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Is this your own map? If it is, is it open for public view?
TR Military Operations in Northern Iraq
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No. The maps that we use here are maps of https://x.com/hakikatsizler and https://x.com/BarracudaVol1 . This is why we try to give them credit for their hard work. The reason we upload the images sometimes without the links to the posts is due to the fact that their twitter accounts are often suspended temporarily or permanently and we lose the content (archive).
As far as I know the maps are not public and usually the response to requests are negative.
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Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian's first foreign visit is to Iraq, with the primary focus on economic cooperation. He toured all political and economic centers across the country, including Baghdad, Basra, and Najaf. In the Kurdistan Region, Pezeshkian visited both Erbil and Sulaimani, recognizing their distinct economic ties with Iran.
Notably, Pezeshkian spoke Kurdish extensively during his visit and even responded in Kurdish when a journalist posed a question in imperfect Persian. This is particularly interesting given Iran's own sizable Kurdish minority population. Pezeshkian's willingness to publicly use Kurdish demonstrates a notable approach that shows Iran's flexibility when it comes to linguistic and ethnic diversity.
This is significant: Iraqi National Security Advisor Qasim al-Araji has stated that Iraq is in talks with the UN to relocate Iranian Kurdish opposition groups to a third country. These groups have already been disarmed and temporarily resettled in six camps - four in Erbil and two in Sulaimani.
Al-Araji further stated: "We have evacuated 77 bases near the Iraq-Iran border, which were occupied by 'separatist groups'" (referring to Komala and KDPI forces). These locations have been handed over to Iraqi border guards, and Iraqi forces are now stationed at these bases.
The PJAK exception: Interestingly, while other Iranian Kurdish groups have been disarmed, both Iran and Iraq have remained notably silent about PJAK. This group continues to operate actively in the Penjwen, Sharbazher, and Mawat districts along the border between Sulaimani province and Iran, having neither evacuated its bases nor surrendered its weapons. In fact, a multiple recent Turkish drone strikes targeted their positions in the region. PJAK, as the Iranian affiliate of the PKK, is considered one of the more formidable Iranian Kurdish armed factions. It boasts a cadre of battle-hardened fighters who have gained substantial combat experience alongside the PKK in Turkey and in Syria.
Notably, Pezeshkian spoke Kurdish extensively during his visit and even responded in Kurdish when a journalist posed a question in imperfect Persian. This is particularly interesting given Iran's own sizable Kurdish minority population. Pezeshkian's willingness to publicly use Kurdish demonstrates a notable approach that shows Iran's flexibility when it comes to linguistic and ethnic diversity.
This is significant: Iraqi National Security Advisor Qasim al-Araji has stated that Iraq is in talks with the UN to relocate Iranian Kurdish opposition groups to a third country. These groups have already been disarmed and temporarily resettled in six camps - four in Erbil and two in Sulaimani.
Al-Araji further stated: "We have evacuated 77 bases near the Iraq-Iran border, which were occupied by 'separatist groups'" (referring to Komala and KDPI forces). These locations have been handed over to Iraqi border guards, and Iraqi forces are now stationed at these bases.
The PJAK exception: Interestingly, while other Iranian Kurdish groups have been disarmed, both Iran and Iraq have remained notably silent about PJAK. This group continues to operate actively in the Penjwen, Sharbazher, and Mawat districts along the border between Sulaimani province and Iran, having neither evacuated its bases nor surrendered its weapons. In fact, a multiple recent Turkish drone strikes targeted their positions in the region. PJAK, as the Iranian affiliate of the PKK, is considered one of the more formidable Iranian Kurdish armed factions. It boasts a cadre of battle-hardened fighters who have gained substantial combat experience alongside the PKK in Turkey and in Syria.
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It is revealed that we neutralized the so-called PKK leader for Makhmur, a terrorist taking place in the "RED" Most Wanted List, code name "Adil Mardin", Azad Akinci. The 3 women injured in the strikes were out of the building in the time of the strike according to the latest information we have.MIT's UCAVs carried out a strike against a PKK target in a building in the Makhmur camp. So far different sources report different number, but there are 2-3 seriously injured terrorists in result of the strike. The strike took place at 160km depth from the Turkiye-Iraq border.
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Lets see a bit of what's happening in Hakurk.
We started to move south after many years in Hakurk. TSK units took control of Kamkura Mountain, which has an altitude of 1760 meters, southwest of Tatasur, where they were deployed last fall.
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If we look at the PKK's statements, there are search and destroy activities targeting Lolan (1), located south of Mount Sekif, and Tabir Mountain (2), located south of Mount Kamkura, which was taken under control this summer.
This is the first time we established presence more than 30km into Iraq during a combat operation.
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F-16s over Galala, Suleymaniyah, almost 150kms from the border. Interesting.
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We seriously need new fighter jets. if Hürjet can fly the same sortie and drop same bombs I'd say that's a winner in my book. I'm of course assuming our F16 aren't fully loaded, but with what's necessary. 
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8 in Gara
4 in Hakurk
5 in Kandil
A total of 17 floaters flushed down to oblivion.
