Supplemental Info:

Istanbul Mayor Ekrem Imamoglu, a popular Turkish figure and key challenger to President Recep Erdogan, was taken into custody Wednesday as part of a corruption and terror investigation.

Demonstrations on Thursday in Ankara turned extremely violent. Extreme caution urged.

U.S. Mission Türkiye
March 21, 2025

Location: Countrywide

Event: Ongoing demonstrations throughout Türkiye in reaction to Istanbul Mayor Imamoglu’s detention. Large gatherings may result in enhanced police presence, road closures, metro closures, and traffic disruptions. Any gathering, even those intended to be peaceful, could escalate and turn violent.

Actions to Take:

• Keep a low profile.

• Exercise caution if unexpectedly in the vicinity of large gatherings or protests.

• Be aware of your surroundings.

• Monitor local media for updates.

• Enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to receive alerts.

• Refer to our website for the latest Alerts and Messages for U.S. citizens.

Contact Information

U.S. Embassy (Ankara, Türkiye)

1480 Sok No:1

Cukurambar Mah

Cankaya 06530 Ankara, Türkiye

Tel: +90-312-294-0000

Email: Ankara-ACS@state.gov

U.S. Consulate General Istanbul

Poligon Mahallesi, Sariyer Caddesi No: 75

İstinye 34460 Sariyer, Istanbul, Türkiye

Tel: +90-212-335-9000

Email: ACS_Istanbul@state.gov

U.S. Consulate Adana

Girne Bulvari No: 212 Guzelevler Mah.

Yuregir, Adana, Türkiye

Tel: +90-322-455-4100

Email: CA-Adana@state.gov

U.S. Consular Agency Izmir

Email: izmir@state.gov

More Contact Information:

State Department – Consular Affairs

1-888-407-4747 or 1-202-501-4444

Türkiye’s Country Page

Türkiye’s Travel Advisory

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https://tr.usembassy.gov/demonstration-alert-u-s-embassy-ankara-march-21-2025/