Israeli Woman Attacked by Protesters in Istanbul Mall, Police Investigate
Translated & summarized from Arutz Sheva by baba
An Israeli woman, Claudia Medina, was involved in a physical altercation with dozens of pro-Palestinian protesters at a mall in Istanbul. The protesters chanted anti-Zionist slogans and waved flags, reportedly targeting Medina due to her work assisting Israelis in Turkey. Police were called to the scene, and an investigation has been opened into the incident. Medina was escorted out of the mall by security.
The story in 6 lines · by baba
- Dozens of protesters confronted Israeli citizen Claudia Medina at Istanbul's Istinye Park mall.
- The confrontation escalated from verbal arguments to a physical altercation.
- Protesters chanted anti-Zionist slogans and waved Turkish and Palestinian flags.
- Medina, who assists Israelis with medical tourism, was reportedly targeted for her ties to Israel.
- Police were called to the scene, and an investigation into the incident has been launched.
- Security guards escorted Medina out of the mall amidst the confrontation.
An Israeli woman, Claudia Medina, was confronted and allegedly assaulted by a group of approximately 20 to 25 protesters at the Istinye Park mall in Istanbul, Turkey. The incident began as a verbal dispute and escalated to a physical confrontation. Protesters, identified as pro-Palestinian activists, waved Turkish and Palestinian flags and chanted anti-Zionist slogans, reportedly saying, "Down with Zionism! We don't want Zionists in our country." Medina, who holds both Israeli and Turkish citizenship and works in medical tourism, assisting Israelis seeking hair transplants in Turkey, was reportedly targeted due to her ties to Israel. Some Palestinian activists claimed she also helps Israeli soldiers receive medical treatment and accommodation in Turkey, allegations that have not been independently verified. Two days prior to the mall incident, a pro-Palestinian group had filed a complaint against Medina with the Istanbul Chief. Security guards escorted Medina out of the mall amidst the chaos. Police and medical teams were called to the scene. The mall was evacuated, and local security forces have launched an investigation into the incident. Reports indicate no weapons were used, and there is no confirmed information about Medina being injured.
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