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Türkiye anticipates the disbandment and disarmament of the PKK terrorist group within days, following a recent call from Imrali, Türkiye's ruling Justice and Development Party (AK Party) Deputy Chairman and Party Spokesperson Omer Celik announced Tuesday.
Speaking after a Central Executive Board (MYK) meeting chaired by President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, Celik stated, "After the call from Imrali, we expect the process for the terrorist group to disband and lay down arms to materialize within days."
Celik emphasized that President Erdogan's appeal to strengthen national unity is directly linked to the goal of achieving a terror-free Türkiye, which he described as a fundamental policy of the Republic of Türkiye.
"The result of our president’s call for strengthening the internal front is to reach the goal of a terror-free Türkiye. We clearly say that this will be a source of inspiration for the region," Celik said. He also warned against efforts to exploit ethnic and sectarian fault lines in the region, asserting that Türkiye’s stance promotes unity and peace.
Celik added that the elimination of terrorism would lead to the reduction of political tensions, boosting both democracy and political life in Türkiye.
"With the end of terrorism, the political tension over our democracy will also dissolve. This will inject new energy into our political life. Every positive step will naturally lead to another."
He described the potential disarmament of the PKK and its branches as a "turning point", and reiterated that the process would move forward without any negotiation or compromise on the core principles of the state.
Celik highlighted the importance of the strategic support given by MHP Chairman Devlet Bahceli after Erdogan’s speech in Parliament, indicating a new political alignment.
"This path must be followed without compromising the fundamental characteristics of the state or the core values of the nation." He also noted that many consultations have taken place among political parties and expressed the AK Party’s continued commitment to supporting this process.
Celik also commented on a lengthy phone conversation between President Erdogan and U.S. President Donald Trump, where the leaders discussed bilateral relations and key global issues, including Gaza, the Russia-Ukraine war, and Syria.
"The leaders agreed on the importance of staying in close contact moving forward. President Erdogan invited President Trump to Türkiye, and Trump extended an invitation for a visit to Washington."
He confirmed that the newly appointed U.S. Ambassador to Ankara Tom Barrack has taken up his post and will meet Erdogan at a time of the president's choosing.
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