This area has recently witnessed a remarkable activity of the militants organization by kidnapping civilians, Shafaq News reported.
According to the received information, Peshmerga and Asaish forces clashed with the militants of the organization in "Dawda" area, killing a number of them still chasing others in the valleys.
After the events of October 16, 2017, Dawda witnessed a security vacuum and it became a focus for IS armed groups, as no official forces were present in it.
Reporter's code: 50101