Massive car bomb in Turkish capital targets military convoy

Turkish officials say at least 28 people died when a car bomb exploded in Ankara today. The blast targeted a military convoy carrying armed forces personnel.

No one has taken responsibility for the attack, but Deputy Prime Minster Numan Kurtulmus said it was “well planned.”

The bombing took place during rush hour while the convoy was stopped at a traffic light in an area near military headquarters and parliament. In addition to those killed, at least 61 people were wounded.

World leaders quickly condemned the attack and offered condolences.

“U.K. stands shoulder to shoulder with Turkey at this difficult time,” British Ambassador Richard Moore said on Twitter.

U.S. Ambassador John Bass said also took to social media to express his sympathy.

“Our hearts and prayers go out to those affected,” he tweeted.

Prime Minister Ahmet Davutoglu canceled plans to travel to Brussels today, instead attending a security meeting with President Recep Tayyip Erdogan and other officials.

The Associated Press contributed to this report.