Turkey begins a new era of stability after PKK dissolution

13-04-25

The Kurdistan Workers’ Party (PKK), considered a terrorist organization by Turkey and its Western allies, has officially announced its dissolution and the end of its armed struggle after more than 40 years of conflict. This historic decision, made during its 12th Congress, responds to the call of its imprisoned leader, Abdullah Öcalan, and marks a turning point in the country’s political and security landscape.

The conflict between the PKK and the Turkish state has caused more than 40,000 deaths since 1984, severely impacting the country’s economy and social fabric. The dissolution of the armed group opens the door to greater integration of the Kurdish movement into Turkish political life, despite the repression faced by the DEM Party, an ally of the opposition CHP and a key challenger to President Erdogan.

The Turkish government has welcomed the announcement with optimism and is preparing measures to certify the disarmament, including oversight by Turkish intelligence services. Weapons are expected to be handed over at locations in Turkey, Syria, and Iraq, and a reintegration process is being planned for fighters without blood crimes. Senior PKK leaders are expected to be transferred to third countries.

This new phase of peace and stability is essential for improving Turkey’s international image and attracting more tourists to the country. In 2016, Turkey suffered a series of terrorist attacks that severely affected the tourism sector, including the bombing of Istanbul’s Blue Mosque and the attack at Atatürk International Airport, which killed dozens of people, including foreign visitors.

With the PKK’s dissolution and the end of armed conflict, Turkey is taking a major step toward greater security and stability, which could spark a “positive wave” across the region and prevent “imperialist plans that use terrorist organizations to create wars,” according to Ömer Çelik, spokesperson for the ruling AKP party.

The disarmament and reintegration process will be closely monitored by the Turkish state, and PKK leader Abdullah Öcalan is expected to play a key role in the transition. Although there are uncertainties about the fate of the fighters and the practical implementation of the process, the PKK’s decision represents a major step toward a terrorism-free Turkey and a safer environment for both citizens and visitors.

In summary, the dissolution of the PKK marks the beginning of a new era for Turkey—one with hopes for lasting peace, greater stability, and a safer atmosphere that could revitalize the tourism industry and strengthen the nation’s economy.

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