
Armed Man Killed in Shootout Near Israeli Consulate in Istanbul, Official Says
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A gunman was killed in a shootout near the Israeli consulate in Istanbul, said officials.
Two other armed men were wounded during a fight with police, said the regional governor.
Police captured the weapons used by the gunman.
The incident happened around 2:00 PM local time.
Officials said there were no police casualties.
The consulate area was surrounded by police after the incident.
Eyewitnesses said the shooter shouted toward Israel.
An investigation is ongoing to determine his motives.
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