The Media Center of the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) released a statement announcing the details of an operation carried out in Heseke.

According to the statement, the SDF military operations forces conducted a security operation against a group of ISIS cells in the Heseke (al-Hasakah) city on February 22nd.

“During the operation, our forces apprehended 16 ISIS operatives and facilitators who were involved in carrying out terrorist attacks against our forces, and those who provided facilitation and support to ISIS cells in executing these terrorist acts,” said the statement.

The SDF stated that their forces have commenced investigations and interrogations with the apprehended operatives, and further details will be provided later.

“Our forces reiterate their commitment to continue the fight against the ISIS remnants until the complete eradication of ISIS,” SDF said.

During the operation, SDF forces seized the following weapons, ammunition, and equipment:

1 – AK-47 rifles /3/.

2 – AK-74 rifle /1/.

3 – AK-47 magazines / 4 /.

4 – AK-74 magazines / 3 /.

5 – Hand grenade / 1 /.

6 – Pistols /1/ with one magazine.

7 – Military quiver / 1 /.