bölücüler

Bölücüler is a Turkish term that translates to "separatists" or "dividers." In contemporary Turkish political discourse, it is most commonly used to refer to groups perceived as attempting to fragment the Turkish state or society. This label is often applied to Kurdish nationalist movements, particularly the Kurdistan Workers' Party (PKK), which has waged an armed struggle against the Turkish state for Kurdish self-determination. The term carries strong negative connotations and is frequently used by the Turkish government and nationalist circles to delegitimize and condemn these groups.

The government's use of "bölücüler" aims to frame separatist aspirations as inherently destructive and a threat to national unity and territorial integrity. This rhetoric is a significant element of Turkish domestic policy and has implications for how Kurdish issues are addressed. Critics argue that the broad application of the term can stifle legitimate political dissent and obscure the underlying grievances that fuel separatist sentiments. The perception of who constitutes a "bölücü" can vary, but it generally encompasses any entity or ideology deemed to challenge the indivisibility of Turkey.