Tunisian security forces after gunmen attacked Bardo Museum in March
Local reports suggest that 13 tourists have been killed following a terror attack in Tunisia.
Two hotels have been targeted in the town of Sousse – an area which is popular with British holidaymakers.
Police have confirmed that officers have exchanged gunfire with the attackers, while holidaymakers near the site have reported hearing a large explosion.
The Tunisian interior ministry has confirmed that at least seven people have been killed, while local radio station Radio Jawhara FM has reported there are 13 tourist deaths.
At least one gunman has been killed, according to security sources.
A graphic picture has been published on social media, reportedly showing one of the victims – a man lying face down on the beach at the targeted resort.
Tension has been high in Tunisia since an attack on the National Bardo Museum in March which killed 22 people, mostly foreign tourists.
The attack comes just hours after a man was beheaded during a terror attack in France.
More to follow.
Tunisia terror attack: Reports of up to 13 tourists killed by gunman in Sousse
