ISTANBUL: Turkey's defense ministry has changed the jobs of 167 generals within the army, following sweeping changes to the structure of the military over the weekend after this month's failed coup.
The decree, signed by President Tayyip Erdogan, Prime Minister Binali Yildirim and Defense Minister Fikri Isik, said 94 generals in land forces, 22 admirals, 44 generals in the air force and seven others have been reappointed.
Advertisement
The decree was published in the official government record of approved legislation, the Official Gazette.
-
Kristi Noem's husband was blackmailed by hostile intelligence services?
-
Trump signals possible US exit from Nato, claims allies ‘weren’t there for us’
-
Tiger Woods, girlfriend Vanessa Trump relationship in trouble: 'Kids come first'
-
April Fools’ Day mystery explained with theories linking pranks to calendar reforms and folklore
-
Flash flood warning in effect for Lawrence and Mercer counties amid storms and rising water levels
-
Mexico oil spill dispute grows as environmental groups accuse government of hiding true source
-
Tornado warning issued as severe storms cause damage and power outages across Northeast Ohio
-
Oracle layoffs: thousands reportedly lose jobs amid push for AI-driven efficiency