In two bomb explosions in Turkey, four people were killed just days before the visit of the U.S. President to Turkey and the NATO leaders' summit in Istanbul. However, a White House spokesperson stated that President Bush has not changed his travel plans due to the explosions. The NATO Secretary General also expressed confidence in the security measures taken by the Turkish government for the NATO summit. According to the police, a bomb carried by a woman into a city bus exploded on Thursday afternoon in a residential area of Istanbul, killing four and injuring at least 14 others. The police believe the bomb exploded accidentally. A few hours earlier, a smaller bomb exploded at the Hilton Hotel in Istanbul, injuring three people. President Bush is scheduled to stay there on Saturday. Turkish officials suspect leftist groups in connection with the explosions.
Four Killed in Two Bomb Explosions in Turkey - 2004-06-24
Two bomb explosions in Istanbul resulted in four deaths and several injuries just before a significant NATO summit. President Bush's visit remains unaffected according to White House officials, while Turkish authorities suspect leftist groups may be involved. This incident raises concerns about security in Turkey during international events.
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📰 What Happened
Two bomb explosions in Istanbul resulted in four deaths and numerous injuries just before a major NATO summit. The Turkish police suspect leftist groups may be behind the attacks.
- A bomb exploded on a city bus, killing four and injuring at least 14.
- A smaller bomb exploded at the Hilton Hotel, injuring three people.
💡 Why It Matters
📚 Background
Turkey has faced various domestic security threats, including from leftist and extremist groups, complicating its role as a NATO ally.
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