A dual Turkish-Israeli citizen was detained in Istanbul after authorities said she had served in the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF), a violation of Turkish law that prohibits citizens from serving in foreign militaries without official approval.

The woman, identified in reports as Jessica Bachar (also spelled Jessica Becher in some outlets), was taken into custody after arriving in Turkey to visit family. Turkish authorities acted under provisions of the Turkish Penal Code, with reports citing Article 76, which is linked to serious offenses including genocide-related legal frameworks.

Following her arrest, international media reported that diplomatic engagement—described by some sources as including U.S. involvement—played a role in her eventual release. She was later deported to Israel and returned under security arrangements, according to these accounts.

The case was also reported by The New Arab, a London-based outlet, which stated that she was expelled roughly a week after her arrest amid external diplomatic pressure. However, the exact role of foreign governments has not been officially confirmed by Turkish authorities.

The incident has drawn attention due to its intersection of dual citizenship rules, foreign military service restrictions, and broader political tensions involving Turkey and Israel.