Heavy snow in Istanbul – in pictures

  • A heavy snowstorm has hit Istanbul. All photos: Reuters
    A heavy snowstorm has hit Istanbul. All photos: Reuters
  • People rush for shelter from the snow, with the Blue Mosque in the background.
    People rush for shelter from the snow, with the Blue Mosque in the background.
  • The snow doesn’t let up as Israeli President Isaac Herzog visits the city. Reuters
    The snow doesn’t let up as Israeli President Isaac Herzog visits the city. Reuters
  • Security officers are on hand at Neve Shalom Synagogue for Isaac Herzog's visit.
    Security officers are on hand at Neve Shalom Synagogue for Isaac Herzog's visit.
  • The heavy snowfall led to Turkish Airlines cancelling more than 200 flights from Istanbul.
    The heavy snowfall led to Turkish Airlines cancelling more than 200 flights from Istanbul.