Öcalan offers condolences over death of Kadir İnanır, praises his legacy and support for peace

on Saturday, Abdullah Öcalan extended his condolences following the death of Turkish actor Kadir İnanır, praising his artistic career and his place in the history of Turkish cinema، describing İnanır as a people's artist who embodied the aesthetic and moral values of society and made a sincere contribution to efforts aimed at supporting peace. He also expressed his condolences to the actor's family, friends, and the public.

28 June, 2026 14:35

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On Saturday, Abdullah Öcalan issued a message of condolence following the death Turkish actor Kadir İnanır, saying: "I remember with deep respect the distinguished artist Kadir İnanır, who earned a lasting place in the hearts of the Turkish people.

He was a leading figure in the history of Turkish cinema. Alongside Yılmaz Güney and Sırrı Süreyya Önder, he was a true people's artist who deeply valued the aesthetic and moral principles of society. He was an intelligent, persistent, and sincere supporter of the peace process. Like Sırrı Süreyya, he also supported the most recent peace process. I believe the new process for peace and a democratic society will succeed, and his spirit will rejoice in that victory.

I extend my sincere condolences to his family, his friends, and to our people, and send my greetings with respect and affection.

Abdullah Öcalan

İmralı

June 27, 2026."

Kadir İnanır, one of Turkey's best-known actors, died on June 26 at the age of 77, following a long career that established him as one of the country's leading cinema stars.