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What happened
Turkey conducted a nationwide raid detaining 357 suspected Islamic State members. The operation followed a deadly eight-hour clash in Yalova that killed three police officers and six militants. This highlights Turkey's ongoing efforts to combat terrorism and prevent attacks.
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Key insights
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Nationwide scale: Raids took place in 21 provinces concurrently, showing broad coordination.
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High casualties: Three police officers died during the Yalova standoff with militants.
Takeaways
Turkey is intensifying its crackdown on Islamic State militants to enhance national security.