Abdullah Ocalan: The Complex Legacy of a Kurdish Icon Navigating the Struggle for Rights and Reconciliation

While in prison, Öcalan's political ideology began to evolve. He distanced himself from the PKK's previous Marxist-Leninist roots and began advocating for a more democratic, pluralistic approach to Kurdish identity and rights. His writings and statements emphasized the importance of dialogue and peaceful resolution of conflicts, a significant shift that has influenced many of his followers and supporters in the Kurdish movement.