Several killed, many wounded in explosion in Ankara
Ankara - An explosion rocked the Turkish capital of Ankara on Sunday, killing and wounding an unknown number of people, a senior security official said.
Gunfire was also heard after explosion, while ambulances rushed to the area, officials said. Smoke could be seen rising above the area from a distance 2.5 km away, a Reuters witness said. The blast occurred near the central Guven Park, which adjoins a major transportation hub.
Meanwhile the US State Department is warning people to remain vigilant in light of information regarding a massive terrorist plot on Turkish government buildings in the Bahceliever area of Ankara.
All Israeli diplomatic staff in Ankara are safe and accounted for.
