. His recent appearance in a press conference in Istanbul highlighted a historic call by Abdullah Öcalan for the disbandment of the PKK, which Önder expressed hope could lead to lasting peace.
Not in the pool (under ¢1).
Recent news mentions
Önder is the vice president of the Turkish Parliament and suspended the session due to protests.
Miles de estudiantes protestan en Estambul en apoyo al alcalde opositor - Mundo
Paraguay· 2025-03-19
Sirri Sureyya Onder is a member of the Kurdish delegation that visited Ocalan in prison.
Grupo separatista PKK anuncia cessar-fogo na Turquia
Liechtenstein· 2025-03-01
Sirri Sureyya Onder is a member of the pro-Kurdish People’s Equality and Democracy Party who visited Ocalan in prison.
Kurdish militants declare a ceasefire in a 40-year insurgency in Turkey
Canada· 2025-03-01Pervin Buldan and Dem party colleague Sirri Sureyya Onder had already met Ocalan twice in recent weeks.
Jailed Kurdish PKK leader Ocalan issues call to lay down arms
United Kingdom· 2025-02-27
Sirri Süreyya Önder, the former film director and current vice president of the Turkish Parliament, expressed hope that Öcalan's call would lead to a definitive peace.
El líder del PKK kurdo ordena su disolución en un histórico llamamiento al fin de la lucha armada | Internacional
Spain· 2025-02-27