Aram Hamparian, Executive Director of the Armenian National Committee of America (ANCA), issued a video message in connection with the military coup attempt in Turkey.  

“The ANCA encourages Armenian Americans to closely monitor news about the coup attempt in Turkey and to remain on alert regarding any advocacy actions we may launch regarding the safety of our community [in Turkey] or the security of Armenia,” Hamparian said in his video message.

On Friday evening, media reported about a military coup attempt in Turkey. Military vehicles appeared on the streets of Ankara and Istanbul, and there were shootings and explosions.

A group of Turkish military officers announced about seizing power to restore constitutional order, and ensure human rights and freedoms in the country. 

Prime Minister Binali Yıldırım, however, stated that the ongoing developments are unlawful.

And Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan declared that the coup attempt has failed and it will be completely suppressed.