1 PKK terrorist killed, another held in eastern Turkey

VAN, Turkey

At least one PKK terrorist was killed and another was arrested during counterterrorism operations in Turkey’s eastern province of Van, the provincial governor's office said on Wednesday.

In a statement, the office said that the operations were launched on Aug. 14-15 by gendarme forces against the terrorists, who were plotting an attack, in Baskale district.

Security forces also seized infantry rifle, four hand grenades and a large amount of ammunition.

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 deaths of some 40,000 people.

Reporting by Cemal Asan: Writing by Faruk Zorlu