On the ninth anniversary of the July 15 coup attempt, Turkish authorities launched a new wave of raids targeting the Gülenist movement, which Turkey officially labels as the terrorist group “FETÖ.”
The National Intelligence Organization (MİT), the Istanbul Chief Prosecutor’s Office, and police detained 26 suspects in coordinated operations across nine provinces. Among those arrested was Zeki Doruk, owner of HAKMAR and TATBAK supermarket chains, accused of financing the group through donations and pilgrimage funds. Materials linked to Fethullah Gülen were reportedly found in his home. Authorities also appointed trustees to Doruk’s companies.
In a separate İzmir-led probe, police detained 270 individuals in 60 provinces over an alleged scheme to disguise fundraising as food sales to convicted Gülenists. A total of 371 warrants were issued. Officials said the network extended to the U.S., Europe, and the Balkans, with funds traced via MASAK investigations.
In Ankara, eight suspects, including three active Foreign Ministry staff, were targeted for allegedly using ByLock and payphones linked to the movement’s covert communication channels.
