Most of the major media outlets are now confirming that a military coup seems to be underway in the nation of Turkey.
There are reports of gunshots in the capital Ankara.
Gunfire was also heard outside Istanbul police HQ and tanks are said to be stationed outside Istanbul airport. All flights are cancelled.
CNN Turk reported that President Recep Tayyip Erdogan was “safe” but did not elaborate.
From the UK’s Telegraph:
In a statement, the Turkish military says the rule of law must remain the priority.
“The power in the country has been seized in its entirety,” said the military statement read on NTV television, without giving further details. The military’s website was not immediately accessible.
State TV TRT reportedly off the air.
Breaking News Feed @pzfBREAKING NEWS: THE TURKISH STATE TV IS NOW SHUT DOWN.