Partiya Karkeren Kurdistane (PKK)
Overview of Partiya Karkeren Kurdistane (PKK)
| ID | CTI0036 |
|---|---|
| Sanction Regime | The Counter-Terrorism (International Sanctions) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 |
| Designation Source | UK |
| Other Information | The Director Disqualification Sanction was imposed on 09/04/2025. |
| Imposed Sanctions | Arms embargo, Asset freeze |
| Last Updated | Apr 09, 2025 |
| UK Statement of Reasons | "The PKK is a Kurdish terrorist organisation, proscribed by the UK, the EU and NATO, which was formed in the late 1970s and has claimed responsibility for numerous terrorist attacks, mainly against Turkish state security forces but also civilians. Its attacks are mainly carried out in Turkey’s largely Kurdish southeast. Cooperation exists between the PKK in Turkey and other Kurdish armed groups in the region situated along the Öcalan axis of support. These like-minded groups identify as being under the cross-border umbrella of the Kurdistan Communities Union (KCK). |
| OFSI Group ID | 7231 |
What alternative names has Partiya Karkeren Kurdistane (PKK) used?
| Name | Title | Name Type | Non-Latin Name | Alias Strength |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Partiya Karkeren Kurdistane (PKK) | Primary name | Partiya Karkerên Kurdistanê (PKK) | ||
| Kurdistan Workers' Party | Alias |
Data Source
- The UK Sanctions List
A list maintained by the UK Government that identifies individuals and entities subject to financial sanctions. The list includes information on the reasons for the sanctions and the restrictions that apply. - license: CC0