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Turkish philanthropist on trial for alleged failed coup ties

by Mehmet GuzelSuzan Fraser
| December 18, 2020 6:06 AM

ISTANBUL (AP) — A Turkish philanthropist businessman and human rights defender denied accusations of espionage and attempting to overthrow the government in connection with a failed coup four years ago, telling a court on Friday that he opposes all efforts to take over power by force.

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