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KURDISH PKK MILITANTS ANNOUNCE DECISION TO DISSOLVE AFTER DECADES-LONG CONFLICT WITH TURKEY. (PHOTO).


 Kurdish PKK Militants Announce Decision to Dissolve After Decades-Long Conflict with Turkey


May 12, 2025 – Ankara, Turkey



In a historic development marking the potential end of one of the most protracted and deadly insurgencies in the region, the Kurdistan Workers' Party (PKK) announced on Monday its decision to officially dissolve its armed wing, bringing an end to more than four decades of conflict with the Turkish state.


In a statement released through its affiliated media, senior PKK leaders said the decision came after extensive internal discussions and in response to “the changing political dynamics in the Middle East and the aspirations of the Kurdish people for a peaceful and democratic future.” The group indicated that it would transition from armed struggle to peaceful political engagement, although it provided limited details on the next steps.


"The time has come to open a new chapter based on dialogue, rights, and democratic participation," the PKK statement read. "We call on the Turkish state to respond in kind and begin a process of reconciliation that recognizes the cultural and political rights of the Kurdish people."


Founded in 1978 by Abdullah Öcalan, the PKK launched its armed campaign in 1984, seeking autonomy and greater rights for Kurds in southeastern Turkey. The conflict has since claimed more than 40,000 lives and deeply strained Turkey’s relations both domestically and internationally.


Turkish authorities have not yet issued an official response to the announcement, but sources in Ankara suggested that while skepticism remains, there is cautious optimism about the group’s declaration. President Recep Tayyip ErdoÄŸan has long maintained a hardline stance on the PKK, labeling it a terrorist organization along with the U.S. and EU.


Analysts say the PKK’s decision may be influenced by a combination of military pressure, shifting alliances in Syria and Iraq, and growing calls from within the Kurdish community for a non-violent path to achieving political recognition.


“This could be a watershed moment if both sides are willing to seize the opportunity,” said Dr. Selin Kaya, a political analyst based in Istanbul. “But much will depend on what concrete actions follow this announcement, particularly in terms of disarmament, amnesty policies, and cultural rights.”


The international community, including the European Union and United Nations, welcomed the news, urging both the PKK and the Turkish government to commit to a credible and inclusive peace process.


While many Kurds celebrated the potential for peace, others expressed cautious hope, having seen past ceasefire efforts collapse into renewed violence. The coming weeks are expected to be crucial in determining whether this marks the true end of a bitter conflict that has shaped Turkey’s modern history.


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