This blog is now closed, thanks for joining us. These were the updates on the deadly explosion in central Istanbul on Sunday, November 13.
This blog is now closed, thanks for joining us. These were the updates on the deadly explosion in central Istanbul on Sunday, November 13.
- Turkey’s President Recep Tayyip Erdogan says at least six people have been killed and dozens injured in a “heinous attack”, after an explosion hit Istanbul’s busy Istiklal thoroughfare.
- Vice President Fuat Oktay later updated the wounded toll to 81, with two in serious condition, and said it appeared to be a “terrorist attack”.
- A video posted online showed flames erupting and a loud bang, as pedestrians turned and ran away.
- Other footage showed ambulances, fire trucks and police at the scene. Social media users said shops were shuttered and the avenue closed down.
