Security Forces Target Terrorist Movements South of Kirkuk, Announce Civilian Casualty

mniraq - Security authorities announced the execution of targeted strikes against movements by terrorist elements within the operations sector south of Kirkuk province. Sources clarified that stationed forces detected a night-time infiltration attempt and dealt with it immediately using support weapons. The preemptive operation tragically resulted in the injury of a civilian woman who happened to be in the vicinity of the targeted site. She was quickly evacuated for medical care but succumbed to her wounds. Security agencies continue sweeping and monitoring operations to track down terrorist remnants and secure the areas of responsibility.