Forces Attack Kurds in Eastern Province
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Turkish security forces, including mountain commandos, pressed an offensive against Kurdish rebels in the mountains of eastern Turkey. Military officials said troops backed by aircraft were engaged in heavy fighting at several points in Tunceli province with Kurdistan Workers Party rebels. About 20,000 soldiers reportedly were closing in on about 250 rebels. Security officials said 15 rebels have been killed in the past two days. There was no word of military casualties. The Kurds are seeking self-rule.
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