Turkey Eyes Central Bank in Crackdown

The transcript discusses an indictment against the Turkish Central Bank, alleging its connection to Fetullah Gulen's organization, accused of a failed coup. The indictment claims the banknotes feature symbols significant to Gulen's followers. Despite extensive purges of Gulen's alleged followers, the Central Bank has not seen suspensions. The document was prepared before the coup and mentions no bank employees as suspects. The Central Bank faces political pressure to cut interest rates to boost economic growth, though criticism has lessened since a new governor's appointment.

What evidence is cited in the indictment against the Turkish Central Bank?

How does the indictment relate the star on the Turkish lira banknotes to Halley's Comet?

What has been the government's response to alleged followers of Fetullah Gulen since the coup attempt?

What is the current status of the Central Bank in relation to the purge of civil servants?

How have politicians historically pressured the Central Bank regarding interest rates?