Turkish state media reports that a suspect has been detained, there were no casualties and no claim of responsibility for the fleeting attack.
Thanking the Turkish police for their "rapid response", embassy spokesman, David Gainer, said:
"We can confirm a security incident took place at the U.S. Embassy early this morning. We have no reports of any injuries and we are investigating,"Turkish officials, who are locked in a trade and diplomatic dispute with the United States, condemned the shooting in Ankara. Presidential spokesman Ibrahim Kalin tweeted that it was "an attempt to create chaos."
A top official in Turkey's ruling Justice and Development Party said the attack was a "clear provocation" and that foreign diplomats are guests of the country.
"The utmost sensitivity will be shown to ensure their security" said the party spokesman, Omer Celik.
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