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Turkish intel 'neutralizes' senior PKK member - Türkiye News
The National Intelligence Agency (MİT) has "neutralized" senior PKK member Lokman İsmail in northern Iraq, security sources confirmed on Sept. 30.
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I am sorry guys for I couldn't report to you in the last month. Basically we did a very good job in all of the areas of operation, but we also took while minimal still some casualties (may Allah accept the martyrdom of our soldiers). The tunnel networks at Matin and Amedi are fully encircled, situation in Metina is good without too much problems, tunnels are cut off. We are 30km deep in Hakurk and search and destroy operations are continuing. The most important thing right now is that we are expanding our operation areas to Gara. We already have special forces operating in Gara preparing the ground for other light infantry forces. We will see how the situation will develop.
The thing that is concerning is that FPV quadcopter design kamikaze UAVs were used against our forces. Both hard kill and EW counter-measures are working good so far.
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Huge cave found belongings to PKK
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No goverment trying to surrender to PKK ATM.
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This is a recently cleaned tunnel in Metina, but I am not sure if it is one of the 5 big tunnels that we talked about. It is good to know that this tunnel is a small one compared to the others we are facing in Metina not to even mention Zap, but still it gives an idea of what kind of craftmanship and work is put into these tunnels
The tunnels in Gara are not even comparable to these. I can't wait for the day we manage to clean some of the big ones so we can have a clear picture of what we are talking about.
Now some good news.
At least 2 vehicles were hit by MIT UCAVs northwest of Gara. Four terrorists were neutralized.
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I don't know if this is the right topic, but I wanted to share this: It sounds a bit demogogic at first, but please listen patiently to the end:
Pamukoğlu suggests re-establishing the 6th Army in Diyarbakır, which was established in the late 19th century and defended Iraq in the Great War. He also talks about the need to re-establish of its 2 corps and 6 divisions that have historical meanings for some countries. He also gives a nice anecdote: 'Vehicles, steel, of course, you take them to war, but first you have to take the spirit to war'. His re-establishing 6th army idea is essentially based on this logic. He also says that the Qur'ans and flags, banners of the old former regiments should be taken back from military museums, which I think is also very true.
Pamukoğlu suggests re-establishing the 6th Army in Diyarbakır, which was established in the late 19th century and defended Iraq in the Great War. He also talks about the need to re-establish of its 2 corps and 6 divisions that have historical meanings for some countries. He also gives a nice anecdote: 'Vehicles, steel, of course, you take them to war, but first you have to take the spirit to war'. His re-establishing 6th army idea is essentially based on this logic. He also says that the Qur'ans and flags, banners of the old former regiments should be taken back from military museums, which I think is also very true.
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So you're saying it should be done as a move towards the problems in ME, and as a message to be sent to the adversaries that try to expand their influence in ME. e.g. Iran, and Israel with their greater Israel dreams ?
But such a move would require solid leadership and General Staff that according to their assessment think it is necessary.
btw the link doesn't work for me
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The initial results of the special voting are gradually being released by the media. So far, these results are from a limited number of polling stations, but the emerging trend is as follows:
- The KDP is overwhelmingly leading in Duhok and large parts of Erbil, while the PUK is dominant in Sulaimani and smaller PUK-controlled areas of Erbil as well as in Halabja. What stands out is that the New Generation Movement is competing strongly and at times surpassing the Kurdistan Islamic Union in Duhok. Additionally, the Halwest faction is gaining some votes, which, if this trend continues into the general elections, could potentially translate into seats for both New Generation and Halwest. This is particularly notable because the leading candidate for each faction is a former prisoner who was jailed for years by KDP security forces due to opposition activism and protests.
- In Sulaimani, where the PUK’s security forces are concentrated, Lahur Sheikh Jangi’s list is performing poorly. He had hoped to secure a reasonable share of the vote within the PUK’s specialized forces, given his former role as the party’s anti-terror commander and co-leader. However, most opposition lists are currently ahead of his People’s Front list. Overall, the Kurdistan Justice Group is also performing below expectations.
-40,000 votes cast by security forces in KRG elections have been counted
KDP: 51%
PUK- 23%
KIU: 5%
- The KDP is overwhelmingly leading in Duhok and large parts of Erbil, while the PUK is dominant in Sulaimani and smaller PUK-controlled areas of Erbil as well as in Halabja. What stands out is that the New Generation Movement is competing strongly and at times surpassing the Kurdistan Islamic Union in Duhok. Additionally, the Halwest faction is gaining some votes, which, if this trend continues into the general elections, could potentially translate into seats for both New Generation and Halwest. This is particularly notable because the leading candidate for each faction is a former prisoner who was jailed for years by KDP security forces due to opposition activism and protests.
- In Sulaimani, where the PUK’s security forces are concentrated, Lahur Sheikh Jangi’s list is performing poorly. He had hoped to secure a reasonable share of the vote within the PUK’s specialized forces, given his former role as the party’s anti-terror commander and co-leader. However, most opposition lists are currently ahead of his People’s Front list. Overall, the Kurdistan Justice Group is also performing below expectations.
-40,000 votes cast by security forces in KRG elections have been counted
KDP: 51%
PUK- 23%
KIU: 5%
