Danish police said on Wednesday they were investigating two explosions in the immediate vicinity of Israel's Copenhagen embassy and had detained three people for questioning.

Two people were apprehended on a train at Copenhagen's main railway station, while the third&nbsp;was detained elsewhere in the Danish capital, police said on social media platform X.

It was not immediately clear how those held by police were linked to the blasts.

There were no injuries in the explosions, which happened at around 3:20 am&nbsp;local time (0120 GMT), and no damage was caused to the building, the Israeli embassy said in a statement.

"It is clear that the Israeli embassy is in the immediate vicinity, and that is naturally also an angle that we look at," Deputy Assistant Commissioner Jakob Hansen of the Copenhagen police told reporters.

The area around the embassy was cordoned off, and armed Danish military personnel stood guard, while investigators wearing coverall suits were seen combing the scene for evidence.

Police were due to hold a press conference at 1200 GMT.

The blasts occurred against a backdrop of soaring tensions in the Middle East as Iran carried out a massive missile attack on Israel.

Israel, which is fighting Iran-backed Hezbollah in Lebanon, promised to retaliate, stoking fears of a wider war.

Carolineskolen, a Jewish school located near the embassy in the Danish capital, would stay closed on Wednesday due to its proximity to the crime scene, a spokesperson for the Jewish Community in Denmark told Reuters.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/idf-says-iran-launched-several-missiles-on-israel-763663">Also read:&nbsp;Iran launches barrage of over 200 missiles on Israel, IDF warns of retaliation at place, time of own choosing</a>

There have also been several recent security incidents near Israel's embassy in neighbouring Sweden, where police on Tuesday said they were investigating suspected gunfire in the area.

In January, a Stockholm police bomb squad disarmed what investigators called a "dangerous object" outside the Israeli embassy building.

Watch |&nbsp;Israel-Iran War: Iran Will Pay For Its 'Big Mistake' After Strike On Israel: Netanyahu

<div class="ui-state-default" contenteditable="false">
<div class="twitter-block" draggable="false">
<div class="videoWrapper trancodeVideo"><iframe allowfullscreen="" autoplay="1" class="includeVideo" frameborder="0" height="350" src="https://www.wionews.com/videos/israel-iran-war-iran-will-pay-for-its-big-mistake-after-strike-on-israel-netanyahu-763864/embed" style="width:100%;max-width:560px;" width="560"></iframe></div>
</div>
<a class="close-mark close-div" href="#" id="jqclosemark">×</a></div>

The incidents in Sweden caused no injuries or significant damage.

Swedish authorities have said security police averted several planned attacks linked to Iranian security services using local criminal networks. Iran has called the Swedish report "baseless".

Disclaimer: WION takes the utmost care to accurately and responsibly report conflicts in West Asia involving Israel, Iran, Syria, Iraq, and non-state actors like the Islamic State, among others. In this context, claims and counterclaims are being made online and offline. WION cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, social media posts, photos, and videos.

Danish police said on Wednesday they were investigating two explosions in the immediate vicinity of Israel's Copenhagen embassy and had detained three people for questioning.

