PKK Claims Deadly Ankara Attack Amid Rising Tensions
The Kurdistan Workers' Party targeted a Turkish defense company, prompting airstrikes and complicating potential peace talks.
- The PKK's military arm attacked the TUSAS defense company in Ankara, killing five and injuring over 20.
- The attack was carried out by the PKK's 'Immortal Battalion' as retaliation for Turkish military actions in Kurdish regions.
- Turkey responded with airstrikes on PKK-linked sites in Iraq and Syria, reportedly killing several civilians.
- The attack occurred amid discussions of potential peace talks, with PKK leader Abdullah Öcalan expressing willingness to work towards peace.
- Turkish authorities have arrested 176 PKK suspects nationwide following the attack.