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Analysis: The Kurdish militant group's recent attack on Ankara, in response to increasing repression against Kurds in Turkey's political sphere, could represent an escalation rather than a fundamental strategic shift.
Analysis: Iran-backed militias want to maintain dominance in Sinjar as an access point to Syria, but would they arm the PKK if Turkey launches a military operation in the region?
Analysis: Turkey’s offensive against the PKK is unlikely to land a fatal blow on the organisation, but has probably undermined future peace talks.
Analysis: With its Syrian allies under fire from Turkey, the Kurdish militants have left proxies holding its Iraqi stronghold, writes Paul Iddon.
Analysis: The intensity of Turkey's latest cross-border operation in Iraqi Kurdistan has put unprecedented pressure on the PKK.
Analysis: Turkey's motivations for mending ties are driven by security concerns, domestic pressure over refugees, and wider geopolitics.
Analysis: Abdullah Ocalan's call for the Kurdistan Workers’ Party (PKK) to lay down its arms has the potential to solve regional problems, says Bayram Balci.
Analysis: Turkey has said that the Kurdish-led administration's decision to hold elections is unacceptable, but is a military operation likely?
Analysis: High-level visits and agreements between Turkey and Iraq go beyond economic cooperation as regional powers seek to carve out a space in the region.
Analysis: The recent security pact between Iraq and Turkey has raised fears about Ankara's intentions and increased military influence in northern Iraq.