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One Soldier Loses His Life in Şırnak

One Soldier Loses His Life in Şırnak

As a result of the explosion of an IED that was set up by the PKK, one soldier has lost his life and one has been wounded in Şırnak province.

6 Village Guards Killed in Siirt

6 Village Guards Killed in Siirt

In a fire opened by the PKK militants in Turkey’s southeastern province of Siirt, six village guards have been killed, four soldiers and three village guards have been wounded.

Two Military Caravans Attacked in Eastern Turkey

Two Military Caravans Attacked in Eastern Turkey

24 security officers were injured from a bombing attack against the military caravans on a highway between Van and Hakkari provinces in Eastern Turkey, last night.

22 September 2015

Bombing Attack in Hakkari and Mardin Provinces: 5 Policemen Die

Bombing Attack in Hakkari and Mardin Provinces: 5 Policemen Die

Armored police vehicles were attacked in Hakkari and Mardin provinces; five policemen died while three policemen got wounded.

16 September 2015

Explosion and Clashes in Dağlıca

Explosion and Clashes in Dağlıca

In Hakkari province, a land mine exploded and an armed conflict broke out. It was stated that many soldiers got wounded and died.

7 September 2015

Two Privates, a Military Officer, a Police Officer and a Civilian Die

ATTACKS IN SOUTHEASTERN TURKEY

Two Privates, a Military Officer, a Police Officer and a Civilian Die

In southeastern Turkey, in Şırnak province, two privates and a military officer lost his life during armed conflict. In Diyarbakır, a police officer and a civilian were killed by unidentified persons.

Reactions after PKK Attack in Hakkari

Reactions after PKK Attack in Hakkari

After PKK attacks that left 24 soldiers dead, a cross-border operation to Iraq was launched. According to Yüksekova Haber reporter Dara, even though the clashes did not spill into the city centre people in Hakkari are extremely concerned.

20 October 2011

General Staff Comments on Heron Scandal

General Staff Comments on Heron Scandal

The General Staff Directorate denied allegations that they deliberately avoided the use of Heron air vehicles in the PKK attack on Han Tepe in July. However, the announcement does not explain alleged communication between military personnel.

23 August 2010 Ertuğrul Kürkçü

Chief of General Staff: No Need for Martial Law after PKK Attacks

Chief of General Staff: No Need for Martial Law after PKK Attacks

After the PKK attack on a gendarmerie outpost in the South-East, pro-Kurdish politician Yıldız called for "not joining the army". Chief of General Staff Başbuğ said there is no need for a "state of emergency". Kılıçdaroğlu from the CHP said, "The government smashed against a wall".

22 June 2010 Erhan Üstündağ

11 Soldiers Died in PKK Attack

11 Soldiers Died in PKK Attack

According to the General Staff, eleven soldiers and twelve members of the illegal Kurdistan Workers Party PKK were killed in armed conflicts in south-eastern Turkey over the weekend. Fırat News agency announced the death of three PKK members. The funeral services for the killed soldiers were attended by thousands of people.

21 June 2010 Erhan Üstündağ

Peace Despite The Latest PKK Attack

Former president of Diyarbakır’s Chamber of Doctors İpekyüz and Peace Assembly spokesperson Yağmurdereli are concerned that the latest incidents may increase the polarization in the society.

6 October 2008 Tolga Korkut

Kurdish Guerillas Attack A Military Border Post

Kurdish Guerillas Attack A Military Border Post

Reacting to the military operations by the Turkish Armed Forces, the Kurdish Workers Party (PKK) attacked to a military post in the eastern Turkey, killing 15 soldiers and injuring 21. 23 guerillas were killed in the engagement as well.

Released Soldiers in Prison!

Released Soldiers in Prison!

After being released by the PKK, the eight soldier hostages have been arrested for "not fulfilling their duty, disobedience and desertion abroad".

12 November 2007

PKK Attack: 1 Soldier, 3 PKK Militants Dead

The PKK attacked a gendarmerie station in Tunceli. One sergeant and three PKK members were killed.

7 November 2007

State Council Criticises Government Censorship

The State Council has criticised the government's insistence on banning radio and TV broadcasts referring to the PKK attack in Daglica, Hakkari, on 21 October.

2 November 2007 Erol Önderoğlu

Hostage Soldiers Are Alive

Hostage Soldiers Are Alive

The PKK has published photographs of the eight soldiers it took hostage at the weekend.

24 October 2007 Tolga Korkut

Domestic Reactions to PKK Attack

Domestic Reactions to PKK Attack

After the PKK attack on soldiers in the province of Hakkari on Sunday, it is said that12 soldiers and 32 PKK militants have been killed. There have been strong reactions in the country.

22 October 2007