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Saturday, July 19, 2025

Al-Estiklal Newspaper

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After the PKK’s Disarmament: Is the SDF on the Brink of Fragmentation or Integration in Syria?

After the PKK’s Disarmament: Is the SDF on the Brink of Fragmentation or Integration in Syria?

5 days ago

The PKK’s disarmament marks a historic blow to Kurdish separatism, pressuring the SDF—despite internal divisions and lingering ambitions—to either fully integrate into the new Syrian state or face fragmentation amid dwindling regional support.

Amid Internal Turkish Controversy: Is the PKK’s Armed Struggle Truly Over?

Amid Internal Turkish Controversy: Is the PKK’s Armed Struggle Truly Over?

Mahmoud Taha

2 months ago

After more than four decades, with 40,000 people killed, and without securing a Kurdish homeland, the Kurdistan Workers Party (PKK) is ending its war against the Turkish state.

How Did ‘Urban Reconciliation’ Trigger Imamoglu's Arrest and Istanbul's Political Crisis?

How Did ‘Urban Reconciliation’ Trigger Imamoglu's Arrest and Istanbul's Political Crisis?

3 months ago

Ekrem Imamoglu is under investigation for allegedly facilitating PKK support through urban reconciliation in exchange for political backing, with accusations of corruption and terrorism ties.

Strategic Shift or Tactical Move: What Challenges and Opportunities Facing Turkish-Kurdish Peace?

Strategic Shift or Tactical Move: What Challenges and Opportunities Facing Turkish-Kurdish Peace?

Mahmoud Taha

4 months ago

In a quick response to its leader's call to end a four-decade conflict with the Turkish state, the PKK announced an immediate ceasefire and its readiness to hold a conference to decide the fate of Ocalan's call.

Kurdish Unity and Shifting Alliances Shape Syria’s New Political Landscape

Kurdish Unity and Shifting Alliances Shape Syria’s New Political Landscape

6 months ago

A key meeting between Kurdish leaders signals a shift in unity and alliances amid Syria's political transformation.

Syrian Power Struggle: Turkiye and ‘Israel’ Clash Over 'David's Corridor' Plan

Syrian Power Struggle: Turkiye and ‘Israel’ Clash Over 'David's Corridor' Plan

7 months ago

The collapse of Assad's regime has led to a power struggle in Syria, with Turkish and Israeli interests clashing over control, while Syrian opposition forces thwart Israel's "David's Corridor" plan.