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The PKK, or Kurdistan Workers' Party, is a Kurdish militant and political organization that seeks to establish an independent Kurdish state in the region of Kurdistan. Founded in 1978, the PKK initially advocated for a Marxist-Leninist ideology and a socialist Kurdish state. Its primary area of operation has been southeastern Turkey, where it has engaged in armed conflict with the Turkish state for decades.

Over time, the PKK's ideology has evolved, with its leadership, particularly Abdullah Öcalan, shifting towards democratic confederalism and a more decentralized approach to Kurdish self-governance. This new ideology emphasizes autonomy within existing state borders rather than outright secession, and it has influenced Kurdish movements in neighboring countries as well.

The PKK is designated as a terrorist organization by Turkey, the United States, the European Union, and several other countries. Its activities have included bombings, assassinations, and armed attacks against Turkish security forces and infrastructure. The Turkish government has undertaken extensive military operations to combat the PKK.

The conflict has resulted in a significant loss of life and displacement of populations. The PKK has also been involved in supporting Kurdish groups in other parts of the Middle East, particularly in Syria, where its affiliates have played a role in combating the Islamic State. The group's political objectives and methods remain a subject of international controversy and ongoing debate.