13.04.2026 22:05
Large-scale operations targeting the terrorist organization ISIS were conducted nationwide in Turkey under the coordination of the Ministry of Interior. In simultaneous operations carried out in 56 provinces through the joint work of police, intelligence, and judicial units, a total of 525 suspects, who were determined to be linked to the organization and providing it with financing, were captured, sending the message that comprehensive and determined steps in the fight against terrorism continue.
The Ministry of Interior announced that large-scale operations against the terrorist organization ISIS were carried out across Turkey. According to the statement, a total of 525 suspects were captured in simultaneous operations conducted in 56 provinces.
MANY INSTITUTIONS WORKED TOGETHER
It was stated that the operations were carried out under the coordination of the General Directorate of Security Counter-Terrorism (TEM) Department Presidency, the Intelligence Presidency, the National Intelligence Organization, and the Republic Chief Public Prosecutor's Offices. It was expressed that the field work was carried out by TEM branch teams affiliated with provincial security directorates.
FINANCIAL AND ORGANIZATIONAL CONNECTIONS DETECTED
It was reported that the captured suspects provided financing to the terrorist organization, had previously operated within ISIS, and had warrants issued for their arrest.
“OUR OPERATIONS WILL CONTINUE” MESSAGE
In the ministry's statement, emphasizing determination in the fight against terrorism, it was stated, "With our unity, solidarity, and collective strength against terrorism, we are resolutely continuing our operations against the activities and financial structures of the ISIS terrorist organization."
SIMULTANEOUS OPERATION ACROSS TURKEY
The fact that the large-scale operation covered many provinces once again demonstrated that the security forces' coordinated and comprehensive struggle against terrorist organizations continues.