Pakistan, Aug. 11 -- Turkey parliament has approved a bill to formally disband the Kurdistan Workers' Party, or PKK. The legislation also offers limited amnesty to some fighters who surrender their weapons. The move marks the Turkish government's first major legislation aimed at ending the decades-long conflict. The bill was debated for nearly 12 hours before lawmakers voted on it.

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The legislation, titled "Terror-Free Turkey," received 468 votes in favour and 88 against. Six lawmakers were absent during the vote. The approval could create a new path for advancing the peace process. It also aims to support efforts to end a conflict that has continued for d...