Islamic State terrorists blow up power lines in northern Iraq

Islamic State terrorists blew up major power supply lines in northern Iraq on Tuesday, leaving several areas without electricity amid scorching temperatures.

Three high-voltage lines in the southern part of Kirkuk province were targeted by terrorists, according to a statement by the Kirkuk Electricity Distribution Company.

Daesh terrorists placed bombs that were then detonated remotely, the statement said, adding that technical teams were working to restore the power supply in the area.

Daesh terrorists have ramped up attacks in the region over recent months, especially near the provinces of Kirkuk, Salahuddin, and Diyala.

In 2017, Iraq declared victory over Daesh by reclaiming all territories captured by terrorists since the summer of 2014, estimated to be about a third of the country’s total area.

The terror group, however, still has sleeper cells in Iraq and continues to launch sporadic attacks on civilians, security forces, infrastructure, and other targets.

Source: Yeni Safak