Incident Details
On October 23, two militants attacked the headquarters of Turkish Aerospace Industries with gunfire and explosives, killing at least five and wounding 22. The attackers were killed during the confrontation. The Turkish government has labelled the attack as terrorism, attributed it to the Kurdistan Workers’ Party (PKK), and intensified bombing of PKK sites in Iraq and Syria. Security will likely be increased across Ankara over the coming days. Further attacks are possible.
Traveler Safety
Exercise increased situational awareness at all times. Always have an escape plan in case of attacks. Follow directives given by authorities and monitor local media for updates.
