13 Nov 2022 | 01:59 PM UTC
Turkey: At least 11 injured following explosion along Istiklal Street near Istanbul's Taksim Square Nov. 13
Explosion injures 11 on Istiklal Street in Istanbul, Turkey, Nov. 13. Heightened security likely. Cause of explosion unknown.
Event
An explosion along Istiklal Street close to Istanbul's Taksim Square injured at least 11 people Nov. 13. The cause of the blast remains unknown. The casualty figure may rise in the coming hours.
Heightened security is likely in the area in the coming hours. Localized road travel disruptions are likely near the impact site.
Advice
Avoid the blast site. Heed the instructions of local officials. Plan for road travel delays.
