Ex-CIA Deputy Dir.: Turkey Pressures Have Been Building

The transcript discusses the complex political situation in Turkey, focusing on the attempted coup and the historical context of military interventions. It highlights the tensions between the military and President Erdogan, who has shifted Turkey towards a more Islamic orientation, challenging the country's secular roots. The military's concerns include maintaining secularism, addressing Kurdish issues, and ensuring national order amidst terrorist threats. The public's reaction to the coup is also explored, noting Erdogan's popularity and the potential for increased conflict.

How many times has military intervention occurred in Turkey in the last century?

• Eight times

• Six times

• Four times

• Two times

What significant change did Erdogan bring to Turkey during his tenure?

• Stronger military control

• Greater acceptance of Islam

• Economic decline

• Increased secularism

What was the outcome of the court review in 2015 regarding the military officers?

• They were released

• They were promoted

• They were sentenced to life imprisonment

• They were exiled

What is one of the military's main concerns leading to the coup attempt?

• Political alliances

• Foreign invasion

• Loss of secularism

• Economic instability

How does the public's reaction to this coup differ from past coups?

• The public is indifferent

• The public is more passive

• The public is more supportive of the military

• The public is more resistant