Saturday 16 July 2016

Attempted coup in Turkey failed as the nation President addressed jubilant crowds in Istanbul.


    Attempted military coup in Turkey failed as authority said they are now in control of the situation. Friday night, a fraction of the army announced on State TV that it has taken over the country and martial imposed across the country. The president spoke to CNN Turk via mobile phone, saying " we will overcome this".  Hours after, the country intelligence agency said, coup attempt in the country have been repelled. Later, President of Turkey Tayip Erdogan addressed jubillant croiwds in Instanbul, the country biggest city saying those responsible for the coup will pay a heavy price. Acting army chief said 104 coup plotter, 47 civilian have been killed in the clash. Media report says 754 members of the armed forces have been arrested .

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