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Reports: Turkey increases military buildup in Iraqi Kurdistan

Reports: Turkey increases military buildup in Iraqi Kurdistan

A pro-government newspaper reports that Sulaymaniyah International Airport has turned into a “logistics center” for the PKK and Turkey will strike the airport if such activities continue.

Three soldiers killed in PKK attack

Three soldiers killed in PKK attack

The clashes occured in Iraq’s Kurdistan region, where Turkey has been carrying out military operations since May 2019.

27 November 2023

'Claw' operations: Soldier succumbs to injuries, bringing two-day death toll to seven

'Claw' operations: Soldier succumbs to injuries, bringing two-day death toll to seven

The clashes have intensified in Turkey's military operation in Iraq's Kurdistan Region.

One soldier killed during clashes in KRG territory

One soldier killed during clashes in KRG territory

The soldier was reported killed during clashes with the PKK in the "Operation Claw-Lock" area.

Soldier succumbs to injuries following clash with PKK in Iraq's Kurdistan region

Soldier succumbs to injuries following clash with PKK in Iraq's Kurdistan region

The contracted soldier was wounded on June 15 during the "Operation Claw-Lock."

Türkiye launches airstrikes in Syria, Iraq: Dozens reportedly killed, including journalist, soldiers

Türkiye launches airstrikes in Syria, Iraq: Dozens reportedly killed, including journalist, soldiers

The strikes were carried out in retaliation to last week's bomb attack in İstanbul, the government said. Dozens of people, including Syrian government soldiers and SDF fighters, as well as a journalist, were reportedly killed in the raids.

20 November 2022

Four soldiers killed in 'Operation Claw-Lock'

Four soldiers killed in 'Operation Claw-Lock'

A clash broke out between soldiers and the Kurdistan Workers' Party members during a search and reconnaissance mission, according to the ministry.

12 September 2022

Turkey denies responsibility for strike that killed 9 in Iraq's KRG as Baghdad lashes out

Turkey denies responsibility for strike that killed 9 in Iraq's KRG as Baghdad lashes out

Accusing Turkey of violating its sovereignty, Iraq said it will bring the incident to the UNSC and threatened to use the "economic card" against Turkey.

Turkey's bombardment hits tourist spot, kills eight in Iraq's Kurdistan region, officials say

Turkey's bombardment hits tourist spot, kills eight in Iraq's Kurdistan region, officials say

KRG officials said the bombardment targeted a group of Arab tourists in the region, killing at least eight people and wounding over 20.

HDP deputies speak about visit to Iraq amid Turkey's military offensive

HDP deputies speak about visit to Iraq amid Turkey's military offensive

MPs Uca and Temelli last week met the president of Iraq, politicians and community leaders, exchanging views on Turkey's military offensive that has been going on for a month now.

Iraq hands protest note to Turkey's ambassador over 'Operation Claw-Lock'

Iraq hands protest note to Turkey's ambassador over 'Operation Claw-Lock'

Ambassador Güney has been given a "strongly worded letter," according to reports in the Iraq media.

Iraq's president says Turkey's offensive into KRG 'a threat to our national security'

Iraq's president says Turkey's offensive into KRG 'a threat to our national security'

"These attacks were carried out despite our warnings. We have previously called for these attacks to be stopped," President Salih has said.

‘Claw’ operations: Four soldiers lost their lives in Iraq’s KRG in two days

‘Claw’ operations: Four soldiers lost their lives in Iraq’s KRG in two days

A military bases in Iraq's north was targeted by PKK members, the Defense Ministry has said.

Turkey continues new military operation in Iraq's Kurdistan region, one solider loses his life

Turkey continues new military operation in Iraq's Kurdistan region, one solider loses his life

The Turkish Armed Forces on April 23 launched a new operation as part of the "Claw Operations" targeting the PKK.