Clashes in front of the Israeli Consulate in Istanbul.

Clashes in front of the Israeli Consulate in Istanbul.

07.04.2026 13:04

Gunshots were heard in front of the building where the Israeli Consulate is located in Beşiktaş. In the ensuing clash, 3 individuals were neutralized, and 2 police officers were injured. An investigation has been initiated regarding the incident.

Gunshots heard in front of the Israeli Consulate located in Beşiktaş, Istanbul, prompted teams to take action.

2 OF THE ASSAILANTS WERE KILLED

While a large number of police teams were dispatched to the scene, strict security measures were taken in the area. Police teams intervened in the incident. It was learned that 2 police officers were injured and 3 suspects were neutralized.

AN INVESTIGATION HAS BEEN INITIATED

Justice Minister Akın Gürlek stated regarding the matter, "An investigation has been immediately initiated by the Istanbul Chief Public Prosecutor's Office concerning the reports of gunfire occurring around the Israeli Consulate located in the Beşiktaş district of Istanbul. A deputy chief prosecutor and two public prosecutors have been assigned within the scope of the investigation; our public prosecutors have promptly arrived at the scene and started their examinations. In order to clarify all aspects of the incident, work is being carried out in coordination with our Chief Public Prosecutor's Office and the relevant law enforcement units, and the investigation is being conducted meticulously and comprehensively."

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