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Turkish parliament passes landmark law to advance PKK peace process

ANKARA, Aug 10 (Reuters) - Turkey's parliament passed a law on Monday establishing a legal framework for the disbandment of the outlawed Kurdistan Workers Party (PKK), a major step toward ending a decades-old conflict that has killed tens of thousands. The legislation provides legal protections for many former militants who have not committed specific crimes and facilitates the suspension of…

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Iran sharpens military posture as US talks stall

Iran has reshaped its military leadership around battle-tested hardliners and ordered stronger offensive capabilities as negotiations with the United States remain deadlocked, signalling that Tehran…

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