TR Military Operations in Northern Iraq

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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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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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Is it true Turkey is going to start new ground operation in Syria ?
 

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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.
 
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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.
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%
 

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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%
OK but, does elections matter at all in IKBY?
 

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Airstrikes against targets in Asos. UCAVs engaged a target in Mawat. Airstrikes continue in Galala. Qandil is also hit

Source: Barracuda
 

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