A counterterrorism operation targeting the Daesh terror group is ongoing in Türkiye’s northwestern Yalova province, security sources said.

Police launched an operation against Daesh at a house located on the road to Elmalik village, near the city centre, according to the sources on early Monday.

A clash erupted during the raid, leaving seven police officers injured.

Special operations units from the nearby province of Bursa were dispatched to support the ongoing operation, which is continuing under tight security measures in the area.

Authorities said the injured officers were taken to the hospital and are in good condition.

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