Iran Embraces P.K.K. Leader’s Urgent Call for Disarmament
In a significant development for regional peace, the Iranian Ministry of Foreign Affairs has expressed its support for P.K.K. leader Abdullah Ocalan’s recent call to lay down arms. This move is seen as a crucial step towards reducing violence in the region.
Esma’eel Baqayi, the spokesperson for the Ministry, stated on Friday that the Islamic Republic is in favor of any initiative that leads to the cessation of terrorism and enhances security in neighboring Turkiye. He emphasized the hope that this process would yield positive outcomes for the region.
On Tuesday, Ocalan, who has been imprisoned since 1999, urged his followers to disarm after decades of conflict with the Turkish state. He stated, “Convene your congress and make a decision. All groups must lay their arms and the PKK must dissolve itself,” according to reports from Turkish media.
This pivotal message was delivered in both Kurdish and Turkish by politicians from pro-Kurdish parties who visited Ocalan earlier that day. It’s important to note that the P.K.K. is classified as a terrorist organization by Turkey, making Ocalan’s call for disarmament a potentially transformative moment in the ongoing conflict.
- Iran’s Support: The Iranian government backs efforts that promote security and peace in Turkiye.
- Ocalan’s Message: The call to disarm is a historic plea for unity among P.K.K. followers.
- Political Context: Ocalan’s statements are significant given the P.K.K.’s designation as a terrorist group.
- Regional Impact: The hope is that this initiative will lead to a reduction in violence across the region.
