Turkey: Shots fired at US Embassy in Ankara August 20

Event

Unidentified gunmen reportedly shot at the US Embassy in Ankara on the morning (local time) of Monday, August 20. According to media reports, the attackers opened fire from a car before fleeing the area. No casualties have been reported as of 06:40 (local time). Security forces have been deployed to the embassy and an investigation is ongoing. The motive for the attack is unclear.

Advice

Individuals in Ankara are advised to avoid the area of the incident until the situation normalizes, obey all instructions issued by the local authorities, and remain vigilant.