It used to concentrate its attacks on Turkish military figures, but has recently started to campaign against western interests. It assassinated two US military contractors in protest at the Gulf War. The PKK has been in decline since the capture of its leader Abdullah Ocalan two years ago. He has been sentenced to death in Turkey and most of the group's fighters have withdrawn to northern Iraq and Iran. Special Reports Background Angry reaction to terror crackdown Sweeping new anti-terrorist laws have been attacked by opponents who say they will stifle dissent.
Critics say the legal gaps have made Britain a haven for terrorist groups.
London has, let's face it, been a base for groups exploiting the freedoms of this country. The people who are going to be affected, besides the Irish, are the Muslims. They want us to stop supporting Muslims abroad. This law labels any Muslim who supports Hamas or Hezbollah as terrorists. It's a disaster.