Istanbul, Turkey – A Turkish court has ordered the detention of 67 individuals suspected of having ties to the Islamic State (ISIS) following a large-scale investigation initiated by the Istanbul Public Prosecutor’s Office.
The decision was reached on Friday after the court concluded its interrogation of 147 suspects who were recently apprehended during a widespread security operation targeting the extremist group. Of the 72 individuals whom prosecutors sought to detain, the court approved the detention of 67. An additional 48 suspects have been placed under judicial control measures.
Furthermore, authorities have ordered the deportation of 32 suspects, citing national security concerns. These individuals will be transferred to deportation centers pending their removal from Turkey.
The Turkish Public Prosecutor’s Office previously announced that its anti-terrorism unit had launched an investigation to uncover ISIS operatives and their activities within the country. This action follows a recent operation in Yalova province on Monday, during which three police officers were killed and eight others wounded. The operation resulted in the deaths of six ISIS militants, according to Interior Minister Ali Yerlikaya.
The crackdown underscores Turkey’s ongoing efforts to combat the threat of ISIS and maintain national security. The investigations are expected to continue as authorities work to dismantle the group’s network within the country.
