"Source of the world." The participants of the operation from the Turkish side

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On October 9, the Turkish armed forces launched Operation Source of Peace, the official purpose of which is to create a security zone in northern Syria. Ankara wants to defeat several armed groups and thereby solve some of its political problems. To fight against their opponents, the Turkish army is ready to expose its interspecific grouping. Some details of its deployment are already known.





Another invasion


It must be recalled that Turkish troops are not entering Syria for the first time - without any permission from Damascus. Previously, Turkey carried out operations on foreign territory and achieved certain successes, although there were some problems and losses. The "Source of Peace" is becoming a new attempt to solve its problems on foreign territory.

As in previous times, Turkey is in no hurry to disclose all the details of the offensive and its plans. In particular, the strength and structure of the invasion forces are not reported. However stream News from the war zone allows you to create at least the most general picture. On its basis, estimates and forecasts can be made regarding the further development of events from a military point of view.

The operation "Source of Peace" again involved various kinds of troops and types of armed forces. The main work falls on the ground forces in the person of infantry, tanks and artillery. They are supported by the air force. Also, some groups loyal to Ankara and competing with other local organizations were involved in combat work.

By joint efforts, the army and groups are going to oust the Kurdish People’s Self-Defense Forces and the Syrian Democratic Forces from the border regions - “in order to ensure security”. In fact, Turkey is trying to get rid of disagreeable organizations located in the immediate vicinity of its border.

Invasion order


Turkish Armed Forces embarked on combat missions in the afternoon of October 9. The first to engage in combat work were F-16C / D fighter-bombers from the Air Force. Which of the compounds was used for air strikes - has not yet been specified. Perhaps it was the 132 I squadron that participated in Operation Olive Branch at the beginning of last year.

"Source of the world." The participants of the operation from the Turkish side


A few hours later, the land part of the operation began. Batteries of self-propelled artillery from positions on Turkish territory struck several enemy targets; shooting was conducted across the border. For some time, the artillery of the ground forces and the shock aviation worked together, hitting targets at different depths.

On the afternoon of October 9, media reported on the advance of the Turkish army to the Syrian border. On the roads leading to the neighboring state, armored vehicles of different classes, vehicles with personnel and support equipment were spotted. At the same time, the size of the Turkish group and the list of involved formations is still unknown.

Late in the evening of the same day, the Turkish military department announced the start of a new phase of the “Source of Peace”. The Turkish army entered Syrian territory. The offensive began at three points on the border. The Turkish military received support from the Syrian National Army.

According to the Turkish Ministry of Defense, in the first hours of Operation Source of Peace, aviation and artillery attacked 181 enemy targets. The success of the strikes was not specified. 10 October attacks on targets continued. How effective the work of the Turkish Armed Forces is is not yet clear.

Turkish army helps the so-called Syrian National Army. This is one of the groups opposing official Damascus and enjoying the support of Ankara. This organization consists of several thousand armed fighters, including previously fought as part of other groups.

Operation participants


Turkey does not provide details of the current operation, but some conclusions can be drawn. The Turkish Air Force in the framework of the “Source of Peace” is represented by at least one squadron of fighter-bombers. Also, the 142 reconnaissance squadron and military transport units may be involved in the work.



The ground forces appear to be represented by several brigades for various purposes - probably from nearby regions. The operation involved infantry, tank, artillery, etc.

Depending on the situation at the front, success or loss, the Turkish Armed Forces can attract new units and units to combat work. First of all, this concerns the formations of the ground forces. Also possible is the rotation of the Air Force squadrons. Thus, the army, solving combat missions, gets the opportunity to test their skills, as well as continue training personnel.

The potential of a loyal Ankara SNA is limited. Like other groups, this “army” is an infantry formation with limited quantities of equipment, often improvised. Logistics support for SNA is far from ideal. A small and poorly equipped group can work only on the sidelines and only provide some support for a full-fledged army representing Turkey.

Possible outcomes


In the operation "Source of Peace" a limited interspecific grouping is represented, representing the ground forces and air forces. Assistance is provided by loyal armed groups. Apparently, the Turkish command considers such a group sufficient to solve the assigned military and political tasks.

The operation aims to defeat several organizations considered terrorist in Ankara. These include the Kurdish National Self-Defense Forces, a longtime enemy of the Turkish army. It is planned to clear part of the Syrian territory from the enemy along the Turkish border to a depth of several tens of kilometers.



The Kurdish militia has a sufficient number, but the equipment is poor. From the point of view of the material part and capabilities, it is inferior to its opponents - even with the support of the SDS.

Nevertheless, the fight against the Kurds is unlikely to be simple, quick and victorious. This is not the first time that the Turkish armed forces have encountered this enemy, and the results of previous battles are far from those desired by Ankara. Self-defense units are well trained and are one of the strongest groups in the region. It will be extremely difficult to squeeze them out of their positions beyond the border “security zone”.

