The PKK will hold a ceremony in Iraqi Kurdistan to mark the beginning of its disarmament process after 40 years of armed struggle against Turkey. Turkish President Erdogan has praised this move, which is seen as a significant step towards ending the conflict that has claimed around 40,000 lives. The disarmament will involve a small group of PKK members laying down their arms, with further steps planned in collaboration with Turkish and Iraqi governments. Abdullah Ocalan, the PKK's leader, has called for a transition to democratic politics. The situation remains complex, with ongoing political implications in Turkey. Teljes cikk (bbc.com europe)