Turkish prosecutors have issued warrants for the detention of more than 150 military officers, teachers and trade unionists who are accused of ties with U.S.-based cleric Fethullah Gulen, The Associated Press reported Friday, citing the Turkish Anadolu news agency.
Detention warrants were issued for 16 navy officers — all of whom were later taken into custody. Seven were on active duty, while nine had been previously discharged, according to AP.
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