Baku – APA. Turkish Gendarmerie Forces Commander Gen. Galip Mendi, who was held hostage during the July 15 failed coup attempt, was hospitalized late on July 19, prompting the appointment of a new acting commander, the local newspaper Hurriyet reported.
Mendi had been suffering from heart disease and was taken to Gülhane Military Hospital (GATA) on July 19, as Lt. Gen. Ä°brahim YaÅŸar was assigned to his position as the acting commander, according to DoÄŸan News Agency.
The assignment of YaÅŸar was carried out after it was understood Mendi would be receiving long-term treatment.
Earlier reports on July 19 said he had been suspended from his position.
Mendi was held hostage by the coup attempting soldiers at the Akıncı Base in Ankara. He was later rescued and returned to his post.
Follow us on Telegram
t.me/apanewsaz
Follow us on Instagram
Follow us on TikTok
Follow us on Facebook
Follow us on X