Danish police said on Wednesday they were investigating two explosions in the immediate vicinity of Israel's Copenhagen embassy and had detained three people for questioning. Two people were apprehended on a train at Copenhagen's main railway station, while the third was detained elsewhere in the Danish capital, police said on social media platform X. It was not immediately clear how those held by police were linked to the blasts. There were no injuries in the explosions, which happened at around 3:20 am local time (0120 GMT), and no damage was caused to the building, the Israeli embassy said in a statement. "It is clear that the Israeli embassy is in the immediate vicinity, and that is naturally also an angle that we look at," Deputy Assistant Commissioner Jakob Hansen of the Copenhagen police told reporters. The area around the embassy was cordoned off, and armed Danish military personnel stood guard, while investigators wearing coverall suits were seen combing the scene for evidence. Police were due to hold a press conference at 1200 GMT. The blasts occurred against a backdrop of soaring tensions in the Middle East as Iran carried out a massive missile attack on Israel. Israel, which is fighting Iran-backed Hezbollah in Lebanon, promised to retaliate, stoking fears of a wider war. Carolineskolen, a Jewish school located near the embassy in the Danish capital, would stay closed on Wednesday due to its proximity to the crime scene, a spokesperson for the Jewish Community in Denmark told Reuters. Also read: Iran launches barrage of over 200 missiles on Israel, IDF warns of retaliation at place, time of own choosing There have also been several recent security incidents near Israel's embassy in neighbouring Sweden, where police on Tuesday said they were investigating suspected gunfire in the area. In January, a Stockholm police bomb squad disarmed what investigators called a "dangerous object" outside the Israeli embassy building. Watch | Israel-Iran War: Iran Will Pay For Its 'Big Mistake' After Strike On Israel: Netanyahu × The incidents in Sweden caused no injuries or significant damage. Swedish authorities have said security police averted several planned attacks linked to Iranian security services using local criminal networks. Iran has called the Swedish report "baseless". Disclaimer: WION takes the utmost care to accurately and responsibly report conflicts in West Asia involving Israel, Iran, Syria, Iraq, and non-state actors like the Islamic State, among others. In this context, claims and counterclaims are being made online and offline. WION cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, social media posts, photos, and videos.

Danish police probing two blasts near Israeli embassy in Copenhagen, detain three people

In the early hours of Saturday (Oct 21), a pipe bomb detonated near the Israeli embassy in Nicosia, Cyprus, media reports said. There were no reported injuries and only minor damage. Four individuals were subsequently arrested in connection with the incident.

The explosion occurred at 1:37 am in Nicosia, the capital of Cyprus, on a street situated approximately 30 to 40 metres from the Israeli embassy. This took place against the backdrop of the ongoing war between Israel and Hamas, which had been continuing for three weeks and has little hope to die down soon even as Gaza started to receive aid from the border with Egypt.

Also Read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trucks-filled-with-humanitarian-aid-enter-gaza-through-rafah-crossing-649566">Trucks, filled with humanitarian aid, enter Gaza through Rafah crossing</a>

Cypriot explosive experts reportedly called to the scene confirmed that the explosion was caused by a pipe bomb. The device contained explosive material typically used in the production of fireworks.

<h2>Suspects arrested&nbsp;&nbsp;</h2>

Four individuals, aged between 17 and 21, were apprehended in connection with the incident.

Two of them were found on foot near the scene of the explosion, while the other two were located in a car parked on a nearby residential street.

The identities and nationalities of these suspects were not disclosed, but all four were scheduled to appear in court later on Saturday (Oct 21).

Also Read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/hamas-attacked-in-order-to-derail-saudi-israel-normalisation-biden-649655">Hamas attacked in order to derail Saudi-Israel normalisation: Biden</a>

Additionally, one of the suspects had two knives and a hammer in the car.

<h2>Security measures&nbsp;</h2>

Cyprus is home to a significant Jewish community, and security measures around the Israeli embassy and other sites of Jewish interest have been tightened since the onset of the Israel-Hamas conflict.

These measures were also extended to the synagogue in Larnaca, a southern port town on the island.

Despite the heightened security, there have been few reported incidents of anti-Semitism on Cyprus.

Watch |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/beijing-begins-legislative-progress-to-revise-state-secret-law-649704">Beijing begins legislative progress to revise state secret law</a>

<div class="ui-state-default" contenteditable="false">
<div class="twitter-block" draggable="false">
<div class="videoWrapper trancodeVideo"><iframe allowfullscreen="" autoplay="1" class="includeVideo" frameborder="0" height="350" src="https://www.wionews.com/videos/beijing-begins-legislative-progress-to-revise-state-secret-law-649704/embed" style="width:100%;max-width:560px;" width="560"></iframe></div>
</div>
<a class="close-mark close-div" href="#" id="jqclosemark">×</a></div>

The island remains a popular destination for Israeli tourists, ranking as the second-largest national visitor group after Britons.

Cyprus played a humanitarian role during the war by receiving people fleeing the violence.

These individuals arrived on military flights and cruise ships, with the Mediterranean island being located approximately 250 kilometres (155 miles) from the Israeli coastline.

