# Turkish political developments regarding terrorism policy

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/turkish-political-developments-regarding-terrorism-policy
> Updated: 2026-08-21T13:02:34.000Z. Sources: 15. Developments: 3.

Nationalist Movement Party (MHP) officials have promoted a ‘Terror-free Turkey’ initiative, describing it as a state policy driven by President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan to ensure national survival and social peace. Party leaders have emphasized that legislative efforts are focused on permanently removing terrorism from the national agenda.

In subsequent political developments, MHP leader Devlet Bahçeli addressed a ‘framework law,’ asserting that proposed regulations concerning PKK members do not constitute an amnesty. During various regional congresses, MHP representatives reiterated their commitment to the process, with Deputy Chairman Feti Yıldız characterizing it as a state policy and Deputy Chairman Özgür Bayraktar warning of regional expansionist threats.

Recent developments indicate that the initiative has transitioned from a political movement into a comprehensive state project. MHP officials Yaşar Yıldırım and Musa Küçük noted that a framework law related to this process received 467 votes in the Grand National Assembly of Turkey (TBMM). While 44 of these votes came from the MHP, officials described the remaining 423 votes as an unprecedented level of broad consensus in the assembly’s history.

The initiative has encountered political opposition. İYİ Party official Muhammet Mısırlıoğlu expressed strong opposition to reports suggesting that Abdullah Öcalan might lead a ‘Disarmament and Politicization Board’ to coordinate returns, arguing that granting any political role or legitimacy to the PKK leader is ‘unacceptable to the Turkish nation.’

## Claims

- The initiative started by Devlet Bahçeli two years ago has evolved into a state project. (corroborated by 4 sources)
- A law received a level of support in the Grand National Assembly of Turkey (TBMM) unprecedented in its history. (corroborated by 2 sources)
- The law received 467 votes, including 44 from the MHP and 423 votes from other sources. (corroborated by 2 sources)
- Abdullah Öcalan is reportedly set to head a commission to coordinate returns. (single source)

## Timeline

### 2026-08-21: Turkey's MHP promotes 'Terror-free Turkey' as state policy

MHP officials describe the 'Terror-free Turkey' initiative as a state policy, noting unprecedented support for related legislation in the TBMM, despite opposition regarding Abdullah Öcalan's potential role.

7 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/mhp-official-highlights-legislative-support-for-turkeys-security-initiatives

### 2026-08-17: Turkey manages diverse political, economic, and social developments

Turkey manages a diverse agenda including MHP's stance on legal reforms, new social housing plans for 500,000 units, upcoming economic data releases, and commemorations for the 1999 Marmara earthquake.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/turkey-manages-diverse-political-economic-and-social-developments

### 2026-08-08: MHP officials advocate for 'Terror-free Turkey' policy

MHP officials are promoting the 'Terror-free Turkey' initiative as a central state policy, emphasizing national security and legislative efforts to eliminate terrorism during various party congresses.

10 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/turkish-politicians-debate-regional-security-and-defense-agreements

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