Feryal Clark, a British Member of Parliament with Turkish and Kurdish roots, has expressed strong support for the ongoing peace process between the Kurdistan Workers’ Party (PKK) and the Turkish government. Describing the initiative as “potentially transformative,” Clark emphasized the UK’s potential role in fostering this historic reconciliation. The PKK, designated as a terrorist organization by Turkey, the EU, and the UK, announced its dissolution in May 2024 following a call from its imprisoned leader, Abdullah Öcalan, urging Kurds to pursue their rights within democratic frameworks. Clark, whose family fled political persecution in Turkey during the 1980s, highlighted the significance of this move in building trust between Kurdish groups and the Turkish state. She noted the remarkable shift in Turkey’s attitude toward its Kurdish population, contrasting the current openness with the oppressive policies of the past, such as the prohibition of Kurdish music and language. Clark also underscored the economic and geopolitical benefits of peace, suggesting that resolving the conflict could attract foreign investment and stabilize the region. Drawing parallels with the Northern Ireland peace process, she advocated for the UK to share its expertise in conflict resolution to support the Turkish-Kurdish dialogue. Clark, the first MP of Turkish descent in the UK, reflected on her dual identity and the importance of cultural representation in politics. She expressed hope that Turkey’s association with the PKK conflict would soon be a thing of the past, paving the way for a more prosperous and inclusive future.