The Ministry of Defense stated in a statement that “pursuant to our rights to self-defense under Article 51 of the Charter United NationsAn air operation was carried out against terrorist targets in the north Iraq And Syria on October 23, 2024, and a total of 32 terrorist targets were successfully destroyed,” noting that these “air operations are continuing.”
In a post on the “X” platform, the Turkish President confirmed Recep Tayyip ErdoganNo terrorist entity or organization targeting the security of his country will be able to achieve his hopes.
Erdogan said, “This terrorist attack on the Tosas company, which is one of the most prominent Turkish defense industry companies, is a despicable attack targeting the survival and peace of our country and our defense initiatives, which represent a symbol of independence.” Türkiye “Completely.”
He added: “Let our people know that the dirty hands that extend to Turkey will certainly be broken, and that any terrorist entity or organization that targets our security will not be able to achieve its hopes,” Anadolu news agency reported.
Interior Minister Ali Yerlikaya said earlier on Wednesday that two attackers were killed in the incident, which he described as a terrorist attack, adding that two of the injured were in critical condition.
According to Yerlikaya, “Two terrorists were neutralized in the terrorist attack on the Tosas company site in Kahramankazan.” In Ankara. Unfortunately, we have five martyrs and 22 injured in the attack. Three of the wounded have already been discharged from hospital, while 19 are receiving treatment.
He explained that it was highly likely that the two perpetrators belonged to Kurdistan Workers’ Party Banned, adding, “The method used shows that it is highly likely that the Kurdistan Workers’ Party was behind the attack. Once we complete their identification and confirm other evidence, we will announce more confirmed information.”
“Tusas” is one of the most important defense and aviation companies in Turkey, and produces the “Qan” aircraft, the first fighter aircraft made in Turkey, along with other projects, according to what Reuters reported.
