Turkey (2016 coup attempt)

In July 2016, a faction within Turkey's military attempted a coup to overthrow the government, aiming to restore military-led authority. The plotters used tanks, helicopters, and violence, but the move faced widespread resistance from civilians, police, and elected officials who opposed the takeover. The government quickly regained control, and the aftermath saw mass arrests, purges of military and civil institutions, and a crackdown on dissent. The event highlighted underlying political tensions, including concerns over authoritarianism and the influence of religious and secular forces, shaping Turkey's political landscape in the subsequent years.