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Türkiye to gradually hand over Bashiqa-Zilkan base to Iraq
Original: Türkiye to gradually hand over Bashiqa-Zilkan base to Iraq: Defense Ministry
Türkiye's Defense Ministry announced it will gradually transfer its Bashiqa-Zilkan military base in northern Iraq to Iraqi control. The base near Mosul has hosted Turkish troops for years, supporting operations against the PKK. The handover marks a notable step in bilateral relations, as Ankara and Baghdad have recently deepened security cooperation.
Why now: The announced transfer signals a shift in Türkiye's military presence in Iraq amid improving bilateral security ties.
TürkiyeIraqBashiqa-Zilkan baseTurkish Defense Ministry
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