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At least 27 dead, civilian infrastructure targeted in Turkey's strikes in northern Syria

At least 27 dead, civilian infrastructure targeted in Turkey's strikes in northern Syria

The strikes reportedly targeted various civilian sites, including gas and energy facilities, oil stations, medical centers, bakeries, and grain silos.

26 October 2024

Journalists killed in suspected Turkish airstrike in Iraq’s Kurdistan region

Journalists killed in suspected Turkish airstrike in Iraq’s Kurdistan region

Kurdish media outlets named two journalists killed in the strike while earlier reports from the Iraqi media suggested that a senior PKK member was targeted. A KRG official has condemned the incident as Ankara remains silent.

‘There is a limit as to how far Sweden can go to meet Erdoğan’s demands’

BITTE HAMMARGREN

‘There is a limit as to how far Sweden can go to meet Erdoğan’s demands’

“Neither Sweden’s nor Finland’s governments can tell courts whom to extradite; that would be contradictory to the rule of law,” says independent analyst Hammargren, commenting on Sweden’s NATO bid and its relations with Turkey.

27 November 2022 Selay Dalaklı

Pentagon says Türkiye's airstrikes threaten US personnel, Erdoğan says 'it's just the beginning'

Pentagon says Türkiye's airstrikes threaten US personnel, Erdoğan says 'it's just the beginning'

As Türkiye continues shelling northern Syria, the president says a ground offensive is imminent. The Pentagon, meanwhile, said the attacks directly threatened the safety of US personnel.

24 November 2022

CPJ says Türkiye should investigate killing of journalist in Syria airstrikes

CPJ says Türkiye should investigate killing of journalist in Syria airstrikes

In response to the İstanbul bombing on November 13, Türkiye carried out widespread airstrikes targeting the PKK in Iraq and Kurdish-controlled areas in Syria.

23 November 2022

Türkiye continues artillery strikes on northern Syria as US, Russia call for de-escalation

Türkiye continues artillery strikes on northern Syria as US, Russia call for de-escalation

The army shelled several areas in northern Syria after rocket and mortar attacks injured eight security personnel and killed three civilians in border areas. The European Parliament, Sweden and Iraq also called for restraint.

22 November 2022

Barzani visits Erdoğan as Turkey launches airstrikes in KRG, northern Syria

Barzani visits Erdoğan as Turkey launches airstrikes in KRG, northern Syria

Turkey's airstrikes with fighter jets and drones targeted several locations in Iraq's Kurdistan region and a town in SDF-held areas in Syria's north.

3 February 2022

Turkey carries out dozens of airstrikes in Iraq's Kurdistan region

Turkey carries out dozens of airstrikes in Iraq's Kurdistan region

Fighter jets launching from southeastern Turkey at midnight bombed several areas in northern Iraq, including Shingal and Qandil mountains.

UN and US Statements on Idlib Attack

UN and US Statements on Idlib Attack

UN Secretary General Antonio Guterres and US Department of State have made statements about the airstrike in Syria’s Idlib that claimed the lives of 33 soldiers.

28 February 2020

Airstrike by Russia on Idlib: They Threaten Our Bases

Airstrike by Russia on Idlib: They Threaten Our Bases

Russia launched its first airstrike on Idlib after 22 days today. Jets hit 20 points. Kremlin claimed that “the militants in the points hit by airstrike threaten Russian bases”.

4 September 2018

Kremlin: Turkey Gave Coordinates for Deadly Airstrike

Kremlin: Turkey Gave Coordinates for Deadly Airstrike

As to the airstrike which killed three soldiers, Kremlin Spokesperson Peskov said “According to the coordinates provided by our Turkish partners, Türkish soldiers were not supposed to be there”.

10 February 2017