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Turkish jets target PKK shelters in northern Iraq

Anadolu Agency TÜRKIYE
Published May 23,2019
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Turkish fighter jets hit weapon emplacements and shelters used by PKK terror group in northern Iraq, Turkish Defense Ministry said on Thursday.

In a statement, the ministry said airstrikes were carried out in Hakurk region of northern Iraq.

In its more than 30-year terror campaign against Turkey, the PKK -- listed as a terrorist organization by Turkey, the U.S. and the EU -- has been responsible for the deaths of nearly 40,000 people, including women and children.