Israel Works to Protect Citizens Arrested in Turkey on Fraud Charges
Israel's Foreign Ministry is actively working to safeguard the rights of Israeli citizens arrested in Turkey. The ministry confirmed it is engaged with the situation following the detention of Israelis on Turkish territory.
Turkish authorities announced the dismantling of an international investment fraud network allegedly linked to Israel. According to Turkish reports, the scheme's participants may have defrauded victims across Europe, Asia, and Africa of approximately $266 million. Local media reported the arrest of nine Israeli nationals in connection with the investigation.
The Israeli Foreign Ministry emphasized that it is taking all necessary steps to ensure the detained individuals' rights are protected. Relations between Israel and Turkey have significantly deteriorated in recent years, marked by political disagreements and strong criticism of Israel from Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, though diplomatic ties remain intact.