To ask Her Majesty’s Government what reports they have received from the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights on alleged massacres by the Turkish army and gendarmerie in Cizre, Sur, Nusaybin and villages in South-East Turkey; and what is their response.
Answered on
17 March 2017
We are aware of reports of civilian casualties and a worsening humanitarian situation in certain areas of south east Turkey. We believe Turkey has a legitimate right to defend itself against the PKK, whose attacks we condemn. As in any conflict, it is vital that civilian casualties are avoided and human rights fully protected. We urge the Turkish authorities to engage with the UN Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights.
Answered by
Foreign and Commonwealth Office