2016 was a horrendous year for Turkey, one marked by terrorist attacks and political instability. Turks were fervently hoping that 2017 would bring peace and
Tag: Turkey Coup
Friday 29 July, 2016 Update: Erdogan’s Realpolitik
In the two weeks following the failed coup in Turkey, Recep Tayyip Erdogan has been a busy fellow. His purge of known or suspected supporters
Turkish Coup Update: Coup Faltering, Erdogan Lands In Istanbul
The attempted coup in Turkey is faltering at this hour as the military faction that seized control earlier today had failed to consolidate its hold
Turkish Coup Update: Gunfire Breaks Out in Istanbul
The situation in Turkey is fluid and confused. Solid news is unavailable. Instead, bits and pieces of the puzzle are emerging as the early morning