Abdullah Ocalan, the leader of the Kurdistan Workers' Party (PKK), declared the end of the group's armed struggle against Turkey through a video message. He described this change as a historic gain, advocating for a shift towards democratic politics. Ocalan emphasized the importance of establishing a Turkish parliamentary committee to oversee the peace process and called for the voluntary disarmament of PKK fighters. His message coincided with a significant disarmament ceremony, underlining the transition of the PKK after over 40 years of conflict and violence against the Turkish state.
"This represents a voluntary transition from the phase of armed conflict to the phase of democratic politics and law," said Ocalan, emphasizing the historic nature of this shift.
Ocalan highlighted the necessity of a Turkish parliamentary committee to oversee the peace process, asserting that care and sensitivity are essential for its success.
Ocalan's announcement coincides with the first PKK disarmament ceremony in northern Iraq, marking a significant turning point after more than 40 years of conflict.
He called for the disarmament process to be determined and implemented swiftly, reflecting a commitment to peace and stability in the region.
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