Is there a possibility of sabotage in the factory explosion? Explanations have come one after another.

In the Karesi district of Balıkesir, a factory producing ammunition experienced an explosion, resulting in the death of 12 people and injuries to 4 others, according to initial reports.

STATEMENTS CAME IN SUCCESSION

Images from the region reveal the severity of the explosion, while some media outlets reported claims of a possible assassination related to the explosion, leading to a series of statements regarding the news.

GOVERNOR USTAOĞLU: NO POSSIBILITY OF SABOTAGE

Balıkesir Governor İsmail Ustaoğlu stated that the explosion occurred in the capsule production section and that the building collapsed, declaring, "There is no possibility of sabotage."

DIRECTORATE OF COMMUNICATION: DO NOT PAY ATTENTION TO BASELESS CLAIMS

The Directorate of Communication's Disinformation Combat Center also provided an assessment regarding the explosion. In a statement made from their X account, it was noted, "An explosion has occurred at the ammunition factory located in Kavaklı Village, Karesi district of Balıkesir.

Due to the resulting fire, a large number of firefighting teams, health, and security units have been dispatched to the area, and investigations by the teams regarding the incident are ongoing. Please pay attention to statements from official sources. Do not give credence to baseless claims."