The Turkish military killed 21 Kurdish militants in northern Syria and Iraq, targeting PKK and YPG forces. The operations highlight ongoing tensions, with Turkey designating these groups as terrorists. Ankara continues military actions to ensure security, with cross-border airstrikes becoming routine against PKK bases in northern Iraq.
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