(With inputs from agencies)

<div class="ui-state-default" contenteditable="false">
<div class="twitter-block" draggable="false">
WATCH WION LIVE HERE

<iframe allow="accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="350" loading="”lazy”" src="https://www.wionews.com/live-tv/embed?autoplay=1&amp;mute=1" width="100%"></iframe>

You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us <a href="https://www.wionews.com/content-contribution-registration-form">here</a>.
</div>
<a class="close-mark close-div" href="#" id="jqclosemark">×</a></div>

&nbsp;

In the early hours of Saturday (Oct 21), a pipe bomb detonated near the Israeli embassy in Nicosia, Cyprus, media reports said. There were no reported injuries and only minor damage.

In the early hours of Saturday (Oct 21), a pipe bomb detonated near the Israeli embassy in Nicosia, Cyprus, media reports said. There were no reported injuries and only minor damage. Four individuals were subsequently arrested in connection with the incident. The explosion occurred at 1:37 am in Nicosia, the capital of Cyprus, on a street situated approximately 30 to 40 metres from the Israeli embassy. This took place against the backdrop of the ongoing war between Israel and Hamas, which had been continuing for three weeks and has little hope to die down soon even as Gaza started to receive aid from the border with Egypt. Also Read | Trucks, filled with humanitarian aid, enter Gaza through Rafah crossing Cypriot explosive experts reportedly called to the scene confirmed that the explosion was caused by a pipe bomb. The device contained explosive material typically used in the production of fireworks. Suspects arrested Four individuals, aged between 17 and 21, were apprehended in connection with the incident. Two of them were found on foot near the scene of the explosion, while the other two were located in a car parked on a nearby residential street. The identities and nationalities of these suspects were not disclosed, but all four were scheduled to appear in court later on Saturday (Oct 21). Also Read | Hamas attacked in order to derail Saudi-Israel normalisation: Biden Additionally, one of the suspects had two knives and a hammer in the car. Security measures Cyprus is home to a significant Jewish community, and security measures around the Israeli embassy and other sites of Jewish interest have been tightened since the onset of the Israel-Hamas conflict. These measures were also extended to the synagogue in Larnaca, a southern port town on the island. Despite the heightened security, there have been few reported incidents of anti-Semitism on Cyprus. Watch | Beijing begins legislative progress to revise state secret law × The island remains a popular destination for Israeli tourists, ranking as the second-largest national visitor group after Britons. Cyprus played a humanitarian role during the war by receiving people fleeing the violence. These individuals arrived on military flights and cruise ships, with the Mediterranean island being located approximately 250 kilometres (155 miles) from the Israeli coastline. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here. ×

Explosion near Israeli embassy in Cyprus leads to four arrests

The Israeli envoy to India Ron Malka has said that the blast near the country's mission in New Delhi&nbsp;was a terror attack and there was "some evidence from the scene" to suggest that. Speaking to our Principal Diplomatic Correspondent Sidhant Sibal, Malka said that it was "too early to say who is standing behind this evil attack... it is a terrorist attack, the target being the Israel embassy."

The minor blast near the Israeli mission in the high-security zone of India's national capital came even as the Beating Retreat ceremony was underway just 20 minutes away from the location.

The envoy pointed out, "this kind of events only strengthen us, give us more strength to go ahead, grow, progress" and "Israel, India ties will grow and thrive, and no one will be able to stop this."&nbsp;

The incident happened as both countries celebrate 29 years of the formal establishment of diplomatic ties.&nbsp;

WION: If you can give us the details of the Friday blast that took place near your mission?

Ambassador Ron Malka: Yesterday around 5 PM, there was a blast, an explosion just outside the Israeli embassy in Delhi. Once it happened, we raised an alert, and fortunately, nobody was hurt, and all the diplomats and families of diplomats are safe. We have our guidelines in these kinds of situations, and we follow them. We are safe now.

WION: What kind of conversations are you having with your Indian counterparts? The details.

