A woman is believed to be behind an Istanbul terror attack that killed six people
At least six people have been killed and more than 80 injured after an Istanbul terror attack.
The massive blast happened at 4:20pm local time along one of the city’s popular shopping strips, rocking central Istanbul.
Initial reports suggest the blast is an act of terror, carried out by a woman.
Turkey’s President has addressed his nation, vowing to punish those who are responsible for what he calls the “vile attack”.
On behalf of the people of Pakistan, I want to express deepest condolences to the people of #Turkey at the loss of precious lives. I also send prayers for the speedy recovery of those injured and for their families” @ImranKhanPTI #İstanbul pic.twitter.com/YeevshRJFx
— PTI Peshawar (@PTIPeshawar) November 13, 2022
There is a heavy police presence around the blast zone, with helicopters circling and a large number of ambulances.
The six people killed include a member of Turkey’s Ministry of Family and Social Services, and his daughter.
Bomb explodes in #Taksim Square, heart of busiest touristic venues in #Istanbul and #Turkey.
— Fadi Al-Qadi (@fqadi) November 13, 2022
Authorities haven't yet disclosed casualties.
Horrifying, unacceptable, condemned by all means! pic.twitter.com/dKu6e0mzs2
Reporting on the attack remains difficult after the city’s criminal court issued a broadcast ban on all visual and audio news within the country.
International leaders are offering their support and condolences.
NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg tweeted his “deepest condolences” to the Turkish people, adding NATO “stands in solidarity with its ally,” Turkey.
Shocking images from #Istanbul. My thoughts and deepest condolences to all those affected & to the Turkish people. #NATO stands in solidarity with our Ally #Türkiye.
— Jens Stoltenberg (@jensstoltenberg) November 13, 2022
