In a significant diplomatic move, Iraq has officially designated the Kurdistan Workers' Party (PKK) as a banned organisation, marking a potential turning point in regional security cooperation with Turkey.
Turkish forces escalate operations against Kurdish militants in northern Iraq as diplomatic relations with Iraq deteriorate over security concerns and regional stability.
Amid renewed clashes between Turkish forces and the PKK, Kurdish leaders urge peace talks, citing Abdullah Ocalan's influence. Ankara remains firm on military action.