The White House said on Wednesday that it has seen reports of attacks by Daesh on a base in northern Iraq where Turkish troops are stationed, and condemned the violence.
"Now more than ever, it will be important for Iraq and Turkey to accelerate their efforts to de-escalate tensions, ensure dialogue remains constructive, reaffirm support for Iraqi security and sovereignty, and strengthen their cooperation against Daesh." Vice President Joe Biden's office said in a statement.
Biden spoke with Iraqi Prime Minister Haider al-Abadi on Tuesday and the leaders welcomed "initial indications" that some Turkish forces were leaving Iraq after protests from Baghdad, the White House said.
Daesh terrorists have attacked Bashiqa camp located in Iraq's Mosul province - where Turkish troops were deployed- killing two and injuring six, including four Turkish soldiers, on Wednesday, according to Turkey's state-run TRT TV.
Turkish troops have immediately returned fire on Daesh terrorists following the attack, Turkish officials have said, while the Turkish military said in a written statement that Daesh attacked the camp with Katyusha rockets. Sources from the Turkish Ministry of Foreign Affairs said later on the same day that Daesh targets in the area have been destroyed by Turkish forces.
