SUBJECT: Request for a Joint Political Initiative on the Rule of Law, Judicial Independence and the Security of Abdullah ÖcalanDear Sir/Madam,I am writing this text addressed both to the political parties in Türkiye (including the Nationalist Movement Party, the Republican People’s Party and the DEM Party) and to the relevant federal institutions in the United States of America. The aim is to strengthen the principle of the rule of law, to safeguard the independence of the judiciary, and to initiate a search for a reasonable and realistic solution under international law concerning the life safety of Abdullah Öcalan.��In recent years, legislative changes and de facto practices in Türkiye have given rise to serious concerns that judges and prosecutors are operating within a structure that is open to the influence of the executive and political bodies in the processes of appointment, reassignment, disciplinary investigations and dismissal from the profession.�� This situation carries the risk of undermining both the principle of the rule of law and the principles of judicial independence and impartiality, and it erodes public confidence in the judiciary.�� It is essential to ensure that judges and prosecutors are provided with guarantees that will allow them to decide cases without any fear of political pressure, threats or administrative interference.��At the same time, it is evident that, under current conditions, if Abdullah Öcalan were to be released within Türkiye’s borders, he would face serious and ongoing risks to his life and that, due to social and political tensions, it would be extremely difficult in practice for him to lead a safe and free life in Türkiye.��� In this context, from a perspective that upholds the rule of law, prioritizes human life and rejects violence, I believe it is necessary to discuss the possibility of granting him, for a limited period of time, a status that would allow him to stay in the United States of America or another similarly safe third country, within the framework of international law and relevant inter‑state agreements.��In this regard, I call for a common political will and legislative action on the following points:The establishment of a judicial council model that strengthens the professional independence, personal and geographical security of judges and prosecutors, and that minimizes the influence of the executive over appointment, reassignment and disciplinary processes through a pluralistic and transparent structure.The implementation of rehabilitation and restoration of honour mechanisms, where deemed necessary, for judges and prosecutors whose professional dignity has been harmed by decisions and measures taken on political grounds, and the adoption of compensatory measures for members of the judiciary who have suffered in the past.Bringing the profession of judge and prosecutor up to international standards in terms of employment conditions, in‑service training opportunities and professional safeguards, so that these offices become attractive and respected careers that serve the rule of law and justice.��With respect to the situation of Abdullah Öcalan, the serious discussion by political parties and competent authorities of an option, grounded in international law and based on the consent of the relevant states, that would allow him to stay for a certain period in the United States of America or another appropriate country, within a framework that rejects violence and prioritizes his life and safety.��The Nationalist Movement Party, the Republican People’s Party and the DEM Party – together with all other political parties – coming together on the common ground of the rule of law, both for legislative reforms that will safeguard judicial independence and for sensitive issues of this nature centered on the protection of life, and building a platform of agreement that goes beyond short‑term partisan interests.No political power or actor should enact legal arrangements that create the impression of interference in the decision‑making processes of judges and prosecutors, or that turn the lives and safety of specific individuals or groups into an object of political bargaining.�� Any practice that puts judicial independence and human life into question will, in the long term, damage not only domestic peace but also international credibility and reputation.��Therefore, I call upon all relevant national and international institutions and organizations to assume responsibility in establishing an order in Türkiye in which the judicial power is not under the influence of any person, group or political will, in which judges and prosecutors are fully protected, and in which human life is unconditionally safeguarded and prioritized.Respectfully submitted for your consideration.[Name Surname] Fehim calgav[Contact information] red.lion.king.fehim.calgav@gmail.com[Date]İstersen şimdi bu İngilizce metni de biraz kısaltılmış, daha “sert” veya daha “diplomatik” bir versiyona dönüştürebilirim; hangisine daha yakın bir üslup arıyorsun?

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