- PKK (Kurdistan Workers’ Party) has fought against Turkey since 1984 for Kurdish autonomy.
- Conflict led to thousands of deaths over 40+ years.
- Abdullah Öcalan, PKK’s jailed leader, called for a ceasefire on March 1, 2025.
Ceasefire Declaration
- PKK announced a ceasefire and hinted at disbanding.
- Turkish government’s response: Acknowledged but no formal peace talks yet.