Israeli Foreign Minister Gair Lapid cites fears of Iranian attacks – “No leisure trip is worth your life”
Israeli Foreign Minister Gair Lapid summoned Israeli citizens to Turkey on Monday. to leave “as soon as possible” the country, as there are fears of attacks from Iran.
“Following a series of Iranian terrorist attacks in recent weeks against Israelis on holiday in Istanbul, we urge the Israelis not to board the flight to Istanbul and … if you are already in Istanbul, return to Israel as soon as possible.”Lapid said, according to a statement.
Later today, the National Security Council, an entity responsible for coordinating the fight against terrorism, raised to level 4, the highest level in Israel, the current threat to Israeli citizens in Istanbul and level 3 in the rest of Turkey. .
In recent weeks, the Israeli press has reported on attempts to attack Israelis in Turkey, citing sources who asked not to be named.
These attacks are said to have been preventedif thanks to co-operation between the Israeli and Turkish security services, as the two countries have strengthened their relations in recent months.
Invoked “real and immediate danger murder and abduction “, Lapid said “the lives of many Israelis have been saved.” “If you are planning a vacation in Istanbul: cancel everything! No leisure travel is not worth your life “, The minister added, while the authorities clarified that the Israelis could nevertheless make a passage through the Turkish metropolis.
“I would like to thank the Turkish government for its efforts to protect the lives of Israeli citizens.” he said. And he warned, addressing Iran: “Anyone who hurts the Israelis will pay the price, they will “We will chase them wherever they are.”
