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[YPJ Information & Documentation Office @YPJ_Info]

YPJ Commander Rohilat Afrin about the latest developments in Syria and the ongoing discussions about the future of YPJ

To Watch the Full Video: https://t.co/jPUh2pLCzz

#WeAreAllYPJ

[YPJ Information & Documentation Office @YPJ_Info]

YPJ is fighting for a brighter future.

#WeAreAllYPJ

[Rohilat Afrin @RohilatAfrin]

إن بناء السلام والأمن في سوريا يتطلب مشاركة النساء بصورة فعلية ومنظمة في مؤسسات صنع القرار والأمن. وقد عبّرت تجربة وحدات حماية المرأة YPJ عن إرادة النساء في حماية مجتمعاتهن والدفاع عن الكرامة والعيش المشترك في مواجهة العنف والانتهاكات.
كما تنسجم مشاركة النساء وتنظيمهن ضمن المؤسسات العسكرية والأمنية مع مبادئ قرار مجلس الأمن 1325 المتعلقة بالمرأة والسلام والأمن، والتي تؤكد على الدور الأساسي للنساء في بناء الاستقرار والسلام.
#كلنا_مع_YPJ
#WeAreAllYPJ

[YPJ International @YPJInt]

WE ARE ALL YPJ! SELF-DEFENCE IS OUR NATURAL RIGHT!
Women’s organizations launched a global solidarity campaign for the recognition of the YPJ & the protection and consolidation of women’s achievements in Rojava.
Here is how you can support the campaign: https://t.co/8twhiLS7dW

[YPJ Information & Documentation Office @YPJ_Info]

We are all YPJ! Self-defense is our natural right

The Joint Platform of Women’s Movements and Organisations in Rojava, are launching a campaign in support of the Women’s Protection Units YPJ.

For more information see:
https://t.co/T88vqIVKS3

[YPJ Information & Documentation Office @YPJ_Info]

YPJ declared the martyrdom of Tolîn Tolhildan & Hela Serêkaniyê: https://t.co/8lS5aQFqFY
SDF announced 10 fighters who fell martyr in the recent attacks. We remember all of them with deep respect,knowing that the way to freedom&democracy is paved through their will&determination

[YPJ Information & Documentation Office @YPJ_Info]

4 April 2013, YPJ is founded

13 years of establishing YPJ, 13 years of fighting for liberation, 13 years of dedication and sacrifice.

[YPJ Information & Documentation Office @YPJ_Info]

Yesterday and today, festivities and military ceremonies were held all over Rojava in order to celebrate the founding of YPJ and the birthday of Abdullah Ocalan. 1/2

[YPJ Information & Documentation Office @YPJ_Info]

The history of our freedom is written through the efforts and the blood of our bravest comrades. Today, we bow in respect to the victory and sacrifice of Nudem Ararat who emerged from the stronghold of resistance,Kobani, and became a star of freedom in the skies of Deir ez-Zor 👇

[YPJ Information & Documentation Office @YPJ_Info]

So far,YPJ has not been accepted as part of the integration process.Ruksen Mohammed discusses the dangers that poses, the obstacles of the agreement, and making clear that no positive outcome can be achieved without the participation of YPJ.

Full Video: https://t.co/q9sfMbG2ux

[Rohilat Afrin @RohilatAfrin]

This year’s Newroz marks a historic moment and carries the hope of peace, freedom, and a new beginning for the Kurdish people.

On this occasion, we honor the families of the martyrs, the wounded, and our heroic fighters.

We hope this Newroz strengthens the unity of the Kurdish people and opens the way for peace and stability in Syria.
We reaffirm our commitment to be worthy of the sacrifices of the martyrs.

Happy Newroz to all
Newroz Pîrozbe

[YPJ International @YPJInt]

Offical Petition: “Freedom for the missing and imprisoned people”

Statement Launching The Petition:
https://t.co/fzbCoGMtG3
Call To Sign until 17th of march:
https://t.co/j3Ep3oZQVT
Letter that will be send to the international bodies on 18th of march (day of solidarity with political prisoners):
https://t.co/uYDcuMCQe6
to sign send an email to:
[email protected]

[YPJ Information & Documentation Office @YPJ_Info]

With sadness we received the news, that Salih Muslim, a politician, patriot and defender of his people's rights has passed away. In the face of women’s quest for freedom, he demonstrated his respect for life through his steadfastness and became a true comrade of women. 1/2

[Kongra Star Women's Movement Rojava @starrcongress]

On the anniversary of the March 12 uprising, people remember the cry for freedom that rose from Qamishlo in 2004. It exposed oppressive policies and proved that the will of the people is stronger than repression and division. The struggle for dignity and freedom continues.

[YPJ Information & Documentation Office @YPJ_Info]

"In her way of life, Hêzil Arjîn was extremely natural and humble."

She was martyred on January 21 while confronting armed groups in Raqqa.We affirm that we will continue walking in the footsteps of our martyrs.Yesterday, she and six other fighters were laid to rest in Qamishlo.

