UPDATE: Turkish security forces have detained four additional suspects linked to Daesh in northern Bartin Province, as part of a sweeping nationwide counterterrorism operation. This urgent crackdown, confirmed by security sources, underscores Türkiye’s intensified efforts to dismantle terrorist networks across the country.
The operation in Bartin, conducted by provincial police teams, aims to expose and disrupt Daesh’s operational and financial activities in the region. The suspects are believed to have provided crucial financial support to the terrorist organization.
This latest round of detentions follows a dramatic escalation in operations against Daesh. Just yesterday, Interior Minister Ali Yerlikaya announced that security forces arrested at least 357 suspects in coordinated operations across Türkiye. These efforts continued today, leading to the detention of an additional 125 suspects during simultaneous raids across 25 provinces.
Earlier this week, a significant clash in Yalova resulted in the deaths of at least six Daesh terrorists after they opened fire on police, tragically killing three officers. The ongoing operations have been extensive, affecting major cities including Istanbul, the capital Ankara, and Izmir, with additional actions taken in provinces such as Aydin, Bursa, Eskisehir, Hatay, and Mersin.
Minister Yerlikaya emphasized that these operations are conducted in close coordination with provincial police units and public prosecutors’ offices, alongside counterterrorism and intelligence departments. He reaffirmed Türkiye’s commitment to a zero-tolerance policy towards terrorism, stating, “We will continue to dismantle these networks and protect our citizens.”
The urgency of these developments highlights Türkiye’s ongoing battle against terrorism, with the government ramping up its response in light of recent threats. As operations continue, the nation remains on high alert for any further attempts by Daesh to infiltrate or disrupt safety and security.
Stay tuned for more updates as this story develops.
