Turkey tables legislative framework for PKK disarmament

The proposal marks a shift in how Ankara approaches the decades-long conflict with the PKK, which remains designated as a terrorist organization by Turkey, the United States, and the European Union. By moving the framework into the parliamentary arena, officials are seeking to establish a legal baseline for the surrender of fighters and the cessation of hostilities. While the specific provisions of the draft remain under review by lawmakers, the initiative signals a calculated effort to institutionalize the disarmament process rather than relying solely on informal negotiations or military engagement.