Turkish coup attempt largely over, says government

At least 60 dead; 754 soldiers arrested; President Erdogan says coup was ‘an act of treason’

CNN Turk was forced to halt broadcasting during a coup. Soldiers entered the newsroom and shots were heard during whilst the channel was broadcasting. Video: CNN/ Reuters

Turkey’s leaders said they have largely quelled an attempted military coup, after army officers claimed to have seized power in the country on Friday night.

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