Ambassador Ron Malka: Yesterday when this evil attack happened, we celebrated the 29th anniversary of the establishment of full diplomatic relations between India and Israel. Very fruitful and rewarding 29 years of diplomatic relations, so it might not be a coincidence.&nbsp;

The collaboration between India and Israel is a shining example for the world, how 2 countries should collaborate and cooperate.&nbsp; 
Yesterday, EAM Jaishankar called our minister of foreign affairs. The foreign secretary called our DG, your NSA called our NSA, they know each other very well.&nbsp;

On a continuous basis we share, we collaborate, we joint effort in many aspects, and in this investigation, Israeli and Indian authorities' agencies are working together. Putting all the parts together, pieces together, and building the puzzle to understand what happened here as we get full support and assistance.

WION: Do you think Iran has been responsible for the incident near the Israeli embassy?

Ambassador Ron Malka: Investigation still in its early stages. Too early to say who is standing behind this evil attack. Our assumption, yes, it is a terrorist attack, the target being the Israel embassy. It will take some more time to bring all the pieces together and who is standing behind this attack. All the options on the table and will take some time. Will find those responsible for the attack and will bring them to justice.

WION: You said, it's a terror attack. What is the evidence which makes you believe that it's a terror attack?

Ambassador Ron Malka: There is some evidence from the scene. We know what kind of bomb is used in this kind of event and other pieces. I don't want to get into the details of the investigation. Its still ongoing, but can share with you, Israeli diplomats all over the world, we are considered as a target in the eyes of our enemies. We are very well prepared.&nbsp;

There was an attack in 1992 at the Israeli embassy in Buenos Aires, there was a terror attack against Israeli diplomats in 2012. So we are very well prepared. In the last few weeks, due to some incidents that happened all over the world, some of them are related to Israel, we raised the level of alert.

So we are not surprised, we are very well prepared and those who think they might stop us, or threaten us, this kind of events only strengthen us, give us more strength to go ahead, grow progress and Israel, India ties will grow and thrive and no one will be able to stop this.&nbsp;

WION: Since it's anniversary year, how do you see ties between India and Israel?

Ambassador Ron Malka: Even under the Pandemic, we collaborated and whatever happened under the pandemic will shape what will happen in the future.&nbsp;

Israel and India are shining examples of how countries, friend countries should collaborate and work together. After the pandemic, we did join research on a rapid test for covid, a scientist from India and Israel joined forces and conducted a very high research effort.&nbsp;

We supported and helped each other in exchange of shared practices, medicines, and all over achievements, medical supplies, and medical equipment for tackling the pandemic.

This kind of collaboration is based on mutual respect and trust is a shining example of countries that should collaborate and even under the pandemic, we signed new agreements on water projects, innovation, health care, culture. Even under the pandemic, new centers of excellence for agriculture were established. That is what is going on between India and Israel. Ties are growing and expanding.&nbsp;

WION: How has been the counter-terror collaboration between the 2 countries?

Ambassador Ron Malka: As I always say, Israel and India, not only share the same values and interests, we also have similar hostilities and threats. As far as counter-terrorism is concerned, we collaborate, share information and knowledge, and practices. This is a shining example for our countries, to get united, collaborate, and work together. If the world will get united against terror, we are going to win against terrorism. Because terrorism is a global disease, the world should internalize that and get united and once this happens, we will defeat terror.

The Israeli envoy to India Ron Malka has said that the blast near the country's mission in New Delhi was a terror attack and there was "some evidence from the scene" to suggest that.

