What to Know About the P.K.K. and Its Fight Against Turkey

nytimes.comPublished: 5/12/2025

Summary

The Kurdistan Workers’ Party (PKK) has decided to end its decades-long armed insurgency against Turkey by laying down arms and disbanding, following calls from leader Abdullah Ocalan to disarm amid growing international pressure. This move could significantly reshape Turkish politics and have far-reaching implications for neighboring countries, as the PKK remains a influential force in the region.