By Cuneyt Celik
KARS, Turkey (AA) – At least three terrorists were "neutralized" in the eastern Kars province of Turkey, security sources said on Monday.
Gendarmerie forces launched an operation in the Cemce district, regarded as one of the critical regions for anti-terror operations.
Turkish authorities use the term "neutralized" to imply the terrorists in question surrendered or were killed or captured.
Three military personnel were wounded during the operation, one of them succumbed to his injuries at a hospital while the other two are receiving medical care.
The air-backed operation continues in the region at a full pace.
* Writing by Ali Murat Alhas