New travel advice issued for Turkey as Brits warned to ‘leave the area’

The advise was updated just a few days ago

The popular tourist destination, with vibrant cities such as Antalya and Istanbul, attracts millions of travellers each year.

However, on March 24 the Foreign Office updated its advice for those planning a trip to the country and travellers already located in the country due to ongoing protests and demonstrations.

The travel authority warned that 'demonstrations may become violent. The police response has included use of tear gas and water cannons.'

The Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) provides travel guidance to help British nationals make informed decisions about foreign travel, with a focus on their safety and security.

It offers information on potential risks and advice on how to stay safe while travelling abroad.

For those travelling to Turkey during the unrest, the FDCO advises: "Demonstrations and protests are currently taking place in Istanbul and other cities across Turkey. Demonstrations may become violent. The police response has included use of tear gas and water cannons.

"You should monitor local media, plan ahead to avoid disruption and avoid crowds and demonstrations."

Recent tensions in the region, sparked by events in Israel and the Occupied Palestinian Territories, have led to significant protests outside diplomatic missions associated with the conflict, especially Israeli diplomatic missions in Ankara and Istanbul.

They advise tourists to leave the area immediately if a protest develops and warn that transport may be disrupted by such demonstrations.

Additionally, the government body cautions: "FCDO advises against all travel within 10km of the Turkey-Syria border."