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Although eyewitness testimonies printed in the Turkish media described up to three attackers, the police insist that they are only on the lookout for one. Special forces quickly stormed the building,<ref name="SmithTimes1" /><ref name="TG">{{cite news|last1=Shaheen|first1=Kareem|title=Turkey nightclub shooting: Istanbul on alert after armed gunman kills dozens|url=https://www.theguardian.com/world/2016/dec/31/turkey-armed-attacker-opens-fire-in-istanbul-nightclub-reports|accessdate=1 January 2017|work=The Guardian|agency=The Guardian|date=1 January 2017}}</ref> but Turkish authorities state that the attacker is still at large, with a [[Manhunt (law enforcement)|manhunt]] underway.<ref name="auto1">{{cite web|url=https://www.theguardian.com/world/live/2017/jan/01/istanbul-nightclub-attack-dozens-killed-new-years-eve-mass-shooting-live-updates|title=Istanbul nightclub attack: 16 foreigners among 39 killed, says minister – live updates|first=Graham|last=Russell|date=1 January 2017|publisher=|accessdate=1 January 2017|via=The Guardian}}</ref> Authorities had earlier claimed that one gunman entered the nightclub and was later killed by the police.<ref name="TG" /> The attacker left the weapon at the scene.<ref name="auto1"/> |
Although eyewitness testimonies printed in the Turkish media described up to three attackers, the police insist that they are only on the lookout for one. Special forces quickly stormed the building,<ref name="SmithTimes1" /><ref name="TG">{{cite news|last1=Shaheen|first1=Kareem|title=Turkey nightclub shooting: Istanbul on alert after armed gunman kills dozens|url=https://www.theguardian.com/world/2016/dec/31/turkey-armed-attacker-opens-fire-in-istanbul-nightclub-reports|accessdate=1 January 2017|work=The Guardian|agency=The Guardian|date=1 January 2017}}</ref> but Turkish authorities state that the attacker is still at large, with a [[Manhunt (law enforcement)|manhunt]] underway.<ref name="auto1">{{cite web|url=https://www.theguardian.com/world/live/2017/jan/01/istanbul-nightclub-attack-dozens-killed-new-years-eve-mass-shooting-live-updates|title=Istanbul nightclub attack: 16 foreigners among 39 killed, says minister – live updates|first=Graham|last=Russell|date=1 January 2017|publisher=|accessdate=1 January 2017|via=The Guardian}}</ref> Authorities had earlier claimed that one gunman entered the nightclub and was later killed by the police.<ref name="TG" /> The attacker left the weapon at the scene.<ref name="auto1"/> |
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At the time of the attack, about 700 people were at the nightclub to celebrate the New Year.<ref name="cumhuriyet">{{cite web|title=İstanbul'da Reina gece kulübünde silahlı saldırı: 2 ölü, çok sayıda yaralı var|url=http://www.cumhuriyet.com.tr/haber/turkiye/653641/istanbul_da_Reina_gece_kulubunde_silahli_saldiri__2_olu__cok_sayida_yarali_var.html|publisher=Cumhuriyet|accessdate=1 January 2017}}</ref> 39 people were killed, including up to 24 foreigners<ref name="SmithTimes1">{{cite news|last1=Smith|first1=Hannah Lucinda|title=Hunt for gunman after nightclub massacre|url=http://www.thetimes.co.uk/edition/news/35-killed-by-santa-gunman-in-nightclub-bcrzhjmjd|work=[[The Sunday Times]]|date=1 January 2017|subscription=y}}</ref> and one policeman on duty at the club entrance,<ref name="News.com.au" /> and at least 69 others were injured.<ref name="auto">{{cite web|title=Istanbul nightclub attack: At least 35 dead after gunmen open fire at New Year's Eve party|url=http://www.independent.co.uk/news/world/europe/istanbul-nightclub-attack-shooting-turkey-gunman-injured-killed-victims-new-years-eve-2016-2017-a7504046.html|accessdate=1 January 2017}}</ref> Police set up a cordon around the nightclub.<ref name="Graham 2016">{{cite web | last=Graham | first=Chris | title=Istanbul attack: |
At the time of the attack, about 700 people were at the nightclub to celebrate the New Year.<ref name="cumhuriyet">{{cite web|title=İstanbul'da Reina gece kulübünde silahlı saldırı: 2 ölü, çok sayıda yaralı var|url=http://www.cumhuriyet.com.tr/haber/turkiye/653641/istanbul_da_Reina_gece_kulubunde_silahli_saldiri__2_olu__cok_sayida_yarali_var.html|publisher=Cumhuriyet|accessdate=1 January 2017}}</ref> 39 people were killed, including up to 24 foreigners<ref name="SmithTimes1">{{cite news|last1=Smith|first1=Hannah Lucinda|title=Hunt for gunman after nightclub massacre|url=http://www.thetimes.co.uk/edition/news/35-killed-by-santa-gunman-in-nightclub-bcrzhjmjd|work=[[The Sunday Times]]|date=1 January 2017|subscription=y}}</ref> and one policeman on duty at the club entrance,<ref name="News.com.au" /> and at least 69 others were injured.<ref name="auto">{{cite web|title=Istanbul nightclub attack: At least 35 dead after gunmen open fire at New Year's Eve party|url=http://www.independent.co.uk/news/world/europe/istanbul-nightclub-attack-shooting-turkey-gunman-injured-killed-victims-new-years-eve-2016-2017-a7504046.html|accessdate=1 January 2017}}</ref> Police set up a cordon around the nightclub.<ref name="Graham 2016">{{cite web | last=Graham | first=Chris | title=Istanbul nightclub attack: Search continues for unidentified terrorist gunman who killed 39 at New Year's Eve party | website=The Telegraph | date=31 December 2016 | url=http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/2016/12/31/istanbul-attack-gunmen-dressed-santa-open-fire-nightclub-turkey/ | accessdate=2 January 2017}}</ref> A number of people jumped into the waters of the [[Bosphorus]] strait to escape the attack.<ref name="ht">{{cite web|title=İstanbul'da gece kulübünde silahlı saldırı|url=http://www.haberturk.com/gundem/haber/1343321-istanbulda-gece-kulubune-silahli-saldiri|publisher=Habertürk|accessdate=31 December 2016}}</ref> |
