Tragedy at TUSAS: Terror Strikes Turkey's Aero Giant
A terrorist attack at Turkish Aerospace Industries' headquarters resulted in four deaths and 14 injuries. Two attackers were killed, and the injured include three in critical condition. The cause and perpetrators remain unknown. Turkish, NATO, and other international leaders condemned the attack.
In a devastating incident, four individuals lost their lives and 14 others were injured during a terrorist attack at the headquarters of Turkish Aerospace Industries (TUSAS), located near Ankara, on Wednesday. Witnesses reported hearing gunfire and an explosion prompting a swift response from authorities.
Interior Minister Ali Yerlikaya confirmed the deaths of two attackers, noting that three of the injured are in critical condition. Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan, speaking alongside Russia's Vladimir Putin at a BRICS conference, denounced the attack and received condolences from Putin. The attack also drew condemnations from NATO, the US, and the EU.
Though the investigation is underway, the cause of the explosion and those responsible have yet to be identified. Conflicting media reports suggested a possible suicide attack and hostage situation, but such details remain unverified by officials.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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