US Marines Attacked by Nationalist Group in Turkey
Fifteen members of the Turkish Youth Union detained after assault on two Marines in Izmir
- The attack occurred during a port visit by the USS Wasp in Izmir, Turkey.
- Video shows assailants placing a bag over one Marine's head while chanting anti-American slogans.
- Both Marines were unharmed and returned to their ship after a precautionary hospital visit.
- The US and Turkish authorities are cooperating in the investigation.
- The Turkish Youth Union has a history of similar attacks on US service members.































