The Turkish Ministry of National Defence issued a message marking the 10th anniversary of Operation Euphrates Shield, conducted in northern Syria against ISIS and other terrorist elements.
The ministry said the operation dealt a heavy blow to terrorist organizations in Syria, particularly ISIS, and paid tribute to the Turkish Armed Forces and its soldiers.
The message extended mercy to those who lost their lives and wished veterans health, happiness and long lives.

Operation Euphrates Shield was launched in northern Syria on August 24, 2016, in cooperation between the Turkish Armed Forces and the Syrian National Army. Its stated objective was to eliminate ISIS and other terrorist elements threatening the security of the region.