Istanbul’s 15 July Martyrs Bridge Closed for Traffic in Both Directions
The 15 July Martyrs Bridge in Istanbul was closed to traffic in both directions due to a concerning incident. According to CNN Türk Istanbul News Director Nihat Uludağ, a car parked perpendicular to the road and the driver got out of the vehicle, possibly trying to convey a message on the car. Special police forces were quickly sent to the scene to assess the situation.
Uludağ stated, “Our current impression is that it was an individual action,” indicating that the incident may not be a part of a larger threat. Additionally, Hürriyet Newspaper Writer Abdulkadir Selvi reassured the public by mentioning ongoing negotiations with the individual. However, if the negotiations do not yield positive results, an operation may be carried out.
As the situation develops, authorities are working to ensure the safety of all individuals involved. For more updates on this incident, stay tuned to the latest news updates.
