About 8 Kilograms of Drugs Seized in Hakkari

Turkey's Defense Ministry said its "Terror-Free Turkey" vision aims to eliminate terrorism permanently, contributing to peace and stability not only for the country but the region. Speaking at a weekly press briefing in Ankara, ministry spokesman Rear Admiral Zeki Aktürk said one PKK militant surrendered in the past week, while operations continued against caves, shelters and explosives. He reported 490 people were caught at borders in the last week, with 7,443 caught trying to cross illegally since Jan.

1 and 44,802 prevented this year. About 8 kilograms of drugs were seized in Hakkari. Aktürk said five F-16 jets deployed to Estonia on July 31 for NATO enhanced air policing, starting duties Aug.

1. He criticized Israel for sabotaging Gaza ceasefire efforts, saying an attack on a tent camp and health facility killed over 30 civilians. Defense Minister Yaşar Güler attended a funeral on July 31, spoke with Syria's defense minister Aug. 1, and will host the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus foreign minister.