EditorialA military coup in Turkey failed on Friday night, but it should not have been attempted in the first place. The failed coup and Erdogan's survival do not constitute the end of history. President Erdogan is widely viewed as one of the most divisive leaders in his country's recent history. Erdogan is calling the failed coup a divine blessing, since he can now purge his political enemies and tighten his grip on power. It is evident that the rule of law has never been properly established in Turkey, where judges and prosecutors are widely regarded as partisan.The situation in Turkey now is critical.

Source: The Nation Bangkok July 18, 2016 14:48 UTC