Turkey's Kurdish Peace Process: Ocalan Announces End to Armed Struggle | JQJO

PKK leader Abdullah Ocalan announced the end of the group's armed struggle against Turkey, marking a shift to democratic politics. This follows Ocalan's February call for disarmament and May's announcement of the PKK's disbandment. The first disarmament ceremony is scheduled for Friday in northern Iraq. Turkish President Erdogan expressed optimism, stating that all of Turkey – Turks, Kurds, and Arabs – will benefit from this peace process. However, concerns remain, requiring legal assurances and mechanisms to ensure a lasting transition to democratic politics.