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Tuesday, April 7, 2026
Israel condemns Istanbul attack, thanks Turkey for ‘swift action,’ insists ‘terror will not deter us’
Add ToI as a Preferred Source on GoogleLazar Berman is The Times of Israel's diplomatic reporter
The Foreign Ministry “strongly condemns the terrorist attack” on Israel’s consulate in Istanbul earlier today, and thanks Turkey for stopping the gunmen.
“We appreciate the Turkish security forces’ swift action in thwarting this attack,” says the ministry in a statement.
“Israeli missions around the world have been subjected to countless threats and terrorist attacks,” it continues. “Terror will not deter us.”
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