Turkey is supporting Iraqi attempts to combat ISIS threats to Kirkuk, other regions

Turkey is supporting Iraqi efforts to combat ISIS threats in Kirkuk and other regions. Iraq's Counter-Terrorism Service captured an ISIS suspect in Kirkuk on November 5. Turkey's Ministry of Defense welcomed Iraq's reinforcement of border outposts and observation posts, affirming continued security cooperation. The US withdrew forces from Iraq on September 30.

Turkey is supporting Iraqi attempts to combat ISIS threats to Kirkuk and other regions, according to a report from The Jerusalem Post. On November 5, the Iraqi Counter-Terrorism Service (ICTS) captured a suspect from ISIS in Kirkuk Governorate, based on a prior arrest warrant. The ICTS said it will continue precision raids to pursue remnants of ISIS. Turkey's Ministry of Defense welcomed Iraq's reinforcement of outposts and observation posts along the border, affirming continued security cooperation. Turkey has interests in Kirkuk and Tal Afar. The US withdrew forces from Iraq on September 30, ending the anti-ISIS coalition's role. Iraq also detained three members of the Popular Mobilization Forces (PMF) south of Baghdad who were transporting 35 rockets. Turkey praised the possible reopening of the Kirkuk-Baniyas pipeline from Iraq to Syria.