The number of Turkish soldiers killed in the anti-terrorist operation "Penche-Kilit" in northern Iraq has reached 5.

The statement came from the Turkish National Defense Ministry, APA reports.

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13:47

Three Turkish soldiers were killed in the anti-terrorist operation "Penche-Kilit" in northern Iraq.

APA's Istanbul correspondent reports from the Turkish National Defense Ministry.

In addition, 4 servicemen were injured.

They were immediately taken to hospital.