Coup in Turkey Thread

[armnuke]

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Building of Security Directorate in Ankara burnt by jets, helicopters

[armnuke]

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Reports the biggest motorized division in ankara is pro-coup. gölcük navy base reportedly takes side with coup. Other divisions neutral

[Hakob]

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News am reports that coup has failed.

[armnuke]

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Turkish Chief of Staff has been killed by coup supporters, Yeni Akit reports.

[armnuke]

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News am reports that coup has failed.

clashes ongoing, situation unclear

[gokorik]

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Even if the coup fails this is going to destroy confidence for tourists and investors. The Turkish economy was stagnating before this attempt. Now it's going to tumble IMO.

[Artashes]

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Found "sky news" and watching live stream showing many people on the streets. Doesn't look like coup leaders have been able to in force curfew. Guess I'll have to wait for clarity.

[armnuke]

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curfew has failed. it's in another stage now.

[armnuke]

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The bosphorus has been shut for tankers

[armnuke]

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Reports that pro-coupist F-16s have bombarded the presidential palace.