Turkey thwarted coup as Erdogan vows heavy price
Turkish forces loyal to President Erdogan quashed a coup bid after explosions gunfire and air battles across Ankara and Istanbul. He pledged retribution and asked the United States to extradite Fethullah Gulen blamed for the attempt. About 265 died and 1400 wounded as authorities fired and arrested alleged followers while urging crowds to defend democracy.
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Exiled cleric extradition stance sparks Turkey U S dialogue
In Luxembourg Kerry says the United States would consider an extradition request for Fethullah Gulen If Turkey proves wrongdoing he left Turkey in 1999 Erdogan had blamed Gulen for the failed coup and Washington remains cautious while noting no evidence has emerged to compel action.
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France mobilizes reserves after Bastille Day attack in Nice
France called up 12,000 police reserves and maintained high security across the country after Islamic State claimed responsibility for a July 14 attack in Nice that killed 84 and wounded about 200. Critics pressed president Hollande as security forces extended operations, with Bouhlel identified as the Tunisian driver shot dead by police.
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