Turkish security sources reported that militants belonging to the Kurdistan Workers' Party (PKK) have begun evacuating several of their camps and positions in the mountainous regions of northern Iraq (Kurdistan Region). This on-the-ground movement is seen as a notable shift in the regional security landscape. According to Turkish sources, the evacuation is likely a result of sustained military pressure and operations conducted by Turkish forces along the border regions. The abandonment of these positions highlights changing military tactics and operational stress on the group in the area. Neither PKK leadership nor official authorities from Iraq or the Kurdistan Regional Government have formally commented on the extent of the withdrawal. Turkish officials stated that they are closely monitoring movements in the area to determine whether this represents a permanent retreat or a strategic repositioning [Reuters](https://www.google.com/search?q=)