Taking stock of the PKK peace talks with Burak Bilgehan Özpek

Joining Recap radio this week is Burak Bilgehan Özpek, a professor of political science at TOBB University of Economics and Technology and long-time political commentator for the online publication, Daktilo1984.Together with Turkey recap editor Diego Cupolo, Özpek shared his views on why the PKK peace process might collapse, potential faults in the AKP-MHP ruling alliance and succession debates over who might follow Pres. Recep Tayyip Erdoğan.The ongoing crackdown on the main opposition CHP was also discussed, along with the Syria transition, Turkey’s current geopolitical value and the role of the international community.Also referenced in this talk:Top pro-Kurdish lawmakers urge faster steps in Turkey’s PKK peace plan (Reuters)Bahçeli calls for Türkiye to join Russia, China in counter alliance (HDN)Turkish foreign minister’s remarks on KAAN fighter jet engine fuel succession rumours (Philenews)Other ways to watch & listen:Our webcasts are also available on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts and other podcast players.Turkey recap is an independent, reader-supported newsletter that helps people make sense of the fast-paced Turkey news cycle. Contact us: [email protected] here on Substack (or on Patreon for discount options). Paid subscribers get full access to our recaps, reports, members-only chat and news tracking tools.We are an affiliate of the Global Forum for Media Development and aim to create balanced news that strengthens local media by supporting journalists in Turkey.Diego Cupolo, Editor-in-chiefEmily Rice Johnson, Deputy editorCeren Bayar, Parliament correspondentYıldız Yazıcıoğlu, Parliament correspondentGünsu Durak, Turkish language editorDemet Şöhret, Social media and content manager This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.turkeyrecap.com/subscribe