Turkish Police Clash with ISIL: Officers Killed and Wounded in Raids
Three Turkish police officers were killed and several others wounded in clashes with ISIL militants during extensive counter-terrorism raids across Turkey. The operations, primarily in Yalova province, also resulted in the deaths of six ISIL fighters.
- Three Turkish police officers killed in Yalova during anti-ISIL raid.
- Six ISIL militants were also killed during the extensive operation.
- Eight to nine police officers, plus one night watchman, sustained injuries.
- Raids targeted ISIL hideouts across 13 Turkish provinces.
- Operation part of intensified efforts against terror cells during holidays.
- The clashes occurred in Yalova province, northwestern Turkey.
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