Unknown assailants attacked the Iranian Consulate in Istanbul

In the Turkish capital, unidentified persons carried out an armed attack on the Consulate General of the Islamic Republic of Iran in the country. This was reported by Cumhuriyet newspaper on March 21.

"According to police, no one was injured in the attack, and police officers were advised to strengthen security measures and wear body armor," the newspaper said.

At the moment, it has been established that the attack was carried out using long-barreled weapons.

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