Gunmen attack building housing Israeli Consulate in Istanbul

The area surrounding the building was quickly sealed off.

Istanbul: A gunfight erupted outside a building housing the Israeli Consulate in Istanbul on Tuesday, April 7, leaving two assailants dead and a police officer wounded, Turkiye’s Haberturk broadcaster reported.

The report said attackers were carrying long-barreled weapons. An exchange of fire with police killed two, while a third assailant was captured. One officer sustained injuries during the clash.

The area surrounding the building was quickly sealed off.

Subhan Bakery

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