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Peshmerga forces conduct sweep operation against ISIS in Kurdistan mountains

Peshmerga forces conduct sweep operation against ISIS in Kurdistan mountains
Peshmerga forces conduct sweep operation against ISIS in Kurdistan mountains

2025-01-05 20:50:24 - From: Shafaq News


Shafaq News/ The Ministry of Peshmerga announced on Sundaythe launch of a military operation against ISIS in the mountainous areas of theKurdistan Region.

In a statement received by Shafaq News Agency, the ministrysaid, "To ensure the eradication of terrorist bases and movements in thearea, the 18th Infantry Division conducted a sweep operation on January 5,2025, at 08:00 AM, along the borders of Mount Qarachok and the Kendinawaplains."

The statement added, "The operation concluded at 10:00AM, with the area being fully cleared."

Recently, several joint operations have been carried outbetween the Peshmerga and the Iraqi Army against remnants of ISIS, particularlyin areas of mutual interest.