border security: Turkey offers Iraq technical help to bolster border security
Turkey is discussing with Iraq to provide technical support in securing its borders against the Kurdistan Workers Party (PKK). This follows Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan's recent visits to Baghdad and Erbil, as Turkey increases cross-border operations against PKK militants in northern Iraq. During Erdogan's visit, the two countries agreed on a strategic framework covering security, trade, and energy, along with a defense cooperation deal. Iraq has expressed interest in Turkey's offer to assist with border security systems, with discussions ongoing.