In this regard, the Turkish army may suffer significant losses in manpower and equipment. The first messages of this kind appeared already on October 10. First, Kurdish units reported fighting in the area of ​​Tell Abyad, during which four Turkish tanks were shot down; five tankers died. Soon, the SDS was reported in a battle near the town of Ras al-Ain and the death of 14 Turkish fighters. The Turkish military, in turn, has reported the destruction of more than a hundred enemy fighters - from the start of the operation.

The results of the current operation are unclear and unpredictable. With equal probability, one should expect a solution to the tasks set, a return to starting positions or a change in the lines of contact. An additional factor is the international situation. A number of foreign countries condemned the actions of Turkey, and some even turned to open threats against Ankara.

It is obvious that the Turkish army during the operation "Source of Peace" is far from fighting "at full strength", but even in this case it has quantitative and qualitative superiority over the enemy. However, such superiority does not guarantee victory. The interspecific grouping of the Turkish Armed Forces, created for the new operation, has equal chances of success and failure. She can earn the title of victorious, but one cannot rule out a scenario in which she will suffer losses and fail to cope with the tasks.
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  1. +3
    11 October 2019 06: 12
    Let, let them climb a good blow in the face of many sober. There is only one principle, climbed into the fray do not expect mercy.
    1. -4
      11 October 2019 22: 19
      Eastern Trans-Euphrates is not the cut off Afrin. The Kurds will "show their teeth", no doubt about it. No wonder they were pumped up with weapons. Only this was done against the SAA, and now the weapon will shoot to the north. Although there is no powerful patron like Iran.
  2. +1
    11 October 2019 07: 04
    The results of the current operation are unclear and unpredictable.

    Ha, the goals and objectives are not obvious .... even after hearing ALL that the Turkish leadership stated!
    1. 0
      11 October 2019 08: 46
      The goals and objectives are obvious - by any means to prevent the creation of Kurdish autonomy in their border territories.
      1. 0
        11 October 2019 09: 17
        ButchCassidy (Patriot businessman) Today, 08:46
        The goals and objectives are obvious - "

        -To plunge into yet another adventure .. not yet in its territory ...
        Somewhere we already see it constantly ???? So what ? Did you solve your problems at the expense of others?
        1. 0
          11 October 2019 19: 44
          This is what you think. And the Turks think the way I wrote.
          1. 0
            11 October 2019 19: 46
            ButchCassidy (Patriot businessman) Today, 19:44 NEW

            You think so. And the Turks think as I wrote. "

            This is their eternal thought and their hemorrhoids ..
      2. 0
        12 October 2019 03: 17
        And where the Turks get away from it and the Kurds have no other land. In the world, they need it, but a fight is nothing but losses, and neither of them will give.
  3. -4
    11 October 2019 08: 45
    We wish the Kurds, together with the Syrian armed forces, to drive out the adversary and the aggressor.
  4. +2
    11 October 2019 10: 24
    cool article - the number and composition of the Turkish group is unknown, the goals are unclear, the result can be any.
    super informative.
    1. 0
      11 October 2019 13: 34
      I absolutely agree with you. I would like more facts, applications.
    2. 0
      12 October 2019 05: 56
      But how many reasons to reflect.
  5. 0
    11 October 2019 10: 34
    The Turks will experience new types of weapons and ammunition and the military will sniff gunpowder through the rotation system. We wish the Turkish army to fulfill its mission!
    1. +1
      11 October 2019 13: 23
      Quote: Michael42
      We wish the Turkish army to fulfill its mission


      Your wish is interesting, given that Turkey is squeezing the territory of its neighbor and at the same time reducing the number of Syrian Kurds - and this, incidentally, is not only men with weapons, it is a huge ethnic group of people. Not to mention the direct support of Turkey - terrorism.
    2. -2
      12 October 2019 05: 59
      And an easy death for those who return to the grave, and for disabled people large pensions!
  6. +2
    11 October 2019 11: 43
    Quote: Michael42
    The Turks will experience new types of weapons and ammunition and the military will sniff gunpowder through the rotation system. We wish the Turkish army to fulfill its mission!

    This is why the hell ... Turks climbed into Syrian territory, and we will arrange fireworks in honor of their victories. Our ally is Syria. And she is categorically against the invasion of the Turks, Americans, and others ...
  7. +2
    11 October 2019 13: 57
    "during which four Turkish tanks were knocked out; five tankers were killed. Soon the SDF reported in a battle near the city of Ras al-Ain and the deaths of 14 Turkish fighters" In fact, 1 Turkish soldier was killed and 3 wounded.
  8. +1
    11 October 2019 15: 27
    Alexander 21 - 1-in any war, the loss of civilian population is inevitable 2- at the expense of squeezing the territory - some states also squeezing the territory of their neighbors - and nothing 3 - about the wishes - Turkey also has national interests and Turkey is our ally and not the Kurds

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