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Turkey Detains 115 ISIS Suspects in Holiday Raids

12/28/2025

Summary

Story summary

Turkish authorities detained 115 suspected ISIS members on December 25, 2025, in coordinated raids across Istanbul.
The Istanbul Chief Public Prosecutor's Office said authorities raided 124 locations and seized firearms, ammunition, and organizational documents.
Authorities issued arrest warrants for 137 suspects, with 22 still at large.
The operation is part of Turkey's intensified counterterrorism measures during holiday periods, following previous attacks attributed to ISIS.

History

Historical Context

In 2016, Turkey experienced a wave of ISIS-related violence, including the devastating Atatürk Airport attack on June 28, which killed 45 people. This incident followed earlier attacks linked to ISIS, prompting the Turkish government to arrest over 1,000 suspected militants that year. The ongoing threat of terrorism has led to recent raids in December 2025, highlighting the need for enhanced security measures.

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Story summary

Turkish authorities detained 115 suspected ISIS members on December 25, 2025, in coordinated raids across Istanbul.
The Istanbul Chief Public Prosecutor's Office said authorities raided 124 locations and seized firearms, ammunition, and organizational documents.
Authorities issued arrest warrants for 137 suspects, with 22 still at large.
The operation is part of Turkey's intensified counterterrorism measures during holiday periods, following previous attacks attributed to ISIS.

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