PKK begins disarmament process after 40 years of armed struggle in Turkiye
Summary
The Kurdistan Workers' Party (PKK) has begun disarmament after announcing it would stop its armed conflict with Turkey, which has lasted for about 40 years and caused over 40,000 deaths. In Iraq's northern Kurdish region, PKK fighters are symbolically destroying their weapons, marking a move towards peace. The disarmament process will continue with coordination between Turkey, Iraq, and the Kurdish regional government.Key Facts
- The PKK's armed conflict with Turkey has lasted about 40 years, resulting in over 40,000 deaths.
- PKK fighters began destroying their weapons in Iraq's northern Kurdish region in a symbolic ceremony.
- The disarmament process is happening under tight security and will continue throughout the summer.
- Turkish President Erdogan welcomed the disarmament, viewing it as beneficial for the region.
- The PKK previously announced in May its intention to end its armed struggle.
- The PKK is considered a "terrorist" group by Turkey, the EU, and the US.
- Abdullah Ocalan, the PKK leader imprisoned since 1999, called the disarmament a move towards democratic politics.
- The conflict has also affected Iraq, Syria, and Iran, complicating life for locals like farmers in northern Iraq.
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