Turkish authorities have detained 115 individuals suspected of affiliation with the Islamic State (IS) group following operations conducted across Istanbul.
Prosecutors in Istanbul stated that the suspects were allegedly planning attacks targeting non-Muslims during upcoming Christmas and New Year's events.
Operational Details
Raids were executed at 124 different addresses throughout Istanbul. During these operations, police reported the seizure of firearms, ammunition, and documents described as "organizational documents."
Alleged Plans
Officials indicated that IS supporters had been actively planning attacks across Turkey during the current week, with a specific focus on non-Muslim targets.
Ongoing Investigations
While 115 suspects have been detained, authorities are continuing efforts to locate an additional 22 individuals in connection with these alleged plans.