Turkish military operations in Kurdistan region result in 344 civilian deaths
The findings, published on Wednesday, highlight the significant civilian toll of the prolonged conflict between Turkey and Kurdish militant groups.
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The findings, published on Wednesday, highlight the significant civilian toll of the prolonged conflict between Turkey and Kurdish militant groups.
Taha stated that his primary goal as governor is to foster an environment where different communities can live together harmoniously.
A key focus of the meeting was the upcoming Kurdistan parliamentary elections, scheduled to take place in 2025. Both leaders emphasized the significance of these elections for the democratic process in the region. t
The two countries share a significant border, which the PKK has historically exploited to launch attacks on Turkey. The ongoing talks are expected to focus on Turkey's efforts to eliminate the PKK's presence in northern Iraq, particularly in the mountainous regions controlled by the semi-autonomous Kurdistan Regional Government (KRG).
The election of a new Kirkuk governor has ignited protests from the Turkmen community, who argue that the process, conducted in Baghdad, was exclusionary and illegal.
The economic impact of the PKK's activities has been devastating for the region. Sengali pointed out that the terrorist group's presence has led to the collapse of the regional economy, particularly in areas where agriculture once thrived.
The endorsement was made during a crucial meeting of the provincial council held on Saturday, where the bloc supported the selection of a new governor and a council chief for Kirkuk.
The meeting comes in response to the intensifying conflict between Turkey and the Kurdistan Workers' Party (PKK), which has significantly impacted civilian life in northern Iraq.
"Türkiye is intensifying its collaboration with Iraq against the PKK, focusing on field operations and counter-terrorism measures,” said a Defense Ministry source
The bill, which has ignited widespread controversy, includes provisions that would legalize child marriage and introduce other significant changes to family law.
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