In a tragic incident near Ankara, three people were killed and 14 others wounded in an attack on a leading Turkish defense firm, Turkish Aerospace Industries (TAI), according to Türkiye’s Interior Minister Ali Yerlikaya on Wednesday.
“We have three martyrs and 14 injured in the attack,” Yerlikaya announced on X, formerly known as Twitter. He added that “two terrorists were neutralized” during the incident at the headquarters of the state-run TAI, which he described as a “terrorist attack.”
The attack has shaken the defense industry and raised concerns about security measures at critical infrastructure facilities. Authorities have not yet released details about the motives behind the attack or the identities of the assailants.
Emergency services responded swiftly to the scene, and the injured have been transported to nearby hospitals for treatment. The government has launched a full investigation into the incident.
TAI is a key player in Türkiye’s defense sector, involved in the development and manufacturing of aerospace technologies. The attack is expected to have significant implications for national security and defense operations.
As the nation mourns the loss of the victims, security has been heightened across major defense facilities in the country. Citizens are urged to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activities to authorities.
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Three dead, 14 hurt in attack on Turkish defense firm: minister
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