Imralı talks involving the PKK-linked Syrian Democratic Forces are stirring debate in Ankara government circles.
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In Ankara's political corridors, the issue of the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) — linked to the terrorist organization PKK — has raised serious concern. According to reports, SDF leader Mazlum Abdi and co-chair Ilham Ahmed allegedly visited PKK leader Abdullah Öcalan at Imralı in March.
These talks have sparked discussions in government circles. Sources in AKP corridors indicate that the question of disarmament needs to be clearly defined.
Due to the sensitivity of the matter, it is being closely followed at the highest levels in Ankara.
Alarm has been raised within the AKP over the SDG's PKK links. Mazlum Abdi and Ilham Ahmed are alleged to have visited Öcalan in İmralı in March, and government circles are discussing clarification of the disarmament condition.
These developments, which could have direct impact on PKK negotiations that form the foundation of Turkey's security strategy, will affect the country's northern Syria policy and counter-terrorism efforts. The content of the İmralı meetings and how the disarmament conditions will be shaped will determine Ankara's steps in the coming weeks.