Türkiye's counter-terrorism strategy evolves, terrorists pay the price | New security model deals heavy blows to terrorists
The July 15 coup attempt was a watershed moment in Türkiye's security policy. The security model was changed, and a process of purification began in all state institutions.
- Turkey
- Published Date: 07:19 | 15 July 2023
- Modified Date: 07:21 | 15 July 2023
As a result of the purification, the decision-making mechanisms of the Police and Turkish Armed Forces were completely redesigned and activated to match their organizational structure and effectiveness. This led to the emergence of more effective security institutions.
The TAF (Turkish Armed Forces) achieved results by making effective anti-terror fights from Iraq to Syria and many surrounding areas. The security model change that took place after July 15 strengthened Türkiye's hand in the fight against terrorism.
The state, army, and security forces, which were purified of FETO members, continued on their way in the service of their own state, nation, and for the interests of the country. July 15 revealed a process in which Türkiye's vulnerabilities were eliminated.
The cleaning up against FETO also had a positive impact on the defense industry. Türkiye has become one of the leading countries in this field in the world with its domestic and national products.
Nebi Miş -- the Director of Political Studies at SETA -- noted that the dark powers behind the Gulenist coup plotters do not want Türkiye to develop in the field of defense.
He said, "If you are strong in the national defense industry, if you produce yourself, your foreign dependency will decrease."
In conclusion, the July 15 coup attempt was a major turning point for Türkiye's security policy.
The security model was changed, a process of purification began in all state institutions, and the defense industry was strengthened.
These changes have made Türkiye a more influential actor in the fight against terrorism and have reduced its foreign dependency in the defense industry.