The Israeli envoy to India Ron Malka has said that the blast near the country's mission in New Delhi was a terror attack and there was "some evidence from the scene" to suggest that. Speaking to our Principal Diplomatic Correspondent Sidhant Sibal, Malka said that it was "too early to say who is standing behind this evil attack... it is a terrorist attack, the target being the Israel embassy." The minor blast near the Israeli mission in the high-security zone of India's national capital came even as the Beating Retreat ceremony was underway just 20 minutes away from the location. The envoy pointed out, "this kind of events only strengthen us, give us more strength to go ahead, grow, progress" and "Israel, India ties will grow and thrive, and no one will be able to stop this." The incident happened as both countries celebrate 29 years of the formal establishment of diplomatic ties. WION: If you can give us the details of the Friday blast that took place near your mission? Ambassador Ron Malka: Yesterday around 5 PM, there was a blast, an explosion just outside the Israeli embassy in Delhi. Once it happened, we raised an alert, and fortunately, nobody was hurt, and all the diplomats and families of diplomats are safe. We have our guidelines in these kinds of situations, and we follow them. We are safe now. WION: What kind of conversations are you having with your Indian counterparts? The details. Ambassador Ron Malka: Yesterday when this evil attack happened, we celebrated the 29th anniversary of the establishment of full diplomatic relations between India and Israel. Very fruitful and rewarding 29 years of diplomatic relations, so it might not be a coincidence. The collaboration between India and Israel is a shining example for the world, how 2 countries should collaborate and cooperate. Yesterday, EAM Jaishankar called our minister of foreign affairs. The foreign secretary called our DG, your NSA called our NSA, they know each other very well. On a continuous basis we share, we collaborate, we joint effort in many aspects, and in this investigation, Israeli and Indian authorities' agencies are working together. Putting all the parts together, pieces together, and building the puzzle to understand what happened here as we get full support and assistance. WION: Do you think Iran has been responsible for the incident near the Israeli embassy? Ambassador Ron Malka: Investigation still in its early stages. Too early to say who is standing behind this evil attack. Our assumption, yes, it is a terrorist attack, the target being the Israel embassy. It will take some more time to bring all the pieces together and who is standing behind this attack. All the options on the table and will take some time. Will find those responsible for the attack and will bring them to justice. WION: You said, it's a terror attack. What is the evidence which makes you believe that it's a terror attack? Ambassador Ron Malka: There is some evidence from the scene. We know what kind of bomb is used in this kind of event and other pieces. I don't want to get into the details of the investigation. Its still ongoing, but can share with you, Israeli diplomats all over the world, we are considered as a target in the eyes of our enemies. We are very well prepared. There was an attack in 1992 at the Israeli embassy in Buenos Aires, there was a terror attack against Israeli diplomats in 2012. So we are very well prepared. In the last few weeks, due to some incidents that happened all over the world, some of them are related to Israel, we raised the level of alert. So we are not surprised, we are very well prepared and those who think they might stop us, or threaten us, this kind of events only strengthen us, give us more strength to go ahead, grow progress and Israel, India ties will grow and thrive and no one will be able to stop this. WION: Since it's anniversary year, how do you see ties between India and Israel? Ambassador Ron Malka: Even under the Pandemic, we collaborated and whatever happened under the pandemic will shape what will happen in the future. Israel and India are shining examples of how countries, friend countries should collaborate and work together. After the pandemic, we did join research on a rapid test for covid, a scientist from India and Israel joined forces and conducted a very high research effort. We supported and helped each other in exchange of shared practices, medicines, and all over achievements, medical supplies, and medical equipment for tackling the pandemic. This kind of collaboration is based on mutual respect and trust is a shining example of countries that should collaborate and even under the pandemic, we signed new agreements on water projects, innovation, health care, culture. Even under the pandemic, new centers of excellence for agriculture were established. That is what is going on between India and Israel. Ties are growing and expanding. WION: How has been the counter-terror collaboration between the 2 countries? Ambassador Ron Malka: As I always say, Israel and India, not only share the same values and interests, we also have similar hostilities and threats. As far as counter-terrorism is concerned, we collaborate, share information and knowledge, and practices. This is a shining example for our countries, to get united, collaborate, and work together. If the world will get united against terror, we are going to win against terrorism. Because terrorism is a global disease, the world should internalize that and get united and once this happens, we will defeat terror.

Exclusive: Evidence suggests Delhi blast was terror attack, says Israeli envoy to India

Multiple reports have confirmed a blast near the embassy of Israel in New Delhi on Friday evening. The blast happened while the Beating Retreat ceremony was underway just about 2 km away.

Low intensity IED explosion near Israeli embassy scares Delhi's VIP zone

A member of Thailand's most popular all-girl band has apologised for wearing a shirt with a Nazi flag featuring a swastika after her TV appearance drew "shock and dismay" from the Israeli embassy Saturday.

Images of Hitler, swastikas and other Nazi regalia are fairly commonplace on T-shirts and memorabilia in Thailand, a phenomenon blamed on a lack of awareness about world history.

