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.