President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan said on Wednesday that Türkiye’s “terror-free Türkiye” initiative had entered a new stage following the release of a parliamentary advisory report outlining legal steps to advance the process.
Speaking at his party’s weekly parliamentary group meeting, Erdoğan said a new phase would begin under the leadership of parliament after the publication of the report, which includes recommendations for legal amendments.
“Turkish politics has gathered significant energy and confidence, particularly regarding the steps to be taken from now on. A new phase of this ongoing process will now begin,” he said.
Türkiye launched the initiative in late 2024 to end decades of conflict linked to the outlawed Kurdistan Workers Party (PKK). The PKK subsequently announced a decision to dissolve itself and end its armed campaign against the Turkish state.
Erdoğan described the parliamentary report as a roadmap for continuing the process and said it reflected broad political consultation and consensus.
“This report is not only a recommendation but also a historical document,” he said, adding that it represented a commitment to strengthening unity among the country’s 86 million citizens.
He said parliament would serve as “the engine” of the next phase, with the ruling People’s Alliance bearing significant responsibility in implementing the steps.
Türkiye stands “on the brink of becoming a regional and global power” and must not miss what he called a historic opportunity, Erdoğan said, urging political parties to maintain a constructive and conciliatory approach.
Justice Minister Akın Gürlek told reporters that a technical team had been formed within the ministry to prepare any legal amendments required under the initiative.
“Our team will provide the necessary assistance to parliament if requested,” Gürlek said.