Turkish forces take every necessary measure for national security

The Turkish Armed Forces (TSK) have been taking every necessary measure for the security of the country and its borders, sources from the Defense Ministry said.

When asked about a possible cross-border operation following reports of Turkish military reinforcement near the Syrian border recently, the sources said: “As our president has repeatedly stated, what is necessary for the security of our people and our borders has been done and will be done when and where it is needed. From time to time, terrorists attack and infiltrate these regions. All kinds of measures are currently being taken against this. In this context, the TSK takes the necessary measures by shifting troops wherever there is a need.”

President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan and other senior officials recently signaled that a new operation could take place to tackle terrorist organizations operating near the Turkish border in northern Syria.