The Greek supreme court has turned down a Turkish demand to extradite eight military officers who fled in the aftermath of a coup attempt in a move likely to heighten tension between the neighbouring countries. The court ruled against the extradition of any of the eight men, citing possible violations of human rights if they were sent home. It said cooperation and relations with Greece would be reevaluated, adding that the judgment violated international norms and the rights of the victims of the coup attempt. The Turkish judiciary issued arrest warrants in absentia for the eight officers shortly after the supreme court’s decision was announced. The coup attempt shook Turkey – those involved attempted to assassinate the president, bombed the parliament building and took over vital facilities and media outlets.

Source: The Guardian January 26, 2017 17:19 UTC