Türkiye marks 10th anniversary of failed 2016 coup with Ankara ceremonies honoring 253 victims
Türkiye marks the 10th anniversary of the defeated July 15, 2016 coup attempt with nationwide ceremonies, particularly in the capital Ankara. President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan is set to attend a major event at Baskent Millet Garden to honor the 253 victims who resisted the Fetullah Terrorist Organization's (FETO) bid to overthrow the democratically elected government.
The commemorations, under the theme "Our Will – Our Victory," will include a special program to celebrate the "Day of Democracy and National Unity." Communications Director Burhanettin Duran stated, "We will commemorate our fallen heroes with dignity, gratitude, and prayers, express our thanks to our heroic veterans, and jointly reaffirm with emphasis that no power is above the national will."
The coup attempt, which took place on the night of July 15, 2016, saw parts of the military, allegedly linked to FETO, attempt to seize power. Civilians and loyal security forces resisted the attempt, resulting in the deaths of over 250 people. President Erdoğan narrowly escaped an assassination attempt in Marmaris, where he was vacationing with his family.
Following the failed coup, the Turkish government launched a crackdown on suspected coup plotters and supporters of FETO. Over 100,000 state employees were dismissed, including teachers, judges, doctors, and police officers. According to the state news agency Anadolu, 4,891 people were convicted in connection with the coup attempt.
The coup attempt has had lasting effects on Turkish politics. President Erdoğan used the event to consolidate power, shifting the country from a parliamentary system to a presidential one. The government has continued to suppress opposition and limit freedoms, with Turkey ranking 163 out of 180 in the Press Freedom Index by Reporter Without Borders.
In addition to the main event in Ankara, commemorations are also being held in other cities. In Lefkosa, Turkish Cypriot officials and diplomats gathered to honor the martyrs and reaffirm their solidarity with Ankara.
The Turkish government has consistently blamed FETO for the coup attempt. Fethullah Gülen, who lived in the United States until his death in 2024, denied any involvement. However, the Turkish government has continued to treat FETO as a terrorist organization and has called on European countries to do the same.
The commemorations come at a time when Türkiye is facing significant economic challenges, including a currency crisis and high inflation. Despite these issues, the government has used the anniversary to reaffirm its commitment to democracy and national unity.
In Bern, Türkiye's ambassador to Switzerland warned that FETO remains a transnational threat and urged European states to treat the group as a criminal and espionage organization.
Twin memorials inside Türkiye's parliament preserve the physical damage left by the coup attempt, allowing visitors to witness the bombing scars that remain untouched nearly a decade after the failed putsch.
The commemorations in Ankara and other cities are expected to draw large crowds, with citizens and officials gathering to honor the victims and reaffirm their commitment to democracy and national unity.
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