Shooting Near Israeli Consulate in Istanbul Wounds Two Police Officers, One Attacker Killed Two Captured
ISTANBUL (Afghan Verified) -- Gunmen carried out a shooting near the Israeli consulate in Istanbul's financial district on Tuesday, wounding two Turkish police officers.
Initial reports indicated that three attackers were killed in the incident. However, Istanbul Governor Davut Gul stated that one attacker was killed and two others were captured.
The attackers arrived at the scene in a rental vehicle, according to reports. Turkish officials said at least one suspect had ties to an organization that exploits religion. Reuters video showed gunfire and wounded individuals at the site.
No Israeli diplomats were present at the consulate at the time, Turkish and foreign officials said. Police responded heavily to the provocative attack, described by authorities as having terrorist characteristics.
Turkish prosecutors have launched an investigation into the matter amid heightened regional tensions.
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