The latest faux pas was committed by Pichayapa "Namsai" Natha, one of the singers of BNK48, when she wore the red-and-black top complete with a swastika during the group's televised rehearsal on Friday.

The deputy chief of mission of the Israeli Embassy in Bangkok took to Twitter to express "shock and dismay" at the outfit, noting that Sunday is International Holocaust Remembrance Day.

"Presenting Nazi symbols by the band's singer hurt the feelings of millions around the world, whose relatives were murdered by the Nazis," said Smadar Shapira.

Following the uproar, Namsai apologised onstage during a concert on Saturday night.

"I want this to be an example for everyone, please forgive me," the 19-year-old singer said, bursting into tears.

In an extended apology posted on her official Facebook page, she later wrote: "Please give me advice so that I can grow up to be a good adult in the future".

"I cannot fix the mistake but I promise I will not let it happen again," she wrote in Thai.

On Sunday afternoon, the singer and the manager of BNK48, both dressed in sombre grey and white clothing, met with Israeli ambassador Meir Shlomo to apologise for the incident.

Diplomat Shapira tweeted photographs of the meeting, adding that the group "discussed the importance of... awareness to the Holocaust and Antisemitism".&nbsp;

The band agreed to participate in an educational workshop on the Holocaust, she said, adding that the ambassador was "pleased" and understands that Namsai's act came from a "lack of knowledge and lack of awareness".

Georg Schmidt, Germany's ambassador to Thailand, also extended an invitation to the group "to discuss the terror of the Nazi Dictatorship with us," he tweeted Sunday. &nbsp;

Nazi imagery&nbsp;

Fans of BNK48, a domestic offshoot of Japanese girl group AKB48, came to Namsai's defence.

"I'm over 40 and I don't know anything about this topic. When I saw the shirt, I didn't think it would be a problem," said fan Prasit Rudeekriengkrai.

Others blamed Thailand's education system, which does not focus much on world history.

"What do you expect? When we were in school, they teach only about Thailand and Myanmar wars," Samruay Kraspra said.

Thailand has gotten in trouble in the past for its flippant use of Hitler and Nazi-related imagery.

In 2013, Bangkok's prestigious Chulalongkorn University was forced to apologise after its students created a mural depicting Hitler during graduation celebrations.&nbsp;

A Catholic school was also left red-faced in 2011 after students dressed up in a Nazi uniform for a sports day parade.

A member of Thailand's most popular all-girl band has apologised for wearing a shirt with a Nazi flag featuring a swastika after her TV appearance drew "shock and dismay" from the Israeli embassy Saturday.

A member of Thailand's most popular all-girl band has apologised for wearing a shirt with a Nazi flag featuring a swastika after her TV appearance drew "shock and dismay" from the Israeli embassy Saturday. Images of Hitler, swastikas and other Nazi regalia are fairly commonplace on T-shirts and memorabilia in Thailand, a phenomenon blamed on a lack of awareness about world history. The latest faux pas was committed by Pichayapa "Namsai" Natha, one of the singers of BNK48, when she wore the red-and-black top complete with a swastika during the group's televised rehearsal on Friday. The deputy chief of mission of the Israeli Embassy in Bangkok took to Twitter to express "shock and dismay" at the outfit, noting that Sunday is International Holocaust Remembrance Day. "Presenting Nazi symbols by the band's singer hurt the feelings of millions around the world, whose relatives were murdered by the Nazis," said Smadar Shapira. Following the uproar, Namsai apologised onstage during a concert on Saturday night. "I want this to be an example for everyone, please forgive me," the 19-year-old singer said, bursting into tears. In an extended apology posted on her official Facebook page, she later wrote: "Please give me advice so that I can grow up to be a good adult in the future". "I cannot fix the mistake but I promise I will not let it happen again," she wrote in Thai. On Sunday afternoon, the singer and the manager of BNK48, both dressed in sombre grey and white clothing, met with Israeli ambassador Meir Shlomo to apologise for the incident. Diplomat Shapira tweeted photographs of the meeting, adding that the group "discussed the importance of... awareness to the Holocaust and Antisemitism". The band agreed to participate in an educational workshop on the Holocaust, she said, adding that the ambassador was "pleased" and understands that Namsai's act came from a "lack of knowledge and lack of awareness". Georg Schmidt, Germany's ambassador to Thailand, also extended an invitation to the group "to discuss the terror of the Nazi Dictatorship with us," he tweeted Sunday. Nazi imagery Fans of BNK48, a domestic offshoot of Japanese girl group AKB48, came to Namsai's defence. "I'm over 40 and I don't know anything about this topic. When I saw the shirt, I didn't think it would be a problem," said fan Prasit Rudeekriengkrai. Others blamed Thailand's education system, which does not focus much on world history. "What do you expect? When we were in school, they teach only about Thailand and Myanmar wars," Samruay Kraspra said. Thailand has gotten in trouble in the past for its flippant use of Hitler and Nazi-related imagery. In 2013, Bangkok's prestigious Chulalongkorn University was forced to apologise after its students created a mural depicting Hitler during graduation celebrations. A Catholic school was also left red-faced in 2011 after students dressed up in a Nazi uniform for a sports day parade.

