TEHRAN, Apr. 18 (MNA) – A massive explosion occurred in the Beyoğlu district of Istanbul on Monday morning, Turkish sources reported.

New sources reported on Monday morning that a massive explosion shook the Beyoğlu district which is on the European side of Istanbul.

Turkish news sources reported that a building in the Beyoğlu district was evacuated following the blast.

So far, no detailed reports or information have been released about the possible casualties and material damage caused by this explosion.

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