The Turkish Parliament has authorized its nations leaders to send troops into battle in Syria and Iraq.

The measure, overwhelmingly approved in a 298-98 vote today (Oct 2), also permits the deployment of foreign troops on Turkish soil, according to a report published in the Turkish Hurriyet Daily News.

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The two moves have authorized the Turkish government to join the international Alliance against the Islamic State in Iraq and Syria (ISIS).


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