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Thousands arrested in Turkey following failed coup bid

Supporters of  Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan celebrate in Istanbul, Turkey
Supporters of Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan celebrate in Istanbul, Turkey Source: AAP

Thousands of Turkish government supporters continued to march on the country's streets after a failed military coup on Friday. The death toll currently stands at 290, with more than 100 alleged to be plotters. Around 6,000 people, including soldiers and judges, have been detained in the resulting crackdown, as the President says he is considering the death penalty for those responsible.


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Thousands of Turkish government supporters continued to march on the country's streets after a failed military coup on Friday. The death toll currently stands at 290, with more than 100 alleged to be plotters. Around 6,000 people, including soldiers and judges, have been detained in the resulting crackdown, as the President says he is considering the death penalty for those responsible.



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