Turkiye: Authorities responding to hostage situation in Gebze as of afternoon Feb. 1. Nearby area closed by police.

Authorities are responding to a reported hostage situation at 700 Ihsan Dede Caddesi in Gebze as of afternoon Feb. 1. An armed man allegedly stormed a foreign-owned factory. It is unclear if any injuries have occurred as a result of the incident. Authorities have closed roads in the area.

This is a developing situation; additional information will be issued as warranted.