14 PKK/YPG terrorists ‘neutralized’ in northern Syria
Turkish forces "neutralized" 14 PKK/YPG terrorists in northern Syria during an operation in the Peace Spring zone, according to the Ministry of National Defense. This comes as part of ongoing efforts to prevent terrorist activities in the region.
- Türkiye
- Anadolu Agency
- Published Date: 01:02 | 29 January 2025
- Modified Date: 01:03 | 29 January 2025
Turkish security forces "neutralized" 14 PKK/YPG terrorists in northern Syria, the country's National Defense Ministry said on Wednesday.
The terrorists were targeted in the Operation Peace Spring zone, the ministry said on X.
Turkish authorities use the term "neutralize" to imply the terrorists in question surrendered or were killed or captured.
In northern Syria, Türkiye has carried out a series of successful anti-terror operations since 2016, including Euphrates Shield (2016), Olive Branch (2018), and Peace Spring (2019), to prevent the establishment of a terror corridor and ensure the peaceful settlement of local residents.
In its 40-year terror campaign against Türkiye, the PKK -- listed as a terrorist organization by Türkiye, the US, and EU -- has been responsible for the deaths of over 40,000 people, including women, children, infants, and the elderly. The YPG is the Syrian offshoot of the PKK.
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