A terrorist attack occurred at the Turkish Aerospace Industries (TUSAŞ) facilities in the Kahramankazan district of Ankara. Following the incident, explosions and gunfire were heard, prompting the rapid deployment of security forces, firefighters, and medical teams to the area. Interior Minister Ali Yerlikaya confirmed that there are martyrs and injured individuals as a result of the attack.
Statement from Minister Yerlikaya
In a statement shared on social media, Interior Minister Ali Yerlikaya said: “A terrorist attack was carried out on the Turkish Aerospace Industries (TUSAŞ) facilities in Kahramankazan, Ankara. Unfortunately, we have martyrs and injured following the attack. I extend my condolences to the families of our martyrs and wish a swift recovery to the injured. Further developments will be shared with the public.”
Increased Security Measures at TUSAŞ
Following the explosion, TUSAŞ personnel were directed to shelters as a security measure. It was reported that gunfire was also heard after the explosion at the facility’s entrance, and the possibility of the incident being a terrorist attack is under investigation. A significant number of security forces have been dispatched to the area, and intensive security measures have been taken around the facility.
Commercial Vehicle Used in Terrorist Attack
Initial reports indicate that a commercial vehicle was detonated at the entrance gate of TUSAŞ, and a group attempting to enter the facility engaged in clashes with security forces. These clashes are said to be ongoing intermittently.
Awaiting Official Statements
Authorities, including the Ankara Governorship, are preparing to release detailed statements about the attack, urging the public to rely solely on official sources for information. More details regarding the scale of the attack and the number of martyrs and injured are expected to be shared in the coming hours.
This attack, targeting one of Turkey’s most critical defense industry centers, poses a significant threat to the country’s strategic infrastructure. Security forces have launched a comprehensive investigation into the incident, accelerating efforts to identify the groups responsible for the terrorist attack.
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