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Turkish forces eliminate 16 PKK/YPG terrorist in northern Iraq, Syria

Turkish forces eliminate 16 PKK/YPG terrorist in northern Iraq, Syria Turkish soldier. (AA Photo)
By Newsroom
Nov 8, 2024 11:34 AM

The Turkish Ministry of Defense announced that 16 PKK/YPG terrorists were eliminated in coordinated operations in northern Iraq and Syria. The strikes targeted terrorist positions in Iraq’s Gara and Hakurk regions, as well as in Syria’s Euphrates Shield and Olive Branch operation areas.

Breakdown of the operations

According to the Turkish Ministry of Defense statement, Turkish forces successfully eliminated 10 PKK/YPG terrorists in the Gara and Hakurk areas of northern Iraq. Additionally, 6 PKK/YPG terrorists were neutralized in the Euphrates Shield and Olive Branch regions in northern Syria.

Turkish Ministry of Defense’s statement on X

“There is no escape from the end that awaits terrorists! Our fight against terrorist organizations, wherever they may be, will continue until the last terrorist is neutralized!” Turkish Ministry of Defense said in their statement.

Last Updated:  Nov 8, 2024 12:02 PM