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Iraqi forces launch security operation to track down ISIS terrorists in northern Diyala

A security source in the Iraqi province of Diyala reported the launch of a combing operation in Hawi al-Adhim, north of the province.

A security source in the Iraqi province of Diyala reported the launch of a combing operation in Hawi al-Adhim, north of the province.

The source said that security forces from the army have started a limited-purpose combing operation within the great Hawi sector (90 km north of Baquba) to track ISIS cells and secure agricultural roads and advanced checkpoints.

The source added that the operation comes after the foil of the terrorist organization’s infiltration attempt yesterday evening in Albu Muhammad Village, resulting in the killing of one of its leaders.

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