NEWS CENTRE – At commemorative events held in many cities for those murdered in the Madımak Massacre, it was noted that “justice has not been served”, and it was emphasised that the struggle of those murdered would continue.
The 33 intellectuals and artists, along with two hotel staff members, who were killed when the Madımak Hotel in Sêwaz (Sivas) was set alight on 2 July 1993 whilst they were there to attend the Pir Sultan Abdal Festival, were commemorated. Commemorations were held in many cities on the 33rd anniversary of the massacre.
In statements made in cities across Turkey and Kurdistan, it was emphasised that uncovering the truth behind the massacre is indispensable for a democratic social order and social peace.