Türkiye to mark 10th anniversary of failed coup
A bronze statue of Sergeant Major Ömer Halisdemir, who was martyred at the Special Forces Command during FETÖ’s failed coup attempt on July 15, 2016, is seen here in Ankara. (DHA)
Türkiye will mark the 10th anniversary of the failed July 15, 2016, coup orchestrated by the FETÖ terrorist organization with nationwide ceremonies honoring those who lost their lives defending the country’s democracy.
On July 15, 2016, a faction within the Turkish Armed Forces linked to FETÖ launched an attempt to overthrow the government, deploying tanks and fighter jets in the capital Ankara and Istanbul while targeting key state institutions, including the parliament.
The putsch was thwarted within hours after civilians took to the streets to confront the plotters, alongside security forces.
