“The Turkish intelligence service MIT says a coup launched the day before has been “repelled,” according to broadcaster NTV.
“However, even as the announcement came, a large explosion was heard in central Istanbul, seemingly emanating from neighbourhoods close to Taksim Square on Saturday.
“The Anadolu news agency also reported that a bomb was thrown at the parliament building in Ankara, citing witnesses.
“The situation in Turkey remains unclear, however initial reports seem to suggest that the coup is being backed by a splinter group within the military which has, nonetheless, seemingly neutralised several state institutions.”
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