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Allegations Emerge That Fethullah Gülen Sent a Letter

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Reports published on March 21 claim that former leader Abdullah Öcalan sent an unsolicited letter via his deputy Selahattin Demirtas, urging the Turkish government's political preparation while warning against violence in upcoming elections or protests. The correspondence reportedly advised Suleyman Soylu to prepare for potential challenges and explicitly stated "Do not use force," though no official confirmation has been issued by authorities regarding this alleged communication between Öcalan and his associates with current officials.

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    Abdullah Öcalan is alleged to have sent a letter addressed by name and date, but not signed.
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    The content of the purported message claims that Selahattin Demirtas has prepared for politics in Turkey or abroad.
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    Multiple Turkish media outlets reported this claim on March 21st across various platforms including Evrensel, Cumhuriyet.com.tr, Birgun and Odatv.
[Mar 21] Reports emerged stating Öcalan sent a letter to Demirtas with the message 'Siyasete hazırlanın' (Prepare for politics).

— Evrensel

"Ocalan, Selahattin Demirtas'a mektup gönderdi" iddiası: "Siyasete hazırla..."