6 PKK terrorists neutralized in eastern Turkey

TENCELI, Turkey

Turkish security forces neutralized six PKK terrorists in eastern Tunceli province, according to statement from the provincial governor's office Thursday.

Authorities often use "neutralized" in statements to imply terrorists in question surrendered or were killed or captured.

Gendarmerie forces clashed with a group of terrorists preparing for attack in rural areas, the statement said.

"In this operation, 2 heroic gendarmes were slightly injured and they were treated with outpatient treatment," it added.

Operations in the area continue, the provincial governor's office said.

In its more than 30-year terror campaign against Turkey, the PKK -- listed as a terrorist organization by Turkey, the U.S. and the EU -- has been responsible for the death of some 40,000 people.

*Writing by Jeyhun Aliyev