Regarding the debates whether the government is meeting the imprisoned Kurdish Leader Ocalan regularly which was started by the statement from Kurdistan Democratic Confederation (KCK), the Turkish Minister of Justice Sadullah Ergin stated that the ministry officials are meeting Ocalan everyday. “Since the day he was captured, the security forces as well as intelligence service met Ocalan from time to time when it was needed.” added the minister of Justice.

Minister of Interior Beþir Atalay responding the question whether the head of the Turkish National Intelligence Service (MIT) meet Ocalan said “The question should be asked to MIT. It is not an organ related to me.” He also denied any direct contact with the AKP government and the imprisoned Kurdish leader.

Responding the questions of the Turkish news channel NTV regarding the dialog with Ocalan, Minister of Justice Sadullah Ergin said: “These meeting did not started just today. It was a necessity. Neither the government nor the AKP party would attempt such a thing; however security forces may visit him when it is needed.” The minister also denied the allegations that ministry consultants went to visit Ocalan.

He further stated that “These meeting should not be defined as a “bargain” or “negotiation”. These suggestions are unacceptable and our legitimate interlocutors are in the parliament.”