Security alert for Istanbul, Turkey

The U.S. Consulate General in Istanbul issued a warning that there is heightened Turkish security presence in the Mecidiyekoy district of Istanbul, especially in the vicinity of Sisli Agaoglu Sokak, in response to a possible terrorist threat.

Advice

There is no specific additional information about this threat at this time. Anyone in the area should be cautious and alert in their surroundings. Minimize safety risk by avoiding crowded public areas and areas frequented by foreigners, such as tourist sites, shopping areas, transportation hubs, restaurants and bars, etc.