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Netherlands Closes Consulate in Istanbul Over Terror Threat

The Netherlands has temporarily closed its consulate-general in Istanbul due to a possible terror threat. The Dutch Foreign Ministry issued a statement Wednesday morning, saying the closure was a precautionary measure. Officials did not elaborate on the nature of the threat. The ministry urged Dutch citizens to avoid the area. The ministry also said that about 40 staff members were evacuated following the closure. The announcement follows a suicide attack Saturday in the area where...


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