Turkey advances PKK peace process with historic Ocalan meeting - analysis

Turkish lawmakers are set to visit jailed PKK leader Abdullah Ocalan as part of efforts to formalize peace talks, following signs of de-escalation and coordinated parliamentary backing.

A demonstrator holds a picture of jailed Kurdish militant leader Abdullah Ocalan during a rally in Diyarbakir, Turkey, February 27, 2025.

A demonstrator holds a picture of jailed Kurdish militant leader Abdullah Ocalan during a rally in Diyarbakir, Turkey, February 27, 2025.

(photo credit: REUTERS/SERTAC KAYAR)

BySETH J. FRANTZMAN

NOVEMBER 25, 2025 13:42