Turkey detains dozens of ISIS suspects allegedly planning attacks on Christmas and New Year celebrations
Summary
Istanbul police detained over 100 people suspected of being part of the Islamic State group, who were allegedly planning attacks during Christmas and New Year's celebrations. This action followed U.S. military strikes in Syria targeting Islamic State fighters after a deadly ambush.Key Facts
- Istanbul police carried out multiple raids, detaining over 100 suspected Islamic State members.
- The suspects were allegedly planning attacks during Christmas and New Year celebrations.
- Police acted on information saying the group targeted action against non-Muslims.
- A total of 137 arrest warrants were issued; 115 suspects were detained.
- Officers seized firearms, cartridges, and documents during the raids.
- The coordinated raids took place at 124 locations across Istanbul.
- The U.S. military conducted strikes in Syria against IS after an attack that killed two U.S. troops and an interpreter.
- Syrian forces have also captured and killed IS leaders in recent actions.
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