2 assailants killed in shootout near Israeli consulate in Istanbul

A suspected attack targeted the Israeli consulate in Istanbul, Turkey, leading to a violent gunfight between security forces and assailants. According to reports, attackers armed with long-barrelled weapons opened fire near the building housing the consulate, resulting in an exchange of gunfire with the police. Two assailants were shot dead at the scene, while a third was captured by authorities. One police officer sustained injuries during the clash.The Turkish Justice Minister has reportedly deployed three prosecutors to investigate the incident. This attack follows a series of anti-Semitic incidents globally and comes amidst heightened tensions in West Asia. Israeli missions remain on high alert as authorities probe the motives of the attackers and the full details of the encounter.