PKK Ambush Kills Turkish Soldiers

The PKK launched an attack on Turkish soldiers, resulting in the death of at least eight people. The soldiers were traveling in a convoy when a series of explosions hit their vehicle in the southeastern province of Hakkiri. One soldier died immediately, while another seven died of sustained injuries in the hours following the blasts. There were an additional 11 soldiers and personnel injured in the ambush. It is also reported that PKK terrorists fired upon the vehicle after the initial explosions were detonated, causing more injuries.

The PKK’s heightened level of violence has ultimately led to the deaths of at least 30 Turkish soldiers and 10 Kurdish militants. The violence increased when the Turkish government made a statement alluding to new tactics that would be used to counter the terrorist organization, including the redistribution of police forces in the Black Sea region.

Fighting for autonomy in Turkey’s southeast region, the PKK has killed over 40,000 soldiers and civilians since 1984.