Gunfight near Israeli consulate in Istanbul causes 3 deaths, 2 injuries
A gunfight erupted near the Israeli consulate in Istanbul, resulting in 3 deaths and 2 injuries. Attackers armed with long-barreled weapons exchanged fire with police, and an investigation is underway. The identities and motives of the attackers remain unknown.
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The Associated Press, citing Turkish news outlet Haberturk, reported that the attacker was carrying long-barreled weapons and exchanged fire with police. There is currently no information on the attacker's identity or motive.
Turkish Justice Minister Akın Gürlek stated that authorities have launched an investigation.
Reuters footage showed a police officer drawing his weapon and seeking cover as gunshots rang out, with one person seen covered in blood.
The area near the Israeli consulate has always had a heavy police presence. According to Turkish news outlet Haberturk, the consulate is located on one to two floors within this tall building.
Television footage showed armed police continuing to patrol the area after the shooting.
Turkish television station NTV reported that the incident occurred around 12:15 PM local time (9:15 AM GMT).
A source familiar with the case told Agence France-Presse that no Israeli diplomats are currently 'in Turkey.' (Compiled by Yang Zhao-yan) 1150407
Turkish Justice Minister Akın Gürlek stated that authorities have launched an investigation.
Reuters footage showed a police officer drawing his weapon and seeking cover as gunshots rang out, with one person seen covered in blood.
The area near the Israeli consulate has always had a heavy police presence. According to Turkish news outlet Haberturk, the consulate is located on one to two floors within this tall building.
Television footage showed armed police continuing to patrol the area after the shooting.
Turkish television station NTV reported that the incident occurred around 12:15 PM local time (9:15 AM GMT).
A source familiar with the case told Agence France-Presse that no Israeli diplomats are currently 'in Turkey.' (Compiled by Yang Zhao-yan) 1150407