1980 Turkish coup d'état

The 1980 Turkish coup d'état was a military takeover that occurred on September 12, 1980, when the Turkish Armed Forces, citing political instability and violence, seized control of the government. The military dismissed elected leaders, suspended political parties, and imposed martial law to restore order and stability. This intervention was driven by escalating violence between political factions, economic issues, and concerns over chaos. The coup led to military rule until 1983, during which the military governed directly and implemented constitutional reforms before democracy was gradually restored.