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Istanbul is the largest city in Turkey, serving as the country's economic, cultural and historic hub. The city straddles the Bosporus Strait, lying in both Europe and Asia, and has a population of over 15 million residents, comprising 19% of the population of Turkey. Istanbul is the most populous European city and the world's 15th largest city.
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Istanbul Court Attack: 2 terrorists shot dead outside Istanbul court by Turkish Police | Oneindia Credit: Oneindia Duration: 02:28Published | |
Istanbul courthouse attack leaves 2 dead and several wounded Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 00:50Published | |
Turkey arrests 47 alleged IS members over Istanbul church attack Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 00:35Published | |
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