20.03.2025 19:02
The National Security Council, convened under the chairmanship of President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, stated in its published announcement, "It has been emphasized that the process of closely and meticulously monitoring the dissolution of the separatist terrorist organization, its laying down of arms, and the disarmament, as well as the elimination of all its extensions, will continue."
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The National Security Council (NSC) convened under the chairmanship of President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan. The meeting, held at the Presidential Complex, lasted approximately 2.5 hours.
"THE PROCESS OF DISSOLUTION OF THE TERRORIST ORGANIZATION WILL BE MONITORED"
After the meeting, a statement consisting of 7 articles was published. The statement emphasized that regarding the dissolution process of the terrorist organization PKK, "It has been underscored that the dissolution of the separatist terrorist organization, its laying down of arms, and the disarmament process, as well as the liquidation of all its extensions, will continue to be closely and meticulously monitored."
The statement is as follows:
1. Information was provided to the council regarding operations conducted with determination, decisiveness, and success both domestically and internationally against all kinds of threats and dangers to our national unity and integrity, primarily including the PKK/KCK-PYD/YPG, FETÖ, and DAESH terrorist organizations, as well as recent international developments.
2. It was stated that as a result of the sacrifices of our esteemed martyrs and veterans, the foresight and determination of our nation, and the resilience of our state, the goal of a terrorism-free Turkey will be achieved; it was expressed that our national unity and integrity will be further strengthened, the peace and prosperity of all our citizens will increase, the socio-economic development and growth process of our country will accelerate, and our democracy will be strengthened.
In this context, it has been emphasized that the dissolution of the separatist terrorist organization, its laying down of arms, and the disarmament process, as well as the liquidation of all its extensions, will continue to be closely and meticulously monitored.
3. It was stated that Turkey will continue to support efforts to ensure lasting peace and stability in Syria and to rid the country of all terrorist organizations; it was emphasized that provocations aimed at disrupting stability are being closely monitored and that the approach to preserve Syria's territorial integrity, along with all religious, sectarian, and ethnic identities, will be maintained.
NOTABLE EMPHASIS ON GAZA
4. The latest situation regarding the Palestinian issue was addressed; it was pointed out that Israel must immediately return to a ceasefire regime by ending its policies of genocide, invasion, and occupation, and that humanitarian aid should be delivered to the region without obstacles and in sufficient quantities; it was stated that legitimate steps will be taken to ensure that the people of Gaza can live freely in their homeland with security, peace, and prosperity, and efforts will continue to rebuild the devastated Gaza.
5. It was emphasized that there is satisfaction with entering a process that prioritizes negotiations and diplomatic efforts in the Russia-Ukraine War; it was expressed that our country will continue to take the initiative to ensure that the process concludes with a fair and honorable agreement and to establish lasting peace in the subsequent period.
6. Our unwavering support for Bosnia and Herzegovina's sovereignty and territorial integrity has been reaffirmed; it was noted that Turkey will continue to make efforts with an inclusive and embracing understanding to maintain peace and stability in the region by closely monitoring all developments that could negatively affect the peace environment in the Balkans.
"TURKEY'S INDISPENSABLE ROLE IN EUROPE'S SECURITY WAS HIGHLIGHTED"
7. It was stated that Turkey, in addition to its superior military power and capabilities offered by its geopolitical position, will contribute to the welfare, peace, and tranquility of our entire region by providing similar contributions to other partners with whom cooperation opportunities exist in the field of security and stability, utilizing its developed and productive defense industry.
In this process, it was pointed out that especially the revitalization of Turkey-European Union relations and Turkey's indispensable role in planning for Europe's security were emphasized.
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