How the failed 2016 coup reshaped Turkiye’s civil-military relations
- Posted on July 15, 2026
- By Al Jazeera
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In brief
A decade after the failed military coup attempt, Turkey has undergone significant institutional transformation in civil-military relations. The 2016 uprising accelerated democratic reforms and strengthened civilian authority over armed forces, substantially diminishing the likelihood of future coup attempts. Security analysts attribute these structural changes to comprehensive legislative measures and organizational restructuring that fortified democratic governance and reduced military political influence.
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How the failed 2016 coup reshaped Turkiye’s civil-military relations
Takeover bid 10 years ago sped up efforts to expand civilian oversight, experts say, reducing chances of another coup.
