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Erdogan Hails Peace After Parliament OKs PKK Disbandment

4/30/2026

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President Tayyip Erdogan said the peace process a positive atmosphere after parliament approved a reform and PKK-disbandment report.
The Kurdistan Workers’ Party halted attacks in 2025 and announced in May it will disband per Abdullah Ocalan’s call.
The pro-Kurdish DEM Party accused the government of hesitancy and stalling, calling the moment a peace opportunity.
Ankara said disarmament must be verified before steps, while Kurdish politicians press for faster reform implementation.

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President Tayyip Erdogan said the peace process a positive atmosphere after parliament approved a reform and PKK-disbandment report.
The Kurdistan Workers’ Party halted attacks in 2025 and announced in May it will disband per Abdullah Ocalan’s call.
The pro-Kurdish DEM Party accused the government of hesitancy and stalling, calling the moment a peace opportunity.
Ankara said disarmament must be verified before steps, while Kurdish politicians press for faster reform implementation.