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Turkish Forces to Continue Syria Operations Against PKK/YPG/SDG, Citing Use of Human Shields at Tishrin Dam

Jan 9, 2025, 07:07 AM

The Turkish Armed Forces (TSK) have declared their determination to continue cross-border operations into Syria if terrorist groups such as PKK/YPG/SDG do not disarm, while affirming their respect for Syria's territorial integrity. This statement comes from the Turkish Ministry of Defense (MSB), which also highlighted the use of civilians as human shields by PKK/YPG terrorists around Syria's Tishrin Dam, labeling it as a violation of human rights. The MSB further stated that the TSK is committed to preventing these terrorist groups from using strategic infrastructure like the Tishrin Dam to destabilize the region.