what was suggested in Dutch newspapers:
Mr Erdogan did probably not plan it.
However he was probably aware or informed about the coming coup.
He cleverly made his own plans to turn it down and to clean out his whole departments.
Very worrysome, reminds me of some other "Great leaders"
(Well before my time)
I think Europe is about ready with him but I am afraid that parting from Turkey will open up some cans of worms. I am also afraid the USA will go to greater lengths to keep this treshold.
Cheers SLB