Press releases

No: 122 - 09 July 2008, Regarding the abhorrent terrorist attack in front of the USA Consulate General in Istanbul. (Unofficial translation)

PRESS RELEASE

We strongly condemn the abhorrent armed attack which occured in front of the USA Consulate General in Istanbul, leading to the loss of lives of our police officers.

The level of security measures already existing for the US missions, personnel and interests in our country has been raised.

We mourn the loss of lives of our security officers in this vile attack, and extend our sympathies and condolences to their close ones.

Republic of Turkey - Ministry of Foreign Affairs