US State Department Welcomes PKK’s Decision to Lay Down Arms

Kokcha News Agency: US State Department spokesperson Tammy Bruce has welcomed the PKK’s decision to lay down arms, describing it as a crucial development in the fight against terrorism.

During a daily press briefing, Bruce addressed questions about the PKK’s recent public ceremony in Sulaymaniyah, Iraq, where weapons were burned as part of the organization’s disarmament process.

Bruce stated, “As we know, this is very important. They wanted people to see that they were actually doing it—burning their weapons.” She emphasized that the US views the PKK as a foreign terrorist organization and that any step toward disarming and eliminating the threat is welcomed.

Key Points:

1. PKK’s Disarmament:
   • The PKK held a public ceremony in northern Iraq to burn its weapons, signaling its commitment to laying down arms.
2. US Support:
   • Bruce reiterated the US’s stance on the PKK as a foreign terrorist organization and welcomed the disarmament process.
3. SDG’s Role in Syria:
   • Bruce also highlighted the role of the SDG (Syrian Democratic Forces), the PKK/YPG’s affiliate in Syria, in the fight against ISIS. She noted that the SDG remains an important partner in counter-terrorism efforts.
4. Integration into Syrian Government:
   • Bruce stressed that it is time for the SDG to integrate into the existing Syrian government structure.

The US State Department’s support for the PKK’s disarmament marks a significant step in the fight against terrorism, while also calling for the integration of the SDG into the Syrian government.