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NATO's Mark Rutte Condemns Terrorist Attack on Turkish Aerospace Industries in Ankara

Oct 23, 2024, 02:53 PM

NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte has condemned a terrorist attack targeting the Turkish Aerospace Industries (TAI) complex in Ankara, Turkey. Rutte expressed his support for Turkey during a phone call with Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan. He emphasized that NATO stands with its ally Turkey and strongly condemns terrorism in all its forms. The attack has resulted in deeply concerning reports of casualties and wounded, and NATO is closely monitoring the developments. The United States has also expressed its condemnation of the attack and reiterated its support for Turkey.