Turkey Detains 15 Nationalist Youth Group Members Over Assault on US Marines in Izmir

Turkey has detained 15 members of a nationalist youth organization linked to the assault of two U.S. Marines in Izmir. The marines were off-duty, in plain clothes, when the attack occurred. They were hospitalized for precautionary evaluation but have since returned to their ship.

Local and U.S. authorities are cooperating in the investigation, with no Marines detained. The Turkish Youth Union, affiliated with the nationalist Patriotic Party, has been involved and has a history of anti-American sentiment.

Incident Overview

The detainment of 15 members of a nationalist youth organization in Turkey follows the assault of two off-duty U.S. Marines in Izmir. The marines were in civilian attire when the incident occurred, leading to precautionary hospitalization. They have since returned to their ship, ensuring their safety.

Ongoing Investigation

The investigation into the assault is a joint effort between local and U.S. authorities. There have been no detentions of the Marines, indicating their full cooperation in the inquiry. The involvement of the Turkish Youth Union, linked to the nationalist Patriotic Party with a known anti-American stance, is central to the ongoing investigation.