Thai pop idol condemned for Nazi swastika T-shirt

A knife-wielding man&nbsp;was shot when he tried to storm into the Israeli embassy in the Turkish capital of Ankara on Wednesday. 
 
The man, believed to be mentally unstable, ran with a 12-inch knife towrads the embassy shouting &quot;Allahu Akbar&quot;&nbsp;(God is greatest) and &quot;I will change the Middle East&quot; when he was intercepted by Turkish police. 
 
&quot;The staff is safe. The attacker was wounded before he reached the embassy,&quot; the Israeli foreign ministry spokesman said in a text message to Reuters. &quot;The assailant was shot and wounded by a local (Turkish) security man.&quot; 
 
The spokesman said the man named&nbsp;Osman Nuri Caliskan had managed to reach the &quot;outer perimeter&quot; of the embassy before he was brought down. Preliminary investigations indicate Caliskan to be mentally disturbed. 
 
Private broadcaster NTV say the man hails from&nbsp;the central city of Konya, Reuters reported. 
 
Turkish media reports had initially reported about two knife-attackers, but it remains unclear if there is a&nbsp;second assailant lurking at the moment. 
 
The incident comes three months after Israel and Turkey reconciled&nbsp;following disruption of diplomatic engagement in the aftermath of a 2010&nbsp;Israeli attack on a Gaza-bound Turkish aid ship that left 10 Turks dead.&nbsp; 
 
At the moment, both the nations have turned a new leaf and are keen on restoring diplomatic ties by exchanging ambassadors.&nbsp; 
 
(WION with inputs from agencies) 
&nbsp;

Authorities said the assailant shouted "Allahu akbar" as he ran towards the mission with a knife

A knife-wielding man was shot when he tried to storm into the Israeli embassy in the Turkish capital of Ankara on Wednesday. The man, believed to be mentally unstable, ran with a 12-inch knife towrads the embassy shouting "Allahu Akbar" (God is greatest) and "I will change the Middle East" when he was intercepted by Turkish police. "The staff is safe. The attacker was wounded before he reached the embassy," the Israeli foreign ministry spokesman said in a text message to Reuters. "The assailant was shot and wounded by a local (Turkish) security man." The spokesman said the man named Osman Nuri Caliskan had managed to reach the "outer perimeter" of the embassy before he was brought down. Preliminary investigations indicate Caliskan to be mentally disturbed. Private broadcaster NTV say the man hails from the central city of Konya, Reuters reported. Turkish media reports had initially reported about two knife-attackers, but it remains unclear if there is a second assailant lurking at the moment. The incident comes three months after Israel and Turkey reconciled following disruption of diplomatic engagement in the aftermath of a 2010 Israeli attack on a Gaza-bound Turkish aid ship that left 10 Turks dead. At the moment, both the nations have turned a new leaf and are keen on restoring diplomatic ties by exchanging ambassadors. (WION with inputs from agencies)

Knife-wielding man shot outside Israeli embassy in Turkey

israeli-embassy

Israeli Embassy, News on Israeli Embassy, stories on Israeli Embassy, articles on Israeli Embassy, Israeli Embassy stories at Wion, Israeli Embassy news, Israeli Embassy latest news