[YPJ International @YPJInt]

Now is the time of women! 🌿✊

For the 8th March we want to send our warmest greetings to all you beautiful comrades.
Just as civilization began with the productive force of women and mothers - the female creator giving birth to women and men, agriculture, architecture, language, arts, clothing, culture and believe, being one with the cosmic forces of the universe and nature - the 21st century is calling on us as women worldwide. Now is the time of women. This is a call, but also a need for the decision to struggle. As Abdullah Öcalan says to "begin the enormous practical task, of implementing the ideology of women's liberation. Of taking a qualitative leap from the ideology of women's liberation to a political practice of women's liberation", turning the 21st century into a positive revolutionary struggle. Nothing is more internationalist then the united struggle of us women, having been enslaved spiritually and physically, having been wholly colonized as the first nation to bring again to freedom that devine force of our common existence.
The 3rd World War has entered a more extreme phase of protracted wars, military interventions, genocidal politics, mass rape culture and daily intensified special warfare against our thoughts and our bodies.
We thus pledge to also intensify our efforts to building an "ecological, democratic, and communal social system based on women's freedom". We women must bring our collective universal strength to the forefront, as it is a strength of solution, becoming a leading force for freedom and peace worldwide.
We wish success to all of you, and send you our respect and love. ✌️💜
#JinJiyanAzadi
#8M #8Mart #8March

[Rojhelat Info @RojhelatInfo_En]

Ali Larijani Threatens Coalition of Kurdish Parties

After the killing of Ali Khamenei, Ali Larijani said in an interview that, without directly naming any specific group, he accused Iranian Kurdish parties of “separatism” and used threatening language, saying the armed forces are ready to respond firmly.

From the perspective of many Kurdish activists, these remarks are a continuation of the same security-focused and military approach toward Kurdish political and civil rights demands—demands that have often been labelled as separatism.

This statement comes after he had also reacted to the formation of a coalition of Kurdish parties and warned that in the future, he would confront them with an army he claims he will form.

For many Kurds, the similar tone used by political figures with different backgrounds shows a continuing centralised mindset that sees the demands of non-Persian nationalities not as political rights, but as security threats.

[Rojhelat Info @RojhelatInfo_En]

PJAK Leadership Member Stresses Kurdish Unity in Iran’s Future Developments

Rêwar Awdanan, a member of the leadership committee of the Kurdistan Free Life Party (PJAK), said in a special interview with Roj News Agency @soranirojnews that Kurdish unity is very important in the current sensitive situation in the Middle East, especially after the Coalition formed between five parties from Rojhelat.

At the beginning of his remarks, he said that a kind of global war is taking place, centered in the Middle East, and the major powers that control the region will be forced to make fundamental changes. In this situation, an opportunity has been created for the Kurdish people to establish their political position in a new Middle East.

Awdanan added that the guarantee for protecting the Kurdish people is national unity. If the Kurds do not want to face tragedies like those of the past 100 years, they must strengthen their internal unity. In this way, political parties will be forced to adopt a national discourse and act according to the interests of the Kurdish people.

He also said that the Islamic Republic of Iran will not remain as it is and will have to change. He stated that if the Kurdish people remain silent about the killings taking place in the cities of Rojhelat, then any regime that comes to power in Tehran in the future will repeat the same actions. Therefore, the fate of the Kurds is one and cannot be separated. If this becomes the main principle of their political approach, they can protect themselves and develop a clear strategy. Any nation that is divided cannot have a strong strategy.

In another part of the interview, Awdanan said that the people supported the unity of the political parties, calling it an important step and a new beginning. Through this unity, a common strategy for Rojhelat has been formed, which can define the Kurdish position during changes in Iran. He claimed that some Iranian opposition groups have a negative attitude toward the Kurds and Kurdish parties and have even threatened to attack PJAK and other Kurdish parties if they take power. He said that this unity is the best response to such views and the best way to protect Kurdish achievements in the future of Iran. He added that they seek to promote a democratic republic in Iran where the Kurdish people will have a recognized place.

In conclusion, he said that any party that tries to use the people as a tool will be rejected by them. The same applies to East Kurdistan. If democracy and people’s self-administration are not at the center of political activities, those parties will not succeed. He emphasized that if the Kurdish people continue to be active in politics and if the unity between political forces serves the people’s demands, then under any future political system in Iran, the Kurds will be able to secure their rights and achievements.
https://t.co/ybHdoLbLwW

[Dicle Fırat Gazeteciler Derneği @DFGDernegi]

📌Journalists in Raqqa Unaccounted For – Immediate Clarification Required

The lack of communication with Kurdistana Azad contributor and Özgür TV presenter Ahmed Polad, along with international journalist Eva Maria Michelmann (Tekoşin), who were present in the city during assault of Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS) on Raqqa, has caused grave concern.

Ahmed Polad, a member of the Free Press Union (YRA), is known to have transmitted video reports from a building under intense attack in order to inform the public. It is reported that the two journalists, who became targets for documenting and conveying the realities on the ground, have been taken captive by HTS, and their whereabouts remain unknown.

Any attempt to silence, detain, or target journalists constitutes a clear violation of international law. Even in situations of armed conflict, the safety and security of journalists must be guaranteed in accordance with international legal standards.

We issue the following urgent call:
•The fate and whereabouts of Ahmed Polad and Eva Maria Michelmann must be immediately disclosed.
•Their safety must be ensured and they must be released without delay.
•International press freedom and human rights organizations must urgently engage in this matter.

[The Amargi @the_amargi]

SCOOP: DEEP-DIVE:
Iraq and Hashd al-Shaʿbi Threaten Attack on YBŞ after March 10 by @Matthew__Barber

On Thursday the 19th of Feb, in an undisclosed meeting in Mosul, the Hashd al Sha'bi figures and Iraqi government personnel informed the YBŞ that the door is open for their members to be absorbed into the Hashd, either individually or collectively, but threatened that if this does not occur by the 10th of March, an operation against their forces in Shingal will begin.

https://t.co/ikG8cYby2n