The controversial figure, Gulen, accused of orchestrating the failed coup attempt in Turkey in 2016, has passed away, his family and associates confirmed. Gulen had been living in self-imposed exile in the US since 1999, facing scrutiny and legal challenges from the Turkish government. His movement, labeled as a terrorist organization by Turkey, has been accused of various illegal activities.
Despite his extensive network of educational and religious institutions, Gulen’s relationship with the Turkish state soured, leading to the failed coup attempt in 2016, for which he was the prime suspect. The Turkish government filed seven extradition requests with the US, accusing Gulen of multiple crimes.
His death, the cause of which remains unknown, could have significant implications on the ongoing legal battles surrounding his organization. Gulen’s passing marks the end of a controversial and tumultuous chapter in Turkish politics, with his followers mourning his loss while his critics remain vigilant.