Istanbul: The Kurdistan Workers' Party (PKK) has announced the outcomes of its 12th conference, declaring an end to all actions carried out in its name, including its armed struggle against the Turkish government. The decision marks a significant shift in the long-standing conflict that has persisted for decades.

According to Islamic Republic News Agency, the PKK's congress held in northern Iraq resulted in what the group described as 'historic' decisions. A statement from PKK leader Abdullah Ocalan was presented during the congress, outlining his perspectives and proposals for ending the conflict. Ocalan, who has been imprisoned since 1999, had previously urged the PKK in February to cease its armed struggle and disband as a means to resolve the conflict, which has led to over 40,000 deaths since the 1980s.

Despite being classified as a terrorist organization by Turkey and most Western countries, the PKK had announced a ceasefire shortly after Ocalan's appeal. However, the group stipulated conditions for its complete disbandment, including the establishment of a legal framework for peace negotiations with the Turkish government.

The future of PKK militants remains uncertain, particularly regarding the possibility of their relocation to other countries. Details about any concessions the PKK may receive in return for the disbandment have not been disclosed so far. Established in 1978, the PKK began a separatist insurgency in southeastern Turkey in 1984, employing tactics such as suicide attacks and guerrilla warfare against military sites, government institutions, and Turkish diplomatic missions around the world.