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Death of former Diyarbakır Mayor Mehdi Zana

Overview

Mehdi Zana, a prominent Kurdish politician and former Mayor of Diyarbakır, was admitted to intensive care in August 2026 due to complications from Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD).

Zana, who served as mayor from 1977 to 1980 before being imprisoned following the September 12 military coup, passed away at the age of 85 while receiving hospital treatment. A memorial ceremony was held at the Diyarbakır Metropolitan Municipality to honor his political legacy and his role in the region’s social memory.

Entities

Mehdi Zana · Diyarbakır · Serra Bucak · DEM Party · Diyarbakır Metropolitan Municipality

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Timeline

  1. 15 days ago

    [POLITICS] 4 sources
    Mehdi Zana, former Diyarbakır Mayor, dies at 85

    Former Diyarbakır Mayor and Kurdish politician Mehdi Zana has died at age 85 following a battle with COPD. He was a key figure in regional politics and served as mayor from 1977 to 1980.

  2. about 1 month ago

    [POLITICS] 2 sources
    Mehdi Zana admitted to intensive care in Diyarbakır

    Former Diyarbakır Mayor Mehdi Zana has been hospitalized in intensive care due to worsening COPD and age-related health issues.

Sources

brooklynballet.org · marasbugun.com.tr · ozdiyarbakirgazetesi.com · tigrishaber.com