Airstrike by the Ministry of National Defense in northern Iraq

In a written statement regarding the operation, the Ministry of National Defense stated:

“In order to neutralize PKK/KCK and other terrorist elements, to eliminate terrorist attacks against our people and security forces from northern Iraq, and to ensure our border security; in accordance with our right to self-defense arising from Article 51 of the United Nations Charter, airstrikes were carried out on October 3, 2023, at 20:00 against terrorist targets located in the Metina, Gara, Hakurk, Kandil, and Asos regions of northern Iraq. With the airstrikes conducted, a total of 16 targets, consisting of caves, bunkers, shelters, and depots used by the Separatist Terrorist Organization (BTÖ) and assessed to contain terrorists at the leadership level, have been destroyed.”

According to the statement, a large number of terrorists were neutralized in the operations, using the maximum amount of domestic and national ammunition. 

It was emphasized that the Turkish Armed Forces will continue the fight against terrorism with determination and resolve for the survival and security of Turkey, just as in the past, until not a single terrorist remains. 

It was stated that during the operation, every measure was taken to ensure that innocent civilians, friendly elements, historical and cultural assets, and the environment were not harmed.

News Source: İHA