Turkey’s dual-track approach in Peace Process, Geneva Talks

Media outlets published this morning addressed Turkey’s presence in Iraqi territory in light of the launch of the peace process and efforts to build a democratic society, as well as the third round of indirect nuclear talks between Washington and Tehran in Geneva.

Turkey and the Kurdistan Workers’ Party: Peace in Speeches, Military Machine on the Ground

The London-based newspaper Al-Arab devoted space to what it described as Turkey’s dual-track policy, where political discourse linked to the peace process with the Kurdistan Workers’ Party (PKK) advances, while Turkish military operations continue in southern Kurdistan.

The newspaper noted that Ankara, despite progress in dialogue, continues to expand its military footprint by constructing new roads and bases and linking its positions in the Zap, Avashin, and Metina areas through extended logistical networks, reflecting preparations for a long-term presence. It cited a report issued by the “Community Peacemakers Team,” which referred to the resumption of airstrikes after months of relative calm and the expansion of what resembles a “buffer zone” to secure military movements away from public roads.

According to the report, hundreds of villages have been affected by the military operations, experiencing full or partial displacement, while only limited cases of return have been recorded. This reflects the fragility of the ceasefire and the continued military buildup on both sides.

Geneva at a Crossroads Between Peace and War… and Trump Puts Iranian Missiles on the Table

On the Iranian file, An-Nahar newspaper considered the third Geneva round a pivotal stage in the indirect negotiations between Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi and U.S. envoys, amid escalating rhetoric from U.S. President Donald Trump.

Coverage indicated that Trump raised his demands, addressing both Iran’s nuclear and missile programs, while leaving the door open to a diplomatic solution if Tehran provides clear guarantees that it is not seeking to acquire a nuclear weapon. In contrast, Iran affirms its right to peaceful enrichment under International Atomic Energy Agency rules and rejects any interference with its missile program, which it regards as a fundamental deterrent element.

For its part, The Independent Arabia focused on the equation of war or surrender, suggesting that any military strike may not lead to the fall of the Iranian regime but could accelerate internal collapse. It noted that the Iranian leadership is balancing the risks of military confrontation against the cost of making substantial concessions that could weaken the foundations of the system.

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