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Revision as of 01:14, 2 January 2017
 | This article documents a current event. Information may change rapidly as the event progresses, and initial news reports may be unreliable. The latest updates to this article may not reflect the most current information. (January 2017) |
| 2017 Istanbul nightclub attack | |
|---|---|
 The Reina nightclub in Istanbul in 2012 | |
| Location | Istanbul, Turkey |
| Date | January 1, 2017 01:15 (FET) |
| Target | Patrons at Reina nightclub |
Attack type | Mass shooting, terrorism |
| Weapons | AK-47 |
| Deaths | 39 |
| Injured | 69 |
A terrorist mass shooting occurred at a nightclub in the Beşiktaş district of Istanbul, Turkey, on 1 January 2017. The attack occurred at about 01:15 FET (UTC+3) at the Reina nightclub in Ortaköy, where hundreds of people were celebrating the New Year. At least 39 people were killed and at least 69 were injured in the incident.
Background
This attack came during a period of heightened security measures in the city, with 17,000 police officers on duty,[1] following several terrorist attacks over recent months.[2] An attack at Istanbul Atatürk Airport on 28 June 2016 killed 48 people, and on 10 December 2016, a bombing at the Vodafone Arena in Beşiktaş, Istanbul, killed 44.[2]
According to the Reina's owner, security measures at the nightclub had been increased over the previous ten days after American intelligence officials warned about an attack over the holidays.[3] The US embassy later denied that it had prior intelligence,[4][5] dismissing such claims as "rumours on social media".[6]
Attack
A gunman opened fire in the nightclub at about 1:15 am. He reportedly carried an AK-47 rifle and, after killing a police officer and a bystander at the gate, entered the nightclub.[7][8][9] The attacker reportedly spoke Arabic as the attack was taking place,[10] and shouted the Arabic phrase "Allahu Akbar" during the attack.[11][12][13]
Although eyewitness testimonies printed in the Turkish media described up to three attackers, the police insist that they are only on the lookout for one. Special forces quickly stormed the building,[6][14] but Turkish authorities state that the attacker is still at large, with a manhunt underway.[15] Authorities had earlier claimed that one gunman entered the nightclub and was later killed by the police.[14] The attacker left the weapon at the scene.[15]
At the time of the attack, about 700 people were at the nightclub to celebrate the New Year.[16] 39 people were killed, including up to 24 foreigners[6] and one policeman on duty at the club entrance,[12] and at least 69 others were injured.[17] Police set up a cordon around the nightclub.[18] A number of people jumped into the waters of the Bosphorus strait to escape the attack.[19]
Aftermath
Istanbul's governor Vasip Şahin said the incident was a terrorist attack.[20] The Turkish government ordered a temporary media blackout, citing concerns over security and public order.[2]
Reactions
Istanbul's governor, Vasip Şahin, described the attack as a "violent and cruel act of terror" and said that the gunman had opened fire with a long-barrelled weapon.[6]
The President of Turkey Recep Tayyip Erdoğan condemned the attack and offered condolences for those who lost their lives, including victims from other countries.[21] Many world leaders and officials condemned the attack, offering condolences.[21][22]
International reactions
The UK's Foreign Secretary Boris Johnson said that the attack was a "cowardly act of terrorism."[23] The Foreign and Commonwealth Office advised people to "exercise vigilance and caution at this time, and follow the advice and instructions of the security authorities" due to ongoing security operations and the possibility that "the attacker may still be at large".[18]
US President Barack Obama offered his condolences and offered Turkey assistance.[24]
Suspects
Although there has been no official statement about who is behind the attack,[25] due to the timing and the target of the attack, security services are reported as suggesting ISIL involvement.[26] News Corp Australia notes that the attacker "is described as being from East Turkestan, Afghanistan or Chechnya and Turkish intelligence services reportedly believe that he is a member of the East Turkestan branch" of ISIL.[12]
See also
References
- ^ Bilginsoy, Zeynep. "2 reported dead in New Year's attack on Istanbul nightclub". AP News. Retrieved 1 January 2017.
