Explosion heard near the Parliament of Turkey

A startling incident unfolded on Sunday in the heart of Turkey's capital, Ankara, as a loud explosion was heard in the city , as reported by Turkish media outlets. Some sources further detailed that the explosion was swiftly followed by the sound of gunfire.

According to a minister, a suicide bomber triggered an explosive device in the Turkish capital, resulting in injuries to two police officers.

The precise cause of this explosion, which occurred in close proximity to the Parliament and Ministry of Interior Affairs, remains shrouded in mystery at this time. Fortunately, there have been no immediate reports of casualties stemming from the incident.

It's worth noting that Parliament was scheduled to resume its activities on Sunday after a summer recess, which adds an element of urgency to the situation. In response, security forces swiftly established barriers in the affected area.

Television broadcasts captured scenes of bomb squads operating near a parked vehicle within the vicinity, underscoring the immediate response by authorities to this unsettling event. Further investigations are underway to shed light on the circumstances surrounding this alarming explosion and gunfire in the heart of Ankara.

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