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Elected to Parliament

Becomes the first Kurdish woman in Turkish parliament.

Imprisoned for Separatism

Arrested and imprisoned for political activities.

Sakharov Prize Awarded

Awarded the Sakharov Prize, increasing international recognition despite imprisonment.

Released from Prison

Released after a decade, re-entering political life.

Re-elected to Parliament

Returns to parliament, continuing Kurdish rights advocacy.

Stripped of Parliament Seat

Once again loses her parliamentary seat amid political tensions.

Continues Kurdish Advocacy

Remains a prominent activist for Kurdish rights.