In a historic appeal, Abdullah Ocalan, the imprisoned leader of the PKK, has called for the group to disarm and dissolve, marking a potential turning point in the long-standing conflict with Turkiye. The PKK, designated a terrorist organization by Turkiye, the US, and the EU, has been involved in an armed struggle since 1984, resulting in over 40,000 deaths. Ocalan acknowledged the PKK was created in response to Turkish repression of Kurdish rights, yet believes that with increased freedoms now, its mission is outdated. Recent political overtures from Turkish officials suggest a possible rapprochement in this context.
Ocalan urged the PKK to dissolve and lay down its arms, stating that the group's lifespan has ended and the context for its formation no longer exists.
The PKK leader asserted that the need for the PKK arose from the repression of Kurdish rights, which he believes has since diminished significantly.
He framed the PKK as a product of the Cold War, suggesting that the changing political landscape necessitates a reevaluation of its ongoing conflict.
Ocalan's call for peace comes amid a backdrop of deteriorating relations and the haunting legacy of a conflict that has claimed over 40,000 lives.
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