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Seven Turkish Police Wounded in Yalova Raid on Suspected ISIS Cell

Officials describe the operation as part of intensified sweeps after detentions over alleged holiday attack plots.

Overview

  • Police raided a house near Yalova on the Sea of Marmara after identifying suspected Islamic State militants inside.
  • Suspects opened fire as officers launched the operation, and reinforcements from Bursa special forces were dispatched.
  • Seven officers were wounded in the clash, and authorities said none suffered life-threatening injuries.
  • The incident comes during an intensified nationwide campaign against Islamic State networks and alleged holiday attack plots.
  • Last week, police detained 115 suspects over plans targeting Christmas and New Year events, with prosecutors saying non-Muslims were singled out.