The PKK, a Kurdish group that has fought against Turkey for 40 years, has announced its disbandment following a call from its leader, Abdullah Ocalan. The group, which initially sought an independent Kurdish state, now aims for greater autonomy and rights for Kurds. The disbandment is seen as a step towards resolving the Kurdish issue through democratic means. Ocalan, imprisoned since 1999, emphasized the need for democracy. The move comes amid pressures on the PKK and the Turkish government's need for support from pro-Kurdish parties ahead of the 2028 elections. Teljes cikk (bbc.com europe)