July 15 marks a symbolic victory for the Turkish people. It was the first time in Turkey’s 94-year history that a military coup failed. One year on, TRT World brings heroic stories from the night.
Turkey's anti-terror chief was shot, left to die during failed coup
The former head of the Turkish police’s counter-terrorism department Turgut Aslan was one of the targets of Fetullah Terrorist Organisation (FETO) on July 15. Footage of him being taken away to be executed has just been released. #feto #turkey #july15 #turgutaslan
How do the families of July 15 victims cope with their loss?
251 people were killed in the July 15 coup attempt in Turkey. Here is how families are coping with the loss of their loved ones who were killed that night. #July15 #Turkey #coup
360 Re-creation: What happened during the July 15th failed coup ?
A one of its kind 360 re-creation of the July 15th failed coup attempt, specifically looking at what happened on the July 15th Martyrs Bridge in Istanbul.
A Night of Defiance: Turkey marks two years since failed coup
Events are being held across Turkey today to commemorate the second anniversary of the failed military coup. At least 250 people were killed during the attempt, which Turkey says was orchestrated by Fetullah Gulen and his followers. Melinda Nucifora reports from Ankara.
What's happened in Turkey since the coup attempt on July 15, 2016?
From terror attacks to operations in Syria to the economy to government system change, Turkey has seen some major developments since July 15, 2016.
A Night of Defiance: Interview with Turkish Heritage Org Executive Director Yenal Kucuker
July 15 marks one year since the failed 2016 coup in Turkey. In our special coverage, we look back at the events of that night, its aftermath and consequences for the country. Turkish citizens are commemorating the day with marches.
July 15 - A Night of Defiance: Interview Nilufer Narli from Bahcesehir University
15th of July marks anniversary of the failed coup in Turkey. Prof. Dr. Nilufer Narli, one of the keynote speakers of the International Family and Violence Conference has more to tell.
July 15 - A Night of Defience: Interview with Yusuf Alabarda
Yusuf Alabarda speaks on the anniversary of 15th July coup attempt. He is a defense and security analyst. He graduated from Naval Post Graduate School. He has MBA on International Defense Resources Planning and Management.
July 15 - A Night of Defiance: Interview with Yusuf Ozhan
Yusuf Ozhan is a journalist and Head of Digital at Esmedya. He talks about FETO terror organization on the first anniversary of 15th July coup attempt in Turkey.
July 15 - A Night of Defiance: Interview with Nagihan Haliloglu
Nagihan Haliloğlu is an assistant professor at the department of civilization studies at Ibn Haldun University. She talks to TRT World on the anniversary of the failed coup attempt in Turkey.
A Night of Defiance: Interview with Paolo von Schirach on the failed July 15 coup attempt in Turkey
TRT World correspondent Ediz Tiyansan's interview with Paolo von Schirach, President of Global Policy Institute.
Marching alongside the people of Turkey
A year on from the day that shook Turkey, we join millions on the streets of Istanbul to remember those who lost their lives during the July 15 failed coup.
July 15 - A Night of Defiance: Thousands gather in Istanbul on coup anniversary
Thousands of people gather for July 15 failed coup commemorations in Turkey.
TRT World's Ali Mustafa has been following the day's events from the waters of the Bosphorus, and he joins me now.
July 15 - A Night of Defiance: Thousands gather for July 15 coup commemorations
Thousands of people gather for July 15 failed coup commemorations in Turkey. Yasin Eken joins us from the Cengelkoy area in Istanbul.
July 15 - A Night of Defiance: Interview with Adam McConnell on July 15 coup attempt in Turkey
Adam McConnel is a Professor of History at Sabanci University and talks to TRT World on the difference of the July 15 coup from the others that happened in Turkey.
July 15 - A Night of Defiance
July 15 - A Night of Defiance
July 15 - A Night of Defiance: Thousands of citizens join march on July 15 Martyrs Bridge
Thousands of people in Turkey have gathered on the July 15 Martyrs Bridge in Istanbul ahead of the National Unity March. Nicole Johnston has more details.
How Turkey's coup attempt unfolded
Here's how a faction of the military tried to overthrow the Turkish government and failed on July 15th, 2016.
A Night of Defiance: Turkey remembers the bloodiest coup attempt
A year on, TRT World's Andrew Hopkins looks back at how the night of defiance unfolded.
Showcase: Turkish Artists' Story of July the 15th
July the 15th 2016 was a night that changed the course of the country's unity. Despite different political views the Turkish nation came together as one to fight being oppressed. And they won. Hundreds of thousands of citizens poured on to the streets against the FETO terrorist organisation to keep what was theirs. And our Elif Bereketli finds out how four distinguished artists and writers handled that night and the following year.
Showcase: July the 15th on the walls
Many younger people here in Turkey had never witnessed a coup attempt before July the 15th last year as the last one took place in 1980. Bugra Aydin is one of them. He's called Mr Blok on the streets and he has been painting graffiti since he was just a child. And since last year's failed coup attempt he's started raising his spray can in support of his nation. This is his story!
Showcase: Musician Jerry Hirimyan's July the 15th Story
People all around the world have voiced their solidarity with Turkey in many different ways. In the aftermath of the coup attempt, one Turkish Armenian musician based in Istanbul has composed and recorded a song dedicated to the bravery of the Turkish people.
Showcase: Authors Discuss Coups in Literature
They say literature is the mirror of history. And the attempted military coup will be reflected in Turkish poetry, stories and novels for many years to come. So what has politically heavy Turkish literature already produced about the night and what can we expect in the future? Elif Bereketli talks to the experts to find out.
Showcase: July the 15th Impact on Theatre
One leading figure on the Turkish arts scene has captured the essence of the night of the failed coup attempt. It was the spirit of the people that urged him to write and direct a play that's now being staged across Turkey. Miranda Atty went to meet him.
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