DATE: May 25, 2018
TIME: 14:14
TURKISH ARMED FORCES PRESS INFORMATION NOTES
(May 18 - May 24, 2018)
1. The Turkish Armed Forces are resolutely continuing their struggle against PKK / KCK / PYD-YPG and DEAŞ, especially within the country and abroad, in order to ensure the security of our country and nationality.
2. During the course of the past (May 18-24, 2018), the PKK / KCK terrorist organization continued to carry out median operations in Diyarbakir, Mardin, Siirt and Northern Iraq, both of which were used as areas of residence and domestic routes.
a. During the operations carried out;
(1) 49 terrorists, 3 of whom are supposed to be the leading members, have been neutralized,
(2) 37 EYPs and 11 weapons sites, shelters and shelters were detected and destroyed,
(3) Seven heroes have been martyred with our gun friends, twelve heroic gun friends have been injured.
b. As a result of the controls and controls carried out in the context of effective border security and services, 7,473 people were caught trying to make illegal transgressions.
c. As a result of the measures taken in the border line against smuggling and fighting against drugs, which are the most important financial resources of the PKK / KCK terrorist organization and the operations carried out, 1,083 kg powder cannabis, 178.15 kg cannabis cannabis, 508,737 root cannabis, 128 lt illegal fuel, 162,990 packed smuggled cigarettes and 9 illegal mobile phones were seized.
d. As a result of the persecution and firmly executed operations, the PKK / KCK terrorist organization is under pressure, the free movement of the organization and its ability to act are restricted.
3. Within the scope of the operation carried out in the north of Syria;
a. Operation of Fırat Kalkan:
Thanks to the intense and determined struggle of the Free Syrian Army, supported by the Turkish Armed Forces, in order to secure border security, to prevent threats and attacks of DEAŞ terrorist organization, to contribute to the transformation of displaced persons into their homes, to protect civilians / A total of 243 built-up areas and 2,015 km² of area between Azez-Cerablus are under control.
Continuation of exploration and mine exploration and cleaning works in Bab district; The terrorist elements of the PKK / KCK / PYD / YPG continue to be sensitive to the implementation of the measures taken to stop the attacks from Münbic to the west.
Within this scope, from time to time, there is a legitimate defense against harassment and assault from the Münbic region. It contributes to the normalization (infrastructure, superstructure, support of local governments, etc.) carried out in the region.
b. Idlib Region:
In the İdlib District, the Turkish Armed Forces as the Tension Reduction Control Force, with the aim of increasing the effectiveness of the ceasefire in the scope of the Astana negotiations, ending the conflicts, delivering humanitarian aid to the needy, providing suitable conditions for returning the displaced to their homes and providing favorable conditions for settlement of the conflict through peaceful means. .
In this scope; From 13 October 2017 to now, 12 Observation Points have been established and operated. The elements of the Turkish Armed Forces continue to carry out their duties in the region in accordance with the agreed rules of engagement in the Astana negotiations.
c. Olive Dalı Operation:
In order to ensure the security and stability of our borders and our region by the Turkish Armed Forces, it is necessary to neutralize the terrorists belonging to the PKK / KCK / PYD-YPG and DEAS in the Afrin region in the north of Syria and to save the people of the friendly and brotherly regions from their oppression and oppression, "Olive Branch Operation" was started from 17:00 on January 20, 2018.
The operation is based on the rights of our country stemming from international law, the decisions of the UNGC against terrorism in particular 1624 (2005), 2170 (2014) and 2178 (2014) and on the subject of the Legislative Defense in the 51st article of the UN Convention, is performed respectfully.
Only the terrorists and their shelter, shelter, positions, weapons, tools and equipment are targeted in the planning and execution of the operations which are based on our glorious history and culture.
In the area of operations by the Turkish Armed Forces, the most modern warfare weapons, tools and equipment and ammunition are effectively used in harmony with innocent people and the environment, in accordance with international law, with the attention and sensitivity not shown by any other country at the expense of delay.
At the same time, the religious and cultural structures, historical monuments and archaeological remains in the area of operation since the beginning of the operation and the facilities operating in the public interest are certainly not among the targets of the elements of the Turkish Armed Forces.
