A Turkish man was apprehended after threatening Saudi tourists with a knife at a restaurant in Istanbul's Maslak area. The incident, captured in a viral video on social media, showed the man brandishing a knife and intimidating the Saudi tourists.
Incident Details:
Viral Video: The video depicts the man, who appeared intoxicated, waving the knife and shouting abusive insults at the Arab tourists, demanding they refrain from speaking Arabic.
Authorities' Response: Law enforcement quickly intervened, removing the man from the restaurant. He was later arrested at his home while still under the influence of alcohol and has been handed over to the prosecution for further legal proceedings.
Context: This event occurs amid ongoing social tensions in Turkey, including issues surrounding Syrian refugees in cities like Kayseri.