- ^ a b c "Istanbul Reina nightclub attack 'leaves 39 dead'". BBC News. BBC. 1 January 2017. Retrieved 1 January 2017.
- ^ Arango, Tim (2017-01-01). "Terrorist Attack at Istanbul Nightclub Kills Dozens". The New York Times. ISSN 0362-4331. Retrieved 2017-01-01.
- ^ "US denies having intelligence on Istanbul club attack". Anadolu Agency. Retrieved 2017-01-01.
- ^ "Manhunt on for Istanbul nightclub shooter". Fox News. Retrieved 2017-01-01.
- ^ a b c d Smith, Hannah Lucinda (1 January 2017). "Hunt for gunman after nightclub massacre". The Sunday Times.
{{cite news}}: Unknown parameter|subscription=ignored (|url-access=suggested) (help) - ^ "35 killed in armed attack at Istanbul nightclub". aa.com.tr. Anadolu Agency. Retrieved 31 December 2016.
- ^ "Son Dakika: Ünlü gece kulübüne silahlı saldırı". Hürriyet. Retrieved 31 December 2016.
- ^ "One attacker still inside Istanbul nightclub: CNN Turk". reuters.com. Reuters. Retrieved 1 January 2017.
- ^ "Gece Kulübü Reina'ya Terör Saldırısı Vali Şahin: 1 Polis Şehit, 35 Sivil Hayatını Kaybetti". sondakika.com. Retrieved 1 January 2017.
- ^ "HS Istanbulissa: Uusi vuosi alkoi verilöylyllä Turkissa – lue yhteenveto tuhoisasta yökerhoiskusta". Helsingin Sanomat (in Finnish). 1 January 2017. Retrieved 1 January 2017.
- ^ a b c Staff writers; wires; News Corp Australia Network (2 January 2017). "Police hunt lone Istanbul gunman who is on the run". News Corp Australia. Retrieved 2 January 2017.
- ^ Debets, Christoph (1 January 2017). "Anschlag in Istanbul: Killer schrie "Allahu Akbar"" [Attack in Instanbul: Killer shouts "Allahu Akbar"]. euronews (in German).
- ^ a b Shaheen, Kareem (1 January 2017). "Turkey nightclub shooting: Istanbul on alert after armed gunman kills dozens". The Guardian. The Guardian. Retrieved 1 January 2017.
- ^ a b Russell, Graham (1 January 2017). "Istanbul nightclub attack: 16 foreigners among 39 killed, says minister – live updates". Retrieved 1 January 2017 – via The Guardian.
- ^ "İstanbul'da Reina gece kulübünde silahlı saldırı: 2 ölü, çok sayıda yaralı var". Cumhuriyet. Retrieved 1 January 2017.
- ^ "Istanbul nightclub attack: At least 35 dead after gunmen open fire at New Year's Eve party". Retrieved 1 January 2017.
- ^ a b Graham, Chris (31 December 2016). "Istanbul nightclub attack: Search continues for unidentified terrorist gunman who killed 39 at New Year's Eve party". The Telegraph. Retrieved 2 January 2017.
- ^ "İstanbul'da gece kulübünde silahlı saldırı". Habertürk. Retrieved 31 December 2016.
- ^ "At least 35 shot dead in Istanbul 'terror attack'". euronews. 1 January 2017. Retrieved 1 January 2017.
- ^ a b Weise, Zia; Graham, Chris; Squires, Nick. "Istanbul nightclub attack: Search continues for unidentified terrorist gunman who killed 39 at New Year's Eve party". The Telegraph. Retrieved 2 January 2017.
- ^ "World leaders condemn attack at Istanbul nightclub (Video)". Stuff.co.nz. 1 January 2017. Retrieved 2 January 2017.
- ^ Reporter, Staff (2017-01-01). "World reacts to 'cowardly' Istanbul nightclub shooting that killed 39". International Business Times UK. Retrieved 2017-01-02.
- ^ "Obama offers U.S. assistance to Turkey after Istanbul attack". 1 January 2017 – via Reuters.
- ^ "Nightclub attack: Manhunt after dozens killed in Istanbul". 1 January 2017. Retrieved 1 January 2017 – via www.bbc.com.
- ^ "Istanbul attack: Dozens dead at Reina nightclub". Al Jazeera. 1 January 2017. Retrieved 1 January 2017.
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