Police: there are 3,000 people linked to Islamic State in TurkeyJanuary 17, 2015 - 12:53 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - There are around 3,000 people linked to the Islamic State (IS) group in Turkey, a police intelligence report has said, raising a red alert over the possible future actions of “sleeping cells” of the jihadist group, according to Hurriyet Daily News. The number adds to 700-1,000 Turkish fighters in the group, whose potential return is an issue of concern for Turkey, Foreign Minister Mevlut Cavusoglu said earlier this week. Turkey has so far deported 1,165 people and placed an entry ban on 7,250 more, Cavusoglu said. The police intelligence reports calls for sensitivity to detect the links of the fighters in Turkey. It urged the surveillance of 3,000 people to observe their positions in IS and determine whether or not they are active, describing them as “sleeping cells.” The police intelligence warning refers to possible attacks on the consulates of Western countries by IS and al Qaeda. The security measures for the consulates and assets of Western states have been raised to a maximum level with additional forces deployed. The new measures include patrol groups in addition to existing static security points. The warning also covers NATO facilities and citizens of Western countries. The fact that IS militants control many points on Syria’s border with Turkey is increasing the risks, the notice said. Photo: ABC News Top stories Authorities said a total of 192 Azerbaijani troops were killed and 511 were wounded during Azerbaijan’s offensive. In 2023, the Azerbaijani government will increase the country’s defense budget by more than 1.1 billion manats ($650 million). The bill, published on Monday, is designed to "eliminate the shortcomings of an unreasonably broad interpretation of the key concept of "compatriot". The earthquake caused a temporary blackout, damaged many buildings and closed a number of rural roads. Partner news | Ucom equips four bus stops in Ijevan with free Wi-Fi Ucom now provides free Wi-Fi coverage in smart bus stops in four communities of Ijevan. Armenia, Russia discuss life extension of Metsamor nuclear plant Issues regarding the extension of life of the 2nd power unit of the Armenian Nuclear Power Plant were discussed in Yerevan. Armenians stage more campaigns against territorial concessions to Azerbaijan Protesters blocked more roads across Armenia on Friday, April 26 in continuing attempts to scuttle territorial concessions to Azerbaijan. Czech-Armenian military cooperation discussed in Yerevan A delegation led by the Director General for the Industrial Cooperation Division of the Ministry of Defence of the Czech Republic visited Armenia. |