Turkish authorities often use the word "neutralized" in their statements to imply that the terrorists in question either surrendered or were killed or captured.

According to a statement by Erzurum Governorship, security forces launched the operation in Karayazi district on Monday. 

Two terrorists were neutralized during the operation while a security officer received minor injuries.

A silencer gun, two rounds of a magazine, two thermal cameras, hand-made explosives and various materials including cables, umbrellas and sleeping bags were also seized during the operation. 

The anti-terror raids against PKK terror group continue resolutely, the statement added. 

Turkish Armed Forces also conducted airstrikes in northern Iraqi regions of Hakurk and Zap, the General Staff said in a statement on Wednesday. 

Tuesday’s airstrikes destroyed shelters, weapon emplacements and ammunition depots used by PKK terrorists, the statement added.