Tuncer Bakirhan
Coverage of Tuncer Bakirhan in the Nexus archive.
- Turkish parliament indicates support for PKK peace bill
The Turkish government introduced a limited amnesty for PKK Kurdish militants, with most parliamentarians supporting the measure. The bill suspends prison sentences for up to 10 years for militants who do not reoffend, excluding certain crimes. The peace initiative, led by nationalist MHP and pro-Kurdish DEM Party, aims to end decades of conflict between the PKK and Turkish military.
- Billboards, cologne and flowers: Turkye's capital Ankara gets Nato makeover
Ankara is undergoing a $235 million facelift ahead of a NATO summit, including billboards and flower plantings to hide poorer areas. Residents and opposition criticize the disruptions, high costs, and security measures that shut down roads and businesses. Local businesses report significant financial losses due to restricted access.