Two Indian nationals killed in Istanbul nightclub attack: Sushma Swaraj
At least 39 people were killed and 40 others injured in an armed attack at an Istanbul nightclub
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Medics and security officials work at the scene after an attack at a popular nightclub in Istanbul. (AP)
External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj on Sunday informed that two Indian nationals have lost their lives in the Istanbul nightclub attack.
"I have a bad news from Turkey. We have lost two Indian nationals in the Istanbul attack. Indian Ambassador is on way to Istanbul. The victims are Mr.Abis Rizvi son of former Rajya Sabha MP and Ms.Khushi Shah from Gujarat," Swaraj tweeted.
The victims are Mr.Abis Rizvi son of former Rajya Sabha MP and Ms.Khushi Shah from Gujarat. /2
— Sushma Swaraj (@SushmaSwaraj) January 1, 2017
The investigation into the attack is currently underway.
The attack comes three weeks after twin bombings in Istanbul killed at least 45 people, mostly police officers.
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First Published: Jan 01 2017 | 7:40 PM IST