Incident Details
At least five people have died and 38 injured after an explosion at approximately 4:20 PM on Istiklal Street in Istanbul, Turkey. The cause of the explosion is currently unknown, and authorities have cordoned off the area as they investigate.
Traveler Safety
SafeAbroad travelers are advised to avoid the area and follow all instructions from local officials. Travelers should maintain enhanced situational awareness during transit and plan travel routes in advance. Contact your program leaders if you have questions. Monitor the incident via local sources.
