Turkish special forces neutralize terrorists in Syria

Six militants of the YPG branch of the PKK terrorist organization in northwestern Syria, which was preparing to attack the Olive Branch operation zone, have been neutralized, Report informs, citing the Turkish Ministry of National Defense.

Fighters of the Turkish special forces conducted another successful operation in the Olive Branch operation zone. Militants trying to disrupt security and peace in the region have been neutralized, the ministry said.

The militants of the PKK terrorist organization, established in 1984, committed numerous crimes in Turkey, killing 7,500 members of the security forces and 6,800 civilians.

The United States and the European Union have listed the PKK as a terrorist organization.