The failed coup of July 2016: Turkey's 'turning point'
Published on: July 14, 2026, 11:29 a.m. | Source: The Economic Times
Turkey's 2016 coup attempt marked a turning point for the nation. This event led to widespread purges and detentions across state institutions. President Erdogan consolidated his power, transforming the political system significantly. The judiciary and military faced substantial reforms and purges. These changes continue to impact Turkish society and its institutions today.
