Erdoğan targets lieutenants who chanted 'We are the soldiers of Mustafa Kemal': 'They will be purged'

President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan made statements regarding the lieutenants who chanted "We are the soldiers of Mustafa Kemal" at the National Defense University graduation ceremony. Erdoğan stated that the lieutenants would be purged from the army.

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Erdoğan targets lieutenants who chanted 'We are the soldiers of Mustafa Kemal': 'They will be purged'

President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, in his speech at the Imam Hatip Schools Assembly, targeted the lieutenants who chanted "We are the soldiers of Mustafa Kemal" at their graduation ceremony with harsh words. Erdoğan described the situation as "exploitation" and reacted to the lieutenants.

WHO ARE YOU DRAWING THESE SWORDS AGAINST?

Erdoğan addressed the lieutenants drawing swords and chanting this slogan at the graduation ceremony, saying:

"Recently, at a graduation ceremony, some exploiters emerged and drew swords. Who are you drawing these swords against? Now, regarding these few self-ignorant individuals, they will be purged. It is not possible for them to remain within our army."

WE WILL PURGE THEM RAPIDLY

President Erdoğan stated that it is not possible for these lieutenants to remain in the army, adding, "We are conducting our work and have held our discussions regarding these matters. We are taking steps to ensure they are purged rapidly."

News Source: 12punto