8:07PM IL: Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu a few minutes ago made the following statements on national TV.

We are in touch with Turkish government officials and Foreign Minister, including on intelligence cooperation. We are trying to find out how the terrorist targeted Israelis in Istanbul. This will become evident in the future. the FM situation room will continue operating for as long as required.

We extend our condolences to the families and our prayers for a speedy recovery of the injured.

Channel 10 News adds that a number of Israelis known to be in Turkey have not been in contact with their families in Israel or Israeli diplomatic officials since the Shabbos afternoon suicide bombing attack.

It is reported that six of the wounded Israelis are listed as light, two moderate and three serious.

(YWN – Israel Desk, Jerusalem)