Ankara, Turkey – In a devastating turn of events, a terrorist attack struck the capital city of Ankara on Wednesday night, resulting in the tragic deaths of 10 individuals and leaving at least 14 others injured. The targeted location was the headquarters of Turkish Aerospace Industries, where gunfire and bomb blasts erupted, causing chaos and panic. Turkish Interior Minister Ali Yerlikaya provided a briefing to local media, detailing the events as they unfolded. According to his report, two assailants opened fire outside the facility, followed by an explosive detonation that shook the area. Emergency responders quickly arrived on the scene, rushing the injured to nearby hospitals for urgent medical care.
The attack has left the nation in shock, and authorities are on high alert as they investigate the incident. While no organization has claimed responsibility as of yet, speculation points towards the Kurdish rebel group PKK as a potential suspect behind this heinous act. In the wake of the attack, Minister Yerlikaya expressed his condolences on social media platform X, stating, "A terrorist attack has taken place at the headquarters of Turkish Aerospace Industries. Unfortunately, some of our soldiers have been martyred. Many people have been injured."
Ankara Mayor Mansur Yavas also condemned the violence, paying tribute to the fallen soldiers and offering prayers for the swift recovery of the injured. “We condemn the terrorist attack itself. Tribute to the soldiers who died in this attack. Also those who are injured. I pray for their speedy recovery," he said. The international community has reacted strongly, with NATO Secretary General Mark Root condemning the attack and expressing solidarity with Turkey. "The attack on Turkey is serious. We are with Turkey. We strongly condemn this attack. We are keeping an eye on this incident," he affirmed. As investigations continue and security measures tighten throughout Ankara, the nation mourns those lost to this senseless tragedy, standing united against the threat of terrorism. Further updates will be provided as more information becomes available.