Ankara, Turkey – In a swift military response to a terrorist attack that claimed the lives of ten people at the headquarters of Turkish Aerospace Industries, Turkey has launched airstrikes targeting nearly 30 positions of the Kurdistan Workers Party (PKK) in northern Iraq and Syria. The Ministry of Defense of Turkey confirmed the strikes, emphasizing that precautions were taken to avoid civilian casualties during the operation. The coordinated airstrikes followed a violent incident on Wednesday when two attackers unleashed chaos at the aerospace facility in Ankara, firing weapons and detonating explosives.
In addition to the fatalities, 14 individuals sustained injuries in the attack, prompting an immediate response from security forces, who rushed the wounded to nearby hospitals. While no organization has officially claimed responsibility for the attack, Turkish authorities have pointed the finger at the PKK, a designated terrorist group known for its long-standing conflict with the Turkish state. Minister of Internal Affairs Ali Yerlikaya expressed his condolences on social media, stating, “A terrorist attack has taken place at the headquarters of Turkish Aerospace Industries.
Unfortunately, some of our soldiers have been martyred, and many people have been injured.” Ankara Mayor Mansur Yavas also condemned the assault, paying tribute to the victims and offering prayers for the recovery of the injured. “We condemn the terrorist attack itself. Tribute to the soldiers who died in this attack. Also those who are injured. I pray for their speedy recovery,” he said. The Turkish government’s decisive military action underscores its commitment to combating terrorism, particularly from groups like the PKK, which has been a source of unrest in the region for decades. As the situation unfolds, the PKK has yet to issue an official statement regarding the airstrikes or the allegations surrounding Wednesday's deadly assault. As tensions continue to rise, the international community watches closely, awaiting further developments in Turkey’s ongoing battle against terrorism.