Commemoration ceremony for martyrs begins in Kobani with massive public participation

A commemoration ceremony for 68 martyrs of the People’s Defense Forces (HPG) and the Free Women’s Units – Star (YJA-STAR) began at the Martyr Dijla Cemetery in the city of Kobani, with thousands of residents from the Kobani and Jazira regions taking part.

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21 October, 2026 10:44

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With massive participation from residents of the Kobani and Jazira regions, a commemoration ceremony for 68 martyrs of the People’s Defense Forces (HPG) and the Free Women’s Units – Star (YJA-STAR) began at the Martyr Dijla Cemetery in the city of Kobani. The martyrs fell at different times and in different locations while serving in the ranks of the Kurdish Freedom Movement.

All shops and markets in Kobani were closed in tribute to the martyrs and in recognition of their role in the Kurdish Freedom Movement.

The ceremony is scheduled to include speeches on behalf of the Council of Martyrs’ Families, the Kongra Star Coordination, political parties, the Democratic Islam Congress, and various components. It will also feature a recorded video message from Murad Karayılan, commander of the People’s Defense Forces Headquarters, as well as a film portraying the lives, struggle, and sacrifices of the martyrs.

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