PKK Declares Ceasefire and Proposes Dissolution in Historic Shift

Abdullah Öcalan calls for an end to armed struggle, contingent on Turkey meeting democratic and constitutional reforms.

Abdullah Öcalan, imprisoned leader of the PKK, has urged the group to convene a congress to consider disbanding and ending its armed struggle.
The PKK announced a ceasefire, stating it will not engage in armed actions unless attacked, marking a significant shift in its approach to the Kurdish-Turkish conflict.
Öcalan’s proposal includes demands for constitutional reforms in Turkey, particularly regarding the recognition of Kurdish identity and language rights.
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan welcomed the call but has yet to propose concrete mechanisms for advancing peace or addressing Kurdish demands.
Skepticism remains among Kurdish communities and analysts, who emphasize that the PKK’s dissolution depends on Turkey meeting the outlined conditions for democratic progress.