Turkey has reportedly installed advanced anti-drone defense systems at six strategic locations across Iraq and its border with the Kurdistan Region, following a surge in drone attacks on Turkish military installations in the area, a security source revealed on Saturday.

According to the source, who spoke to Baghdad Al-Youm, Turkish military bases and outposts have been targeted by kamikaze drones on multiple occasions in recent months. The attacks have raised concerns about the safety of key military assets, including helicopter landing pads, command centers, and weapons depots.

“Turkey fears attacks on helicopter landing pads, command centers, and weapons depots, prompting it to deploy specialized defense systems capable of detecting and neutralizing drone threats,” the source stated.

The newly deployed systems reportedly feature integrated aerial defense mechanisms and an early warning network designed to detect and track drone movements from a distance. This technology aims to provide Turkish forces with a rapid response capability to neutralize threats before they reach critical targets.

The escalation follows an attack last Friday on Turkey’s military base in Zilkan, located in Iraq’s northern Nineveh province. Two rockets landed near the Kokdi village, causing no casualties or significant material damage. Iraqi security forces have launched an investigation to identify those responsible for the assault.

Turkish officials have blamed the Kurdistan Workers’ Party (PKK) for similar attacks in the past, citing the group’s active presence in the region. The PKK has been engaged in a long-standing conflict with Turkey, with Ankara regularly conducting cross-border military operations against the group.

The installation of anti-drone systems highlights Turkey’s heightened concern over drone warfare, a growing threat in modern conflicts. The move also signals Ankara's intent to fortify its military positions amid ongoing clashes with the PKK and increased drone activity in the region.

Turkey has yet to issue an official statement regarding the new defense systems or provide details on the nature or location of the six sites involved. However, experts suggest the decision reflects Ankara’s broader strategy to counter emerging security threats and protect its military outposts in Iraq and the Kurdistan Region.