Turkish forces eliminate 1,631 terrorists in Iraq, Syria this year
Turkish security forces have eliminated 18,313 terrorists since July 24, 2015, including 1,631 in Iraq and Syria since Jan. 1 this year, said Defense Minister Hulusi Akar on Saturday.
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In addition to F-16 fighter jets, border artillery units, attack helicopters and fire support elements on the frontlines are participating in the operation.
The TSK [ Turkish Armed Forces] regularly conducts cross-border operations in northern Iraq….