Doha: The Kurdistan Workers' Party (PKK) announced on Monday it would dissolve itself and end military operations in Turkiye, marking the end of a rebellion that has lasted more than four decades.

According to Qatar News Agency, the announcement followed the conclusion of the PKK's 12th Congress, during which it was decided to dismantle the group's organizational structure and abandon what it referred to as the "armed struggle."

The reports stated that the PKK expressed confidence in Kurdish political parties to assume responsibility for advancing Kurdish democracy and contributing to the establishment of a democratic Kurdish nation. The group also stressed the need to redefine Turkish-Kurdish relations.

Commenting on the announcement, Omer Celik, spokesperson for Turkiye's ruling Justice and Development (AK) Party, described the PKK's decision to disband as 'an important step toward a terror-free Turkey.'

Celik added that if this decision is fully implemented - leading to the shutdown of all PKK branches and affiliated illegal structures - it would mark a significant turning point. He noted that the process will be closely monitored by relevant state institutions, according to Anadolu Agency (AA).

This development follows a call made in February by PKK leader Abdullah Ocalan, who urged the dissolution of all PKK-affiliated groups and a complete end to the group's armed activities.