The Turkish army launched an operation with the participation of thousands of soldiers in the countryside of Mount Bagok in Mardin province. While many armored vehicles were deployed to the region, military positions were set up at many points.

Helicopter movements were also observed in the operation area in the morning. Shepherds taking their animals out to graze were not allowed to leave their homes. Announcements were made for villagers not to leave their homes.

Meanwhile, the high areas of Mount Bagok were bombed repeatedly by warplanes.

It is also reported that a large number of village guards and soldiers were sent to the region from the district of Midyat.