Ceasefire between PKK and Turkey

SOURCE www.breitbart.com
Outlawed Kurdish militants declare ceasefire with Turkey following a call by jailed PKK leader Abdullah Ocalan to disband and end armed struggle. PKK agrees to ceasefire and potential dissolution, citing Ocalan's appeal for peace.

Key Points

  • PKK declares ceasefire following Ocalan's call for peace
  • Turkey and Syria could benefit from a truce with the PKK
  • Challenges remain in creating a secure environment for PKK congress

Pros

  • Potential for peace and stability in the region
  • Opportunity to end decades-long armed struggle

Cons

  • Uncertainty about the PKK's commitment to the ceasefire
  • Potential backlash from hardline nationalists in Turkey