Overview
- Istanbul prosecutors issued 137 arrest warrants after identifying alleged plots targeting year-end festivities and venues frequented by non-Muslims.
- Police searched 124 locations in coordinated operations, seizing pistols, ammunition and documents linked to ISIS.
- Authorities report 115 suspects in custody, with efforts ongoing to locate 22 others.
- Investigators have not disclosed suspects' identities, nationalities or how advanced any alleged plans were.
- The Istanbul Public Prosecutor's Office announced the actions and said inquiries remain active ahead of public celebrations.