The Dutch government says it has temporarily closed its consulate-general in Istanbul because of a "possible terror threat".
The Dutch government says it has temporarily closed its consulate-general in Istanbul because of a "possible terror threat" and advised its citizens to avoid the area.
The foreign ministry issued a brief statement today announcing the closure, calling it a precautionary measure, but gave no details of the nature of the threat.
Foreign Minister Bert Koenders says in a statement, "the security of my staff and visitors ... has our highest priority."