Kurdish Workers' Party (PKK)

The Kurdish Workers’ Party (PKK) is a Kurdish political and militant organization founded in 1978 that seeks greater autonomy and rights for Kurds in Turkey. Originally formed as a Marxist-Leninist group aiming for independence, it has engaged in armed conflict with the Turkish government, resulting in decades of violence. The PKK's activities include guerrilla warfare and political activism, and it is designated as a terrorist organization by Turkey, the U.S., and the EU. Its core goals focus on cultural recognition, political rights, and improved conditions for Kurds, amidst complex regional and security dynamics.