Turkish security forces eliminate 32 terrorists in northern Iraq
Turkish forces eliminate 32 militants in ongoing operations, reaffirming commitment to counterterrorism efforts
The Ministry of National Defense said in a statement: “Brave, Resolute, and Capable. Our heroic Turkish Armed Forces eliminated 32 PKK terrorists identified in the Haftanin, Gara, Hakurk, and Claw-Lock Operation areas in northern Iraq. We will not allow terrorist organizations to raise their heads, and we will continue our fight with determination until not a single terrorist remains in the area.”
Türkiye launched the Claw series of operations in northern Iraq in 2019. These operations targeted areas like Hakurk, Metina, Zap, Gara, Avashin-Basyan, Sinat-Haftanin, Kandil and Asos, which the PKK and its supporters used for activities like recruitment, shelter, logistical support, and planning actions against Türkiye.
Claw-Lock operation is the latest operation within the Claw series.
Source: Newsroom