Coups have been a part of Türkiye's political history, but the people of Türkiye rose against this attempt, disappointing countries, particularly the US and other imperialist nations that shape global politics. The US has been known to support and aid coup attempts in Türkiye, often referring to those involved as "our boys." The future stance of the US towards Türkiye remains uncertain.

During the coup attempt, which began at 10:00 p.m. on July 15, 2016, the Turkish General Staff headquarters and the state-owned Turkish Radio and Television Corporation (TRT) were seized by soldiers supporting the coup. Additionally, a group of soldiers closed off the Bosporus and Fatih Sultan Mehmet bridges in Istanbul.

The coup attempt shocked Türkiye, leading the Prime Minister to address the nation via a special TV channel at 11:30 p.m., denouncing the coup and promising severe punishment for the involved officers. At 11:24 p.m., an explosion occurred at the Special Operation Police Education Center in Golbasi, Ankara. By 11:30 p.m., it was reported that the Chief of the Turkish General Staff, Hulusi Akar, had been taken hostage by coup supporters.

At midnight, military helicopters opened fire on the National Intelligence Organization (MIT) campus in Ankara, provoking an immediate response from MIT security personnel. At 12:11 a.m. on July 16th, President Erdogan relocated from Marmaris to Istanbul's Ataturk Airport, and at 12:13 a.m., a statement was read on TRT declaring the coup's success. However, the legitimacy of this statement was quickly disputed, and TRT's broadcast was cut off. President Erdogan then addressed the nation through a private TV channel, denouncing the military uprising and urging the public to gather at airports and city squares across the country.

At 00:35 a.m., the Chief Prosecutor of Istanbul's Kucukcekmece district initiated the first investigation into the coup attempt, and soldiers involved were identified for subsequent arrest. At 00:57 a.m., a helicopter attacked the Turkish Parliament building, followed by a second attack seven minutes later. The Grand National Assembly of Türkiye convened under the protection of the Speaker and members, while the Turkish Defense Minister confirmed that the coup attempt was carried out by certain soldiers within the Turkish Armed Forces.

At 2:20 a.m., coup soldiers attacked the Special Operations Department in Golbasi, Ankara, resulting in the deaths of 17 police officers. However, the coup was repelled, with Turkish Air Force F-16 aircraft intercepting a Sikorsky-type helicopter used by the coup plotters. At the same time, another group of coup soldiers attempted to enter the Presidential Complex but was apprehended. The Media Advisor of MIT confirmed that the coup had been thwarted.

TBMM, the Turkish Parliament, was bombed twice at 2:42 a.m. and subsequently went into shelter. At 3:10 a.m., Prime Minister Yildirim warned that any military aircraft or helicopter approaching critical areas would be targeted with missiles. President Erdogan arrived at Istanbul's Ataturk Airport at 5:20 a.m. Following the failed coup, investigations and operations expanded to apprehend those involved, including both military and civilian supporters.

By 10:07 a.m., nearly 700 unarmed soldiers and officers surrendered to the police, and the chief of the general staff, Hulusi Akar, was rescued at 8:32 a.m. At 12:04 p.m., 200 coup soldiers were detained at the Gendarmerie General Command building, and the operations against coup supporters continued throughout the day.

The post-coup investigation resulted in the detention of thousands of individuals, including military officials, police officers, judges, governors, and civil servants. By July 20, over 45,000 people had been arrested or suspended, including 2,700 judges, 15,000 teachers, and every university dean in the